Martial Arts near Coburg
Martial Arts for Coburg
Kids, teens and adults · straight along Bell St from Coburg
Straight down Bell St from Coburg
Coburg is on the other side of Merri Creek from Thornbury, but getting to our dojo couldn’t be simpler: cross the creek on Bell St and keep going east through Preston until you reach Chifley Drive. It’s one road almost the whole way, about six kilometres from central Coburg.
Since 1997, Coburg families have trusted Guest’s Martial Arts for martial arts training that’s practical, structured and genuinely good for kids’ confidence.
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.Kids martial arts for Coburg schools
Our kids classes run after school Monday to Thursday and on Saturday mornings, with families coming from Coburg Primary, Coburg North Primary, Coburg West Primary, Merri-bek Primary, St Bernard’s and St Paul’s. Ninja Stars (4½ to 7) and Samurai Warriors (8 to 10) mix real skills with games and our Kids Life Skills lessons. Students from Coburg High School and Mercy College train in Junior Adults (11 to 15).
Why make the trip from Coburg?
- A full-time dojo with 700m² of mats and more than 50 classes a week.
- Classes grouped by age, so kids train with kids their own size.
- Practical self defence in every class, not just sport.
- Free gradings and a clear path through the belts.
- Easy parking at the end of the drive.
Adults from Coburg
Adults train in 90-minute martial arts and self defence classes at 7:15pm on weeknights, 9:30am on Tuesday and Thursday, and 12:45pm on Saturday. BJJ runs Monday, Wednesday and Saturday, and Fitness Kickboxing eight times a week.
Teens from Coburg
Teenagers often tell us they want something different from school sport: a place to get fit, learn to handle themselves and be treated like young adults. Junior Adults gives them that, with structured training, clear goals at every belt and instructors who expect effort and respect. Coburg parents tell us their teens come home calmer, more confident and better at sticking with things, and many go on to train in our adult classes at 16.
Coburg mums and dads on the mat
Some of our most dedicated adult students are Coburg parents who started by watching their kids’ classes. After a few weeks on the sidelines they booked their own trial, and now the whole family trains. Adult classes start at 7:15pm, after the kids’ sessions finish, so it’s easy to swap who does the dropping off.
From Coburg to the dojo
Take Bell St east from Coburg, over the Merri Creek bridge and on through Preston, past St Georges Rd and High St, then turn right into Chifley Drive. Dundas St is at the end of Chifley Drive.
SmartBus 903 runs along Bell St if you’re coming by public transport.
Find the dojo
272 Dundas St, Thornbury VIC 3071
Corner of Chifley Drive, on the Thornbury–Preston border
Parking nearby, about 6 km from Coburg along Bell St.
Open in Google MapsWhat our students and parents say
My 2 youngest children attend twice a week and have a ball, not only do they learn a martial art, but their confidence has gone through the roof, they are doing hand stands, cart wheels and rolling confidently.
— Gavin B.
I'm only a few weeks in, and already feel like I'm learning heaps. … I'm sleeping better, I'm more focussed at work and in a better mood in general.
— Julian W.
I can honestly say all the programs from Ninja Stars, Samurai Warriors, Junior Adults and even the Fitness Kickboxing classes are some of the most well rounded programs I have seen.
— Van L.
Great dojo space and even better teachers and instructors. … Ignited a passion for the martial art in a complete beginner myself!
— Jonathan Y.
We couldn’t be happier with the care and patience that all of the teachers have with our son. Since we started, we have seen a massive improvement in his motor strength, coordination, and perseverance.
— Bohuslava J.
My young son has been attending Guests Martial Arts for over three years, and it's really helped him with agility and coordination, and increased confidence in his physical abilities. … Lessons include discussions about things like friendships, positive social behaviour, sensible risk taking, and there are also reward programs for reading and good manners.
— Dan P.
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 for Coburg: common questions
How do I get to the dojo from Coburg?
Drive east along Bell St through Preston and turn right into Chifley Drive, which leads to Dundas St. It’s about 6 km from central Coburg.
What ages can join?
Kids from 4½, teens from 11 in Junior Adults, and adults from 16.
Is it like karate?
Our classes include karate-style punches and kicks, plus escapes, throws, locks and safe falling for practical self defence.
Are there classes on Saturdays?
Yes. Kids and Junior Adults classes run on Saturday mornings, and adults train at 12:45pm.
How do we start?
Book a free trial online: 4 free classes plus a free uniform.
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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