Defend yourself.
Get fit.
Grow confident.
Self defence and boxing for fitness in Southend-on-Sea. You don't need experience, you don't need to be fit, and you won't feel out of place. We've had people of all ages and backgrounds walk through the door.
Three classes.
One community.
Whether you want practical self defence or a serious cardio workout, we have a class for you.
Self Defence
Adults 18+Techniques from multiple disciplines, taught for real situations. Not competition. Not theory. The kind of thing you'd actually want to know.
Boxing for Fitness
All levels welcomeTraditional boxing drills in a non-contact class. Sixty minutes of combinations, footwork and conditioning that'll properly test you.
Every class is just £10 for your first session
How to get startedNot your average
gym class.
The techniques work outside of a gym, not just in one. That's the starting point. Everything else (the fitness, the community, the confidence) tends to follow on from there.
Did you know
knife incidents reported each year in the UK
violent crime incidents recorded in England & Wales
Most people only think about this after something happens. Better to know before.
Real-world skills
Drawn from multiple disciplines, taught for real situations. Not points.
Serious fitness
Up to 600 calories a session. It's a proper workout.
Mental toughness
The confidence tends to spill out beyond the class. Most people notice it within a few weeks.
Ego-free environment
There's no pecking order. People actually want each other to get better.
“Hey, I'm Craig and I look forward to meeting you and beginning your self defence journey with KMS. Whether you're here to get fit, build confidence, or learn to protect yourself, you've come to the right place.”
Three nights.
Two locations.
All classes run 19:00–20:00. Turn up 10 minutes early for your first visit.
Not sure which class to start with? Drop us a message and we'll help.
Real results.
Real people.
29 reviews on Google
“The best all round get-fit self-defence experience, through intense sessions focused on realistic skill sets that are proven to work. I've only done a year but already lost a lot of fat, gained muscle, feel trimmer than I have been in decades, along with a...”
“I haven't attended for long and I don't often get to due to workload and yet every time I go, I am welcomed and treated like one of the family. Craig's down to earth and warm nature makes you feel instantly comfortable. His clear instruction and encouragement...”
“I have been going to Craig's Krav Maga class for a few years now and have found it extremely useful. Craig always finds a way to make the classes interesting, fun and engaging for everybody, regardless of fitness levels or experience. The other group members...”
““Learn how to defend yourself, get fit, meet new friends. All in a safe environment under the expert tuition of instructor Craig. Come along, you’ll enjoy it!””
“I have enjoyed Krav since my first session just over a year ago. I am 40+ years old and had never liked contact sports. I could not strike, kick, push up or skip before. My fitness level was quite poor looking back. Thanks to a good class camaraderie that I am...”
“Best club with reality-based instruction. The training is practical, the environment is welcoming, and I feel genuinely more confident in my day-to-day life.”
Your first class
is just £10.
Turn up, put the effort in, and see how you feel. If you want to carry on, we'll talk. If not, you've lost a tenner and had a decent workout.