X Martial Arts Schools, Wakefield

16/09/2026

15/09/2026

Meet some of your team behind our Wakefield class 🙌
We have
👋Instructors
👋CIT Members (certified instructor training)
👋SWAT Team

All here to make your Martial Arts classes the best 🥋

10/09/2026

👋Meet Miss Kiera McKee
👩‍🏫 Certified Instructor Training Member
📍Teaches at Wakefield & Leeds

Hi, I’m 18 years old, and martial arts has been a huge part of my life since I was seven. I started training shortly after moving house, and what began as a hobby quickly became something I fell in love with. As a child, I was naturally very quiet and shy, but martial arts helped me come out of my shell, build my confidence, and become the person I am today.

When I was around 10 years old, I was given the opportunity to join the SWAT team, assisting with classes and helping younger students. I spent five years on SWAT, and it was during this time that I realised I wanted to become a martial arts instructor. In 2023, I joined the CIT team, being able to help someone understand a technique and then seeing them successfully put it into practice is one of my favourite parts of being an instructor.

My aim is to help every student find the same enjoyment and passion for martial arts that I have. Whether your goal is to build confidence, improve your fitness, lose weight, learn new skills, or work towards joining the competition team, I want to support you in achieving it and enjoying the journey along the way.

Outside of teaching, I’ve been part of the competition team since 2022. I’ve earned multiple medals over the years, and in 2022 I became a world champion in Ireland. This year, I was proud to achieve my 3rd Dan Black Belt, another milestone in my martial arts journey. I’ve had my fair share of injuries over the last few years, but this year I’ve finally been able to make a full return to competing in both points and continuous.

When it comes to sparring, I love to throw a defensive side kick. I believe that having a strong foundation and being able to execute the basics well can make a big difference both in training and competition.

Here’s some photos showing it started and how it’s going 👏

05/09/2026

👋Meet Mr Charlie Jones
👩‍🏫 Certified Instructor Training Member
📍Teaches at Wakefield

My name is Charlie Jones I have been training at Xmartial arts schools for 11 years I am currently a second Dan black belt and my favourite technique is a hook kick.

I started martial arts at 6 years old after trying many other sports and not feeling a connection with them but with martial arts it clicked, I gained confidence, fitness and a drive to be better.
The instructors always made me feel welcome and valued. Xmartial arts and has had a big impact on my life.

Here’s some photos showing it started and how it’s going 👏