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Kids & Adults Martial Arts Near Abbotsford
272 Dundas St, Thornbury – about 20 minutes' drive from Abbotsford
Looking for martial arts lessons near Abbotsford? Guest's Martial Arts is a full-time dojo in Thornbury, about 20 minutes' drive from Abbotsford. Martial arts is all we do, and we've been doing it since 1997.
For Abbotsford kids
Our kids programmes build focus, listening and self discipline, skills that help at school as much as on the mat.
Parents, see all our kids martial arts classes for ages 4½ to 15.
- Ninja Stars, 4½ to 7 – games-based learning that teaches kids to listen, focus and move well.
- Samurai Warriors, 8 to 10 – real technique, self control and the confidence to stand up to bullies.
- Junior Adults, 11 to 15 – our most practical teen programme, with Knife Defence and weapons.
For Abbotsford adults
- Adult Martial Arts and Self Defence – traditional martial arts taught for the real world, from age 16.
- Fitness Kickboxing – a fun, sweaty 45-minute workout on the bags, from age 16.
- Brazilian Jiu Jitsu – ground grappling for ages 16+, beginners welcome.
Getting here from Abbotsford
We're at 272 Dundas St, Thornbury, on the corner of Chifley Drive – around 20 minutes north of Abbotsford by car, depending on traffic. There's parking nearby. Kids classes start straight after school, Monday to Thursday, plus Saturday mornings. That makes them easy to get to for families at Abbotsford Primary School, Yarra Primary School, Fitzroy High School and Richmond High School.
More than kicks and punches
Our students learn respect, resilience and self control alongside real technique. Kids carry that into the classroom; adults carry it into work and life. And because gradings are free, progress is about effort, not fees.
What our students and parents say
I’ve studied seven or eight martial arts myself over the years, but I’ve never seen a dojo so welcoming, or less driven by ego. … I really don’t think there’s a better martial arts venue in Melbourne.
— Aaron S.
Brilliant school- set up really well for kids (and adults), multiple classes divided by age, very motivating for kids to progress through belts, teachers all great with kids and supportive, additional discussions on discipline and motivation…
— Antonia J.
As a parent I'm very grateful for my son to have good adult influences outside of school and family and Thornbury Martial Arts provides just that - physical training, Self Defence skills, fun & games and good adult influences in a safe environment.
— Erik D.
I’ve been training here for over 7 years now. The staff are kind, professional and extremely welcoming and the community is second to none! … My confidence and fitness has improved greatly
— Anthony V.
This club/dojo has one of, if not the best children's program. Their curriculum has been meticulously developed to ensure your child cultivates values you would find in a traditional dojo, all the while holding on to the reality of current times.
— Andrew S.
Questions from Abbotsford families
How far is the dojo from Abbotsford?
We're at 272 Dundas St, Thornbury, on the corner of Chifley Drive – around 20 minutes north of Abbotsford by car, depending on traffic. There's parking nearby.
Do I need to be fit or have experience?
No. Most of our students started as complete beginners, and classes are taught at your level.
Can parents and kids start at the same time?
Yes. Kids and adults each have their own classes at the same dojo, and you can book a trial for the whole family on one form.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. Kids, teens and adults get 4 free classes plus a free uniform.
More classes near Abbotsford
Guest's Martial Arts is a full-time martial arts school in Thornbury, close to Abbotsford. Adults can also join our Self Defence classes in Melbourne or start BJJ classes in Melbourne.
Also close by: martial arts near Collingwood, martial arts near Clifton Hill and martial arts near Fitzroy.
Live in or near Abbotsford? Come and try a class this week.
Contact Guest's Martial Arts
Interested in training? Contact us to find out more about our classes or arrange a free trial.
- Phone03 9495 1929
- Emailadmin@guestsmartialarts.com.au
- Address272 Dundas St, Thornbury VIC 3071