Martial arts is more than just self-defence. Besides the physical benefits, kids can learn self-discipline, persistence, respect and much more. Martial arts is also an activity the whole family can enjoy together and many of the dojos listed encourage families to train together.
There is a wide range of martial arts styles on offer at the many dojos across the region including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Aikido, Capoeira, Hapkido, Judo, Karate, Kendo, Kickboxing, Kung Fu, Muay Thai, Ninjitsu, TaeKwon-Do.
If you’re not sure which style would suit your child or your family, most offer free trials or centre Open Days. Below is a list of boxing & martial arts classes in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter.
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Hunter Valley Martial Arts Centre
At Hunter Valley Martial Arts Centre (HVMAC), we teach more than martial arts. We specialise in helping children reach their full potential. Watch your child develop amazing levels of mental and physical focus, strength, confidence, resilience and agility all while having fun and building strong social connections in a fun, safe environment.
With a range of programs suited to all age groups from 18 months, our qualified instructors inspire students to empower themselves as individuals who are energetic, powerful, self-motivated and in control.
Hayes Kyoshi and Shihan Sandy developed the programs at HVMAC drawing on years of teaching experience. The importance of including values and beliefs is a central part of the programs at HVMAC and through martial arts exercises and games, students become strong both physically and mentally.
Book a free introduction in any of our programs to experience what HVMAC has to offer.
Ages: 18 months to 18 years & adults
Locations: Warners Bay, Redhead, Green Hills, Morisset and Waratah
Phone: 02 4956 8876
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Krav Maga Newcastle
Krav Junior at Krav Maga Newcastle empowers kids with essential self-defence skills while building confidence, discipline, and respect. Tailored for Little Warriors (5–8 years), Warriors (9–12 years) and Teens (13–16 years), our program enhances coordination, focus, and social skills in a fun, supportive environment. Through engaging, age-appropriate training, children learn to protect themselves, make smart decisions, and develop resilience—both on and off the mats. More than self-defence, Krav Junior instils life skills that last a lifetime.
Ages: 5 – 16 years & adults
Location: 3/81 Fletcher Street, Adamstown
Phone: 0499 323 589
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Local Martial Art Centres
- Alpha MMA, Cardiff
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Charlestown, Charlestown
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Hunter Valley, Maitland
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Newcastle City, Newcastle
- GKR Karate, various locations
- Hunter Valley Jiu-Jitsu, Maitland
- Hunter Valley Martial Arts Centre, Green Hills
- Hunter Valley Martial Arts Centre, Morisset
- Hunter Valley Martial Arts Centre, Redhead
- Hunter Valley Martial Arts Centre, Waratah
- Hunter Valley Martial Arts Centre, Warners Bay
- Kaizen Ryu Karate, Salamander Bay
- Kirkwoods Institute of Karate, Rutherford
- Krav Maga Newcastle, Adamstown
- Newcastle Aikido, Hamilton
- Newcastle Karate, Cardiff
- Newcastle Wing Chun Kung Fu Academy, Wickham
- PCYC (Police Citizens Youth Club), Various Locations
- Pollets Martial Arts Newcastle, Adamstown, Edgeworth, Medowie, Valentine
- Shi-Gan Martial Arts, various locations
- ShimJang TaeKwon-Do Academy, various locations
- Soul Fighters, Cooks Hill, Windale
- Titan Martial Arts, various locations
- Toogee Martial Arts, various locations
- ZMA Academy Newcastle, Kahibah
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