Martial Arts near Heidelberg
Martial Arts for Heidelberg
Kids, teens and adults · west along Banksia St from Heidelberg
A short drive west of Heidelberg
From Burgundy St and the Warringal Shopping Centre, our dojo is a straightforward drive west: along Banksia St, which becomes Bell St, across Darebin Creek and into Chifley Drive. It’s roughly three and a half kilometres, and most Heidelberg families are here in about ten minutes.
Guest’s Martial Arts has taught martial arts since 1997. Our community is big and friendly, our classes are grouped by age, and every student, from four-year-olds to adults, learns self defence 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.Martial arts for Heidelberg kids
Families from Heidelberg Primary and nearby schools come to us for structured, age-grouped classes: Ninja Stars for 4½ to 7, Samurai Warriors for 8 to 10 and Junior Adults for 11 to 15. Kids build coordination and confidence, and our Kids Life Skills lessons cover respect, goal setting and handling bullies.
Day classes for hospital and shift workers
Heidelberg is home to the Austin and Mercy hospitals, and we teach plenty of nurses, doctors and other shift workers. Our 9:30am Adults Martial Arts classes on Tuesday and Thursday, and 11:15am Fitness Kickboxing, mean you can train on your days off without waiting for the evening timetable.
Karate, self defence or something broader?
Our martial arts classes include karate-style punches, kicks and blocks, plus throws, joint locks, escapes and weapons. Adults also train Knife Defence one month in every four. It’s a well-rounded art built around one goal: getting you home safely.
Families from the Heidelberg hills
Heidelberg families often tell us they chose us after trying a class at a school hall or community centre. The difference they notice is a dedicated, fully matted dojo, classes grouped by age, and a structured curriculum that builds every week. Kids train with friends their own age, and parents can see exactly what their child is learning and where they’re heading next on the belt path.
Starting at any age
We teach students from four to well over sixty. Heidelberg grandparents have joined adult classes after watching their grandchildren train, and parents who did martial arts as kids often come back after a twenty-year break. Everyone starts at their own level, and instructors adapt techniques for injuries and fitness.
From Heidelberg to the dojo
Drive west along Banksia St, which becomes Bell St at Heidelberg West. Cross Darebin Creek and turn left into Chifley Drive; the dojo is at the corner of Dundas St.
If you’re coming by public transport, use the PTV journey planner from Heidelberg station.
Find the dojo
272 Dundas St, Thornbury VIC 3071
Corner of Chifley Drive, on the Thornbury–Preston border
Parking nearby, about 3.5 km from Heidelberg.
Open in Google MapsWhat our students and parents say
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 near Heidelberg: common questions
How far is the dojo from Heidelberg?
About 3.5 km west, at 272 Dundas St, Thornbury, reached along Banksia St and Bell St, then Chifley Drive.
Do you have daytime classes?
Yes. Adults Martial Arts runs at 9:30am on Tuesday and Thursday, and Fitness Kickboxing at 11:15am on the same days.
Do you teach karate?
Our classes include karate-style strikes and kicks, plus throws, locks and escapes for practical self 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.
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Ten minutes from Heidelberg. 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