Martial Arts near Reservoir
Martial Arts for Reservoir
Kids, teens and adults · straight down Plenty Rd from Reservoir
Reservoir’s full-time martial arts school, just south
Reservoir is one of the biggest suburbs in Melbourne’s north, and plenty of its families train with us. Our dojo sits just south of Reservoir, past Preston, at the eastern end of Dundas St. Plenty Rd takes you most of the way, and on a weeknight it’s usually a 10 to 15 minute drive from Edwardes St or the Broadway shops.
Since 1997 we’ve taught martial arts that mixes karate-style punches and kicks with throws, escapes and locks. Kids grow in confidence and focus, teens learn to look after themselves, and adults get fit while learning skills that actually work.
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 Reservoir schools
Our after-school classes are full of kids from Reservoir East, Reservoir Primary, Reservoir Views, Reservoir West, Holy Name, St Joseph the Worker and St Gabriel’s. They start in Ninja Stars (4½ to 7), where games teach balance, listening and coordination, then move into Samurai Warriors (8 to 10) for proper technique, fitness and self defence. Every class includes a short Kids Life Skills lesson on things like respect, confidence and dealing with bullies.
Teenagers from Reservoir High and William Ruthven
Secondary students train in Junior Adults (11 to 15). It’s more physical and more focused on real self defence, including Knife Defence basics, with a clear belt path and instructors who treat teens with respect. Many of our teenagers say it’s the one place in the week where they switch off their phones and switch on.
Is it karate?
Parents searching for karate in Reservoir often ask how we compare. Our classes include the strikes, blocks and kicks you’d see in karate, but also teach how to escape grabs, fall safely, throw and control an attacker. It’s a broader, more practical skill set, and kids love the variety. There are no grading fees, and students are graded in class when they’re ready.
Adults from Reservoir
Adults train in 90-minute Adults Martial Arts classes at 7:15pm on weeknights, 9:30am on Tuesday and Thursday, and 12:45pm on Saturday. Prefer a workout? Fitness Kickboxing runs eight times a week, and BJJ runs Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
From Reservoir to the dojo
Head south on Plenty Rd through Preston, turn left into Bell St and then right into Chifley Drive, which brings you to Dundas St. Families on the western side of Reservoir can come down High St to Bell St instead.
Bus 552 runs between Reservoir and Dundas St, and the Darebin Creek Trail links the eastern side of Reservoir with the Dundas Street Wetlands beside the dojo.
Find the dojo
272 Dundas St, Thornbury VIC 3071
Corner of Chifley Drive, on the Thornbury–Preston border
Parking nearby, about 5 km from Reservoir.
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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.
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.
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 Reservoir: common questions
Where is the nearest martial arts school to Reservoir?
Guest’s Martial Arts at 272 Dundas St, Thornbury, about 5 km south of central Reservoir via Plenty Rd and Bell St. We run more than 50 classes a week.
Do you teach karate in Reservoir?
Our classes include karate-style strikes and kicks plus throws, escapes and locks for practical self defence. Many families searching for karate choose us for that wider skill set.
What age can my child start?
From 4½ in Ninja Stars. Older kids join Samurai Warriors (8 to 10) or Junior Adults (11 to 15).
Is there a bus from Reservoir?
Yes. Route 552 runs between Reservoir and Dundas St; check the PTV journey planner for times.
How do we start?
Book a free trial online: 4 free classes plus a free uniform for kids, teens and adults.
More near Reservoir
See self defence classes near Reservoir and all our kids martial arts classes.
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Reservoir families: 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