Welcome to Bushido Martial Arts
At Bushido Martial Arts, we strive to empower students to tackle challenges, take on new experiences, learn and develop new skills that will last a lifetime. Below you’ll find the information you need about the martial arts we teach, our dedicated and experienced instructor team and our methodology. Can’t find what you’re looking for or have any questions? Contact us today.
Get In Touch
We’d love to hear from you! Feel free to contact us with any questions. Email, Messenger or phone call / text are our available methods of contact - please see below for details. Alternatively please use the online submission form below and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Start Your Martial Arts Journey With Bushido
At Bushido Martial Arts, we provide a welcoming and supportive environment for beginners, experienced martial artists, children, teens, and adults looking to develop confidence, discipline, fitness, and self-defence skills through martial arts training.
Starting martial arts for the first time can feel intimidating, but our experienced instructor team is here to help every student feel comfortable, supported, and confident from day one.
Whether your goal is to improve fitness, learn self-defence, build confidence, compete, or simply try something new, Bushido Martial Arts offers structured training designed to help you progress at your own pace within a positive and respectful community.
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The first Thursday of every month is our Beginner-friendly class. No need to book, just turn up!
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No experience needed
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Structured progression and grading system
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Supportive training environment
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Classes for children, teens, and adults
Ready To Get Started?
Book a free trial lesson and take your first step into martial arts training.
Monthly Beginner Sessions
Thinking about starting martial arts but not sure where to begin?
At Bushido Martial Arts, we run beginner-focused sessions every first Thursday of the month to help new students start training in a welcoming and supportive environment.
These sessions are specifically designed to help beginners:
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learn the basics
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build confidence
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understand how classes work
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settle into training comfortably at their own pace
You will train alongside experienced students, but our instructor team places special focus on helping new starters feel comfortable and supported throughout the session.
There is no need to book in advance. Simply turn up and join in.
No experience is needed, and you do not need to be fit, flexible, or experienced before starting. Our goal is to make your first experience of martial arts enjoyable, approachable, and rewarding from day one.
Whether your goal is fitness, confidence, self-defence, discipline, competition, or simply trying something new, Bushido Martial Arts is here to help you begin your journey.
Ready To Start?
Join us on the first Thursday of the month or book a free trial lesson with our instructor team.
Becoming A Bushido Martial Arts Student
After your first trial lesson or beginner session, we usually recommend attending another 2 to 3 classes before officially joining Bushido Martial Arts.
Martial arts is a long-term commitment, and we want every student to feel completely comfortable, confident, and happy training with us before investing in a Gi (training uniform) and Bushido licence.
Once you decide you would like to continue your martial arts journey with Bushido, our instructor team will:
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measure you for your Gi
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provide your student registration forms
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register your Bushido licence
After your forms have been completed and returned, you will receive your Bushido licence book containing:
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your insurance information
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your grading record
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your martial arts progression history
Your licence book acts as an official record of your training and achievements throughout your martial arts journey at Bushido Martial Arts.
As you continue training, you will have opportunities to progress through the Bushido grading system as your confidence, knowledge, discipline, and technical ability develop over time.
You can also learn more about our grading system and student progression through our Bushido blog posts.
Our Martial Arts
Beginners
Beginners (both adults and children) are always welcome at Bushido Martial Arts and your first lesson is free of charge. We know that starting a new sport or at a new club can be daunting and we want to make it as easy as possible for you. We can meet you before the lesson begins to show you around the dojo, introduce you to the instructor team and ensure you feel comfortable before the lesson begins. Please contact us if you are thinking of joining - sending a quick email or text message could be the first step on your martial arts journey!
More About Bushido Martial Arts
21st century education carries with it a mix of new challenges and promising tools. Bushido Martial Arts offers traditional martial arts combined with modern innovations in techniques and teaching methods. At the core of our mission, lies our commitment to providing an engaging, respectful and rewarding learning environment.
This unique approach, together with our experienced, dedicated and highly skilled instructor team, makes Bushido Martial Arts one of the best schools in the north west. Explore our engaging and diverse offering of martial arts, and get in touch with our team to schedule a free trial class.
As of March 2023, all classes will be held at Bridgehall Community Centre, Stockport (SK3 8NR).
Which Martial Arts Path Is Right for You?
Take our quick quiz to find out whether Freestyle Karate, Japanese Jiu-Jitsu, or both are the best fit for your goals. It only takes a minute and helps you choose the perfect starting point for your martial arts journey.
Get In Touch
We’d love to hear from you! Feel free to contact us with any questions. Email, Messenger or phone call / text are our available methods of contact - please see below for details. Alternatively please use the online submission form below and we will get back to you as soon as possible.