We are a full time martial arts club with fantastic gym space and training equipment, based in Quarry Bank near the Merry Hill Centre, West Midlands. We specialise in Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA with training sessions and plans for adults and kids, beginners and advanced. So if you live in Quarry Bank, Brierly Hill, Lye, Stourbridge, Wollescote, Dudley, Halesowen or further.
We teach and train Muay Thai (Thai Boxing), known as the "art of eight limbs", which features punches, kicks, elbows, knees, standing and grappling to wear down and knock out their opponent. Thai training methods develop devastating power, speed and superb cardio-vascular endurance as well as fighting spirit.
We teach and train Muay Thai (Thai Boxing), known as the "art of eight limbs", which features punches, kicks, elbows, knees, standing and grappling to wear down and knock out their opponent. Thai training methods develop devastating power, speed and superb cardio-vascular endurance as well as fighting spirit.
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Our club offers a very friendly atmosphere and supports all ages, to include adults and children over five years. Our gymnasium includes full safety matting and is fully equipped for all levels of training. Our aim is to train our members to full fitness and perfect their Muay Thai boxing skills.
Whilst training with us you will excel in flexibility, muscular strength, technique, fitness and stamina and for those members who enjoy mixed martial arts, we also offer classes in Grappling/Valetudo/BJJ to complete your system.
Whilst training with us you will excel in flexibility, muscular strength, technique, fitness and stamina and for those members who enjoy mixed martial arts, we also offer classes in Grappling/Valetudo/BJJ to complete your system.
Muay Thai training is also quite safe thanks to sophisticated pad training that evolved to keep fighters fit and healthy. Great for getting in shape confidence weight control fun and fitness. A class consists of an aerobic warm-up, basic exercises and stretching: continuing on to basic Muaythai techniques using various training methods such as pad work, kick bag, partner, etc. and then a warm-down with stretching.
We play games as warm up eg: dodge ball, relay races all fun stuff that kids enjoy. This helps to build their confidence. A class consists of playing games as warm up eg: dodge ball, relay races all fun stuff that kids enjoy. This also helps to build their confidence: continuing on to basic Muay Thai techniques using various training methods such as pad work, kick bag, partner, etc. and then a warm-down with stretching.
You can make use of our martial arts academy and fully equipped gym. This includes, air machines, free weights and sun beds. Times may vary. If you have any questions about us, or you'd like more information, Contact Sean by email or telephone (details below). Sean also runs classes in both MMA and Muay Thai at the Gracie Barra Birmingham academy.
Reviews (10)
Mark Tranter
Apr 21, 2021
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Andrew Fox
Mar 28, 2021
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I have been learning Muay Thai at UMA for 10 years now and have thoroughly enjoyed my time here. The teaching is superb, focused on building solid foundations as the basis for the more advanced techniques which are taught. Classes are a great mix of fitness/pad work/bag work/sparring and the atmosphere is supportive and fun. I can definitely recommend UMA as a place for new or experienced students looking to practice Muay Thai.
Andrew Moseley
Mar 28, 2021
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism
When I decided to take up BJJ I researched many academies. I was recommended to UMA by a few people I knew. The academy is so welcoming and it’s like a family. The classes are professional and taught very well. They are also really good value for money for the time and knowledge we are given
When I decided to take up BJJ I researched many academies. I was recommended to UMA by a few people I knew. The academy is so welcoming and it’s like a family. The classes are professional and taught very well. They are also really good value for money for the time and knowledge we are given
Connor Green
Mar 21, 2021
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Simon Scott
Mar 19, 2021
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I've been training here on and off for about 5 years.
One of the best Academies I've had the pleasure of attending. From the moment I stepped into the gym I was welcomed like a part of the family.
Even after having a few years off, it felt like I'd never left. The professionalism of Sean Smith goes above and beyond and he always thinks of his students above all else.
If anyone of any age is thinking of taking up Muay Thai, MMA or Brazilian jiu-jitsu, I'd highly recommend here. 🤙🏻.
One of the best Academies I've had the pleasure of attending. From the moment I stepped into the gym I was welcomed like a part of the family.
Even after having a few years off, it felt like I'd never left. The professionalism of Sean Smith goes above and beyond and he always thinks of his students above all else.
If anyone of any age is thinking of taking up Muay Thai, MMA or Brazilian jiu-jitsu, I'd highly recommend here. 🤙🏻.
Adam Nock
Mar 17, 2021
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Neale Unitt
Mar 14, 2021
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Snoop Flake
Mar 13, 2021
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Ben Bishop
Mar 13, 2021
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value
I’ve been training at UMA for two years and have enjoyed being part of the friendly and constructive team! Everybody is there to help everybody else get better so your always learning new things and growing your skills.
Great place to train :)
I’ve been training at UMA for two years and have enjoyed being part of the friendly and constructive team! Everybody is there to help everybody else get better so your always learning new things and growing your skills.
Great place to train :)
Sam Aboutorabi
Mar 08, 2021
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