Martial Arts near Fitzroy
Martial Arts for Fitzroy
Kids, teens and adults · up High St from Fitzroy
Room to train, outside the inner city
Space is hard to find in Fitzroy, and that includes martial arts schools. Ours has 700m² of mats and parking at the door, about six and a half kilometres north up High St. Fitzroy families and adults tell us the short drive is worth it for a proper dojo and a full timetable.
Since 1997 we’ve taught martial arts built on practical self defence, with karate-style striking, throws, locks and escapes for every age.
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.Fitzroy kids
Families from Fitzroy Primary and Sacred Heart bring their children to Ninja Stars (4½ to 7) and Samurai Warriors (8 to 10). Kids learn to move, fall safely, escape grabs and stand up for themselves, and our Kids Life Skills lessons build respect and resilience.
Adults: creative people, desk jobs and shift work
Our Fitzroy adults include designers, chefs, musicians, nurses and office workers. With classes at 9:30am on Tuesday and Thursday, 7:15pm on weeknights and 12:45pm on Saturday, Adults Martial Arts fits most schedules. BJJ and Fitness Kickboxing are also on offer.
Teenagers
Teens train in Junior Adults (11 to 15), which focuses on real self defence, including Knife Defence basics, with a clear belt path and a respectful, energetic class.
Trading the gym for the dojo
Fitzroy has no shortage of boutique gyms, and plenty of our members came from them. What they say they missed was learning something: a skill that improves month after month, a belt to work towards and training partners who know your name. Martial arts gives you a workout every session, but it also gives you progress you can feel, which is why so many keep training for years.
From Fitzroy to the dojo
Drive north via Queens Pde onto High St, through Northcote and Thornbury, and turn right into Dundas St at the Plenty Rd junction. The dojo is at the far end, on the corner of Chifley Drive.
Find the dojo
272 Dundas St, Thornbury VIC 3071
Corner of Chifley Drive, on the Thornbury–Preston border
Parking at the door, about 6.5 km from Fitzroy.
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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.
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.
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 Fitzroy: common questions
How far is the dojo from Fitzroy?
About 6.5 km north, at 272 Dundas St, Thornbury, via High St and Dundas St.
Is there parking?
Yes, right at the dojo.
Do you teach karate?
Our classes include karate-style strikes and kicks, along with throws, locks and escapes for practical self defence.
Are there daytime classes?
Yes, Adults Martial Arts runs at 9:30am on Tuesday and Thursday.
How do we start?
Fitzroy families can book online in a couple of minutes; the trial covers four classes and includes a uniform.
More near Fitzroy
See self defence classes near Fitzroy and all our kids martial arts classes.
Nearby: martial arts near Fitzroy North, martial arts near Collingwood and martial arts near Carlton.
Real space to train, near Fitzroy. Four classes free.
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