Unity Martial Arts - Dorset

Unity Martial Arts - Dorset North Dorset's new home for TaeKwon-Do, Iaido and Kenjutsu. Little Dragons from 4+, TaeKwon-Do from 7+. Come with us on our journey.

Training in Shaftesbury, Sturminster Newton and Gillingham. Unity Martial Arts are a new Taekwondo, Iaido and kenjutsu club based in Sturminster Newton, Dorset. We plan on opening our own dedicated martial arts centre for all the local martial arts instructors to teach in the best setting.

Inclusion isn’t a “nice extra” at Unity… it’s one of our biggest strengths.Chris Ryu (our founder) is an Autism Speciali...
18/06/2026

Inclusion isn’t a “nice extra” at Unity… it’s one of our biggest strengths.

Chris Ryu (our founder) is an Autism Specialist, and that background shapes everything we do on the floor:
• Clear, calm coaching (no shouting, no ego)
• Structured routines with flexible support
• Extra patience with confidence, sensory needs, and big emotions
• Specialised SEN mentoring for students who thrive with the right approach

We’re proud to be a “second family” club in North Dorset : a place where kids, teens, and adults can grow at their own pace… and still feel challenged, supported, and celebrated.

If you’re looking for a martial arts school that genuinely gets your child (or you), we’d love to welcome you into the Unity family.

unityma.co.uk

How 'Structured Martial Arts Games' are unlocking potential in neurodivergent Little Dragons. 🥋✨Ever wondered how a game...
18/06/2026

How 'Structured Martial Arts Games' are unlocking potential in neurodivergent Little Dragons. 🥋✨

Ever wondered how a game on the training floor can lead to a breakthrough in confidence? At Unity, we use the science of movement to help our neurodivergent Little Dragons thrive. These games are a total game-changer for their development.

As an Autism Specialist, I’ve refined our teaching to move beyond rigid drills. We create a safe, predictable environment where social and communication skills flourish through play. We see it every week in our North Dorset hall: a child who once found it hard to engage suddenly leading the line with a huge, proud smile.

These aren't just moves; they are vital life skills. From navigating social cues to building focus, these breakthroughs are why we do what we do. We're proud to be a "second family" where personal growth comes first.

If you’re looking for a supportive space where your child is celebrated, we would love you to join us. Whenever you're ready, the floor is waiting! ❤️

Does your child have a 'turbo-charged' brain that sometimes struggles to find the 'focus switch'?Living with ADHD or ASD...
13/06/2026

Does your child have a 'turbo-charged' brain that sometimes struggles to find the 'focus switch'?

Living with ADHD or ASD often means having an incredible amount of energy, but sometimes that energy needs a clear channel. At Unity Martial Arts, we don’t see it as a hurdle: we see it as a superpower that just needs the right dial.

Our founder, Chris Ryu, is an Autism Specialist and has spent years developing drills that specifically help North Dorset kids engage their focus and memory. On the hall floor, we use structured movement and repetitive patterns to help flip that 'focus switch,' turning busy minds into calm, disciplined ones.

It’s about more than just kicks and punches; it’s about life skills and motor development in a supportive 'second family' environment. No 'McDojo' belt-selling here: just genuine growth at their own pace.

Think your Little Dragon might benefit from a boost in concentration? We’d love to welcome you for a trial whenever you’re ready.

Drop us a message or visit unityma.co.uk to find your nearest class in Sturminster, Shaftesbury, or Gillingham. 🥋✨

13/06/2026

That's exactly how we get our students to learn jump spin kicks 😉

Summer in the Blackmore Vale is something else! ☀️ But while the sun is out, the hard work doesn't stop at Unity. Whethe...
12/06/2026

Summer in the Blackmore Vale is something else! ☀️ But while the sun is out, the hard work doesn't stop at Unity.

Whether you're in Sturminster Newton or Gillingham, our floor is open for you to find your focus. It's not just about the fitness; it's about staying connected with your second family.

Who’s coming to training this week? 🥋

Did you know Chris is a STEM ambassador? 🧪 Martial arts is basically physics and logic in motion! This analytical, patie...
11/06/2026

Did you know Chris is a STEM ambassador? 🧪

Martial arts is basically physics and logic in motion! This analytical, patient approach is why our SEN mentoring is so effective. We don't just teach the 'how': we teach the 'why.'

It’s about building confidence through understanding and making sure every student feels at home. Everyone is welcome on our floor, exactly as they are. 😉

Father’s Day is just around the corner! 👨‍👧‍👦 At Unity, we love seeing dads training alongside their Little Dragons or j...
10/06/2026

Father’s Day is just around the corner! 👨‍👧‍👦

At Unity, we love seeing dads training alongside their Little Dragons or joining the adult sessions. There’s nothing quite like bonding over a new skill and supporting each other’s progress.

Want to give Dad something better than a pair of socks this year? Invite him to the floor for a session!

09/06/2026

As another school year comes to an end, social media will be filled with leavers photos, signed shirts, attendance awards, GCSE results, achievement awards, sports days, certificates, school trips, prom pictures, and proud parents celebrating all the milestones. Those moments absolutely deserve celebrating!

But let’s all hold space for some other children…

♥️ The ones who attended school despite crippling anxiety every single morning.

❤️ The child who spent most of the year on a reduced timetable but kept showing up and trying anyway.

♥️The child who wasn’t invited to the birthday parties, sleepovers, group chats, or meet-ups everyone else seemed to be part of.

❤️ The child who masked all day, only to come home completely exhausted and overwhelmed.

❤️ The child flourishing in home education after finally being given the chance to learn in a way that works for them.

♥️The child who couldn’t access school at all because their needs remained unmet.

❤️ The child still waiting for an assessment, diagnosis, provision, therapy, or support.

❤️ The child whose education was delayed by unlawful decisions, missed provision, and a system that failed them.

♥️The child who sat exams whilst battling overwhelming anxiety, sensory overload, pain, fatigue, or poor mental health.

❤️ The child who was unable to sit exams at all.

❤️ The child who was excluded for behaviours that were really communication, distress, trauma, or unmet need.

♥️The child who spent yet another year caught in appeals, complaints, annual reviews, meetings, mediation, and tribunals just to access the support they should have had in the first place.

❤️ The child who was banned from prom because they were dysregulated, overwhelmed, or misunderstood.

❤️ The child who feels forgotten because their achievements don’t fit neatly into attendance percentages, certificates, awards, or school photographs.

❤️ The child who received no education at all this year whilst adults argued over who was responsible

♥️The child who simply survived this year.

And to the parents and carers…

•The ones who sat in cars outside schools
•The ones that cannot work
•The ones who attended countless meetings.
•The ones who fought for assessments, tribunals, support, provision, placements, transport, therapies, and understanding.

You are the ones that carry their fear, distress and exhaustion. You are also the ones who question yourself every single day too. I see you too. ❤️

Sometimes the biggest achievement isn’t 100% attendance or top marks is it? It isn’t always a certificate, an award, or a photograph on social media either! Sometimes the biggest achievement is making it through another year! And for many children, that took far more courage than most people will ever realise x

Ever wondered why our Little Dragons spend time balancing on one leg? It might look like just play, but there’s serious ...
09/06/2026

Ever wondered why our Little Dragons spend time balancing on one leg? It might look like just play, but there’s serious science on the hall floor!

As a PT and Autism Specialist, I’ve built specific 'hidden' motor-skill drills into every session for our 3-6 year olds. While typical group sports are great for energy, our focused drills build superior balance and hand strength: the core skills needed for everything from handwriting to riding a bike.

We don't just teach kids to kick; we help them master their own bodies. These 'hidden gains' give our youngest members a head start in physical development that lasts a lifetime.

If you’re looking for a 'second family' in North Dorset where your child can grow in a supportive, inclusive environment, we’d love to have you join us.

Whenever you’re ready to start their journey, just drop us a message! We can't wait to meet you.

A huge thanks to the lovely Jacqui for squeezing us in a gap at the Sturminster Big Weekend.A storm won't keep the SturA...
06/06/2026

A huge thanks to the lovely Jacqui for squeezing us in a gap at the Sturminster Big Weekend.

A storm won't keep the SturAction team from putting on a great event for the community.

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Sturminster Newton

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Tuesday 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Wednesday 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Thursday 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Friday 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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