Martial Arts near Bundoora
Martial Arts for Bundoora
Kids, teens, students and adults · down Plenty Rd from Bundoora
Down Plenty Rd from Bundoora
Bundoora is further north, but Plenty Rd makes the trip simple: head south through Reservoir and Preston, turn into Bell St and you’re almost there. It’s about seven kilometres from central Bundoora to our dojo on Dundas St.
Since 1997 Guest’s Martial Arts has offered a full-time martial arts school with more than 50 classes a week, so Bundoora families and students can always find a time that works.
Select your programme here
Ninja Stars4½ to 7Fun, foundational martial arts for coordination, focus and confidence.
Samurai Warriors8 to 10Self defence, discipline and fitness for primary school kids.
Junior Adults11 to 15Self defence focused training for teens, including knife defence basics.
Adults Martial Arts16+Practical martial arts and self defence, day and evening classes.
Fitness Kickboxing16+Non-contact pad and bag workouts for all fitness levels.
BJJ16+Beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Gi and No-Gi.La Trobe and RMIT students
Studying at La Trobe or RMIT Bundoora? Martial arts is a great counterweight to long hours at a desk. Many uni students train in our Adults Martial Arts classes, which cover striking, throws, locks, weapons and Knife Defence, or in beginner-friendly BJJ. Daytime classes at 9:30am on Tuesday and Thursday fit around lecture timetables.
Bundoora kids and teens
Families from Bundoora Primary, St Damian’s, Bundoora Secondary College and Parade College train with us after school and on Saturday mornings. Ninja Stars, Samurai Warriors and Junior Adults give each age group its own class, with a clear belt path and no grading fees.
Traditional skills, practical focus
Our martial arts includes karate-style strikes and kicks, traditional weapons such as the staff and wooden sword, and modern self defence. The weapons training builds coordination, timing and focus, while the self defence keeps everything grounded in real-world situations.
Is the drive from Bundoora worth it?
Bundoora families have closer options, so we’re often asked why they make the trip. The answer they give us: a full-time school with classes six days a week, instructors who have taught for decades, small age-grouped classes, free gradings and a real focus on self defence. Several families also combine the trip with Northland shopping or visiting relatives in Preston, which makes the drive feel shorter.
From Bundoora to the dojo
Take Plenty Rd south through Reservoir and Preston, turn left into Bell St and then right into Chifley Drive to reach Dundas St.
Tram 86 runs along Plenty Rd if you’re coming by public transport; use the PTV journey planner for the best connection.
Find the dojo
272 Dundas St, Thornbury VIC 3071
Corner of Chifley Drive, on the Thornbury–Preston border
Parking nearby, about 7 km from Bundoora.
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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.
From the very first lesson, Guests martial arts was a winner. Friendly and knowledgeable instructors with many years of experience, and a timetable packed with classes to suit anyone's preferences.
— Steven G.
Kids and adults timetable
Ninja Stars (4½ to 7) - 45 Minutes
Ninja Stars is our beginner martial arts programme for ages 4½ to 7, focused on confidence, coordination, and listening skills.
5:00 pm
5:00 pm
9:45 am
11:15 am
Samurai Warriors (8 to 10) - 45 Minutes
Samurai Warriors is designed for ages 8 to 10, building discipline, fitness, and practical Self-Defence awareness.
5:00 pm
5:45 pm
5:45 pm
6:30 pm
5:00 pm
5:45 pm
6:30 pm
9:45 am
10:30 am
Junior Adults (11 to 15) - 45 Minutes
Junior Adults is our teen programme for ages 11 to 15, bridging kids and adult training with a strong Self-Defence focus.
5:45 pm
6:30 pm
5:45 pm
5:45 pm
6:30 pm
5:45 pm
Adults Martial Arts (16+) - 90 Minutes
Adults Martial Arts and Self Defence is suitable for beginners through to advanced students.
If you are new, arrive 15 minutes early and we will get you set up.
Martial arts near Bundoora: common questions
How do I get to the dojo from Bundoora?
Drive south on Plenty Rd, turn left into Bell St and right into Chifley Drive. The dojo is at 272 Dundas St, Thornbury, about 7 km from central Bundoora.
Can uni students train during the day?
Yes. Adults Martial Arts runs at 9:30am on Tuesday and Thursday, as well as weeknight evenings and Saturday.
Do you teach weapons?
Yes. Adults train with traditional weapons such as the staff and wooden sword, as well as Knife Defence.
What ages do you teach?
Kids from 4½, teens from 11 and adults from 16.
How do we start?
Book a free trial online: 4 free classes plus a free uniform.
More near Bundoora
See self defence classes near Bundoora, weapons training and all our kids martial arts classes.
Nearby: martial arts for Reservoir, martial arts near Macleod and martial arts in Preston.
From Bundoora? Try four classes free, uniform included.
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