Tempest was originally founded back in 1996 as an old school fighting gym, then later transformed into one of the top professional Martial Arts schools in the UK. I was lucky to be brought up in this lifestyle and gained much experience and knowledge from my upbringing. I myself (Ricky Stafford) started training when I was 5 years old and teaching at weekends from the age of 15.

Now, with over 25 years of Martial Arts experience myself, my wonderful wife (Ashley) and our many fantastic instructors run Tempest Martial Arts in North Shields. We started this with one goal in mind: giving our students the best, most rewarding learning experience. Tempest Martial Arts is located in North Shields, just off the river Tyne and reflects the vibrant energy of the area.

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This class is high energy from start to finish and our aim is to help your child develop motor & listening skills, setting them up for a solid foundation for success in school & further Martial Arts education. We will develop your child to have confidence and an enthusiastic outlook of life. Our kid classes allow students to learn new skills, techniques and bring their confidence to a new level.

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Paul Rowley

Nov 27, 2021

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My son absolutely loves going to tempest martial arts. It has brought him so much confidence whilst doing something he enjoys. All of the staff are 100% focused on bringing the best out of their students. I highly recommend tempest martial arts

Paul Rowley

Nov 20, 2021

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Very professional establishment and all the staff are awesome. the progress and confidence that my son has grown is unbelievable in such a short space of time. he absolutely loves his sessions at tempest. I highly recommend these guys

Victoria Robertson

Nov 15, 2021

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My 2 boys age 7 and 8 have been going to Tempest for just over a year, the coaches are so friendly and have given them so much more confidence in themselves, they both love it 😀

Lindsay West

Nov 12, 2021

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Great place! The staff are wonderful and my son absolutely loves going. So supportive, caring and encouraging. It not just about the fitness aspect but nurturing a well rounded and adjusted child who is self confident and empathetic.

Kirstie Eve Clarkson

Oct 11, 2021

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Okay so if anyone wants their children or even themselves to join Tempest I would 1 billion% recommend!
Ricky, Ashley and the gang are absolutely amazing in every single way.
Freddie has come on leaps and bounds since joining Tempest😁😁

Ian McMillan

Sep 12, 2021

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Positive: Professionalism, Quality
I began training twice a week at Tempest a few months ago and I couldn't be happier. There's a really friendly atmosphere and the teaching is fantastic. It's the highlight of my week!

Gemma Seddon Walker

May 29, 2021

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Attended a self protection work shop. Great friendly atmosphere and put at ease straight away. Gained a lot of knowledge and learned how to do quite a few manovers. Great instructors would highly recommend xx

Katie Ireland

May 17, 2021

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Love these guys, so friendly and welcoming and really know their stuff. Brilliant, patient teaching my 4 year old little girl and they also provided a free women's self defense course which I attended this week. Definitely recommend to all ages!

Jaroslaw Jerry Szatkowski

Apr 28, 2021

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My daughter has been doing kickboxing here since she was six. She is twelve now and still loves it. Ricky, Ashley and the staff here are amazing people. This is the best place for your kids and yourselves to go. Classes for small kids, teenagers and adults, something for everyone. I feel confident and safe leaving my kid here on her own. Even during the lockdowns they have managed to arrange fantastic online trainings that kept my daughter fit and entertained. If you are thinking of starting the journey with kickboxing, or just to keep yourself fit, you will not find better place.

Emma O'Halleron

Apr 25, 2021

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My son and nephew go to tempest twice a week and love it. It has brought out their confidence.Zachary also has 1-1 with Paige and loves it the whole tempest team are fabulous.

Janine El Chammas

Apr 18, 2021

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Tempest has had a great impact on my son, 10. He has much more confidence and discipline. He is noticeably more patient with his younger brother and retells stories he has heard in class which teaches life skills. The whole of the tempest family is genuinely a group of lovely people, who look out for each other and their community. Throughout lockdown they have adapted to new circumstances and have gone above and beyond to make sure that our kids are still engaged.
I cannot recommend Tempest highly enough. A fantastic place for kids to be around good people and gain real life skills.

Charlotte Ritchie

Dec 03, 2020

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My sons have been going to Tempest since August and they absolutely LOVE it! They think about it all the time and can’t wait for their sessions every week. Ricky, Ashley and Paige are hard working, dedicated and motivated. I love their ethic and attitude 🥊 🥋 😁

Victoria Robertson

Nov 25, 2020

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My 2 boys aged 6 and 7 have recently started and absolutely love it, they have been enjoying the online classes in lockdown but are eager to get back to face to face classes. Ricky and all the other other teachers have a great positivie attitude and I like how there is a monthly theme for the kids to think about 👍

Hayley Princess Peacock Wright

Nov 25, 2020

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Absolutely amazing!! my daughter loves her lessons and the staff are very professional and friendly. my daughter has ADHD and they've been so understanding and give her the encouragement and little extra help… she needs. she's really blossomed from these lessons and I'm really impressed. We've tried lessons before at a different place, where they didn't understand or help my daughter, yet here the staff are so understanding and help her. She's flourishing and I can't recommend Tempest Martial Arts enough! absolutely EPIC!