Self Defence near Clifton Hill
Self Defence Lessons Near Clifton Hill
Practical self defence, straight up Queens Pde and High St
Inner-city streets, practical skills
Clifton Hill gets plenty of foot traffic, with late trains, busy Queens Pde and walks home through the backstreets. Our self defence classes prepare you for all of it, about 5 km north at our Thornbury dojo.
We teach how to recognise danger, avoid it, and protect yourself when you can’t. Classes run every week.
Select your self defence 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.Situations we train for
- Being grabbed by the wrist, clothing or hair.
- Being pushed against a wall or taken to the ground.
- Facing someone armed with a knife.
- Dealing with bullying and with groups.
Spensley St and Clifton Hill Primary
Families from Clifton Hill Primary and Spensley Street Primary can choose age-grouped kids self defence classes, covering bullies, distance and getting help. Fitzroy High and Northcote High students suit Junior Adults.
Adults and women
Seven adult classes a week run across mornings, evenings and Saturdays. Women train in these regular classes. See self defence for women.
Coming from Clifton Hill
Drive north up Queens Pde, which becomes High St at Merri Creek, through Northcote and Thornbury. Turn right into Dundas St at the Plenty Rd junction and follow it to Chifley Drive.
Tram 86 follows the same route; use the PTV journey planner for the bus along Dundas St.
Find the dojo
272 Dundas St, Thornbury VIC 3071
Corner of Chifley Drive, on the Thornbury–Preston border
Parking nearby, about 5 km from Clifton Hill.
Open in Google MapsWhat our students and parents say
Amazing culture here and a very practical martial art. I've done martial arts for over 20 years and have struggled to find a club that balances humour, practicality, realistic techniques and education as well as this place.
— Andrew D.
This is an excellent place to learn martial arts. There's a seamless blend of respect for tradition and practical, effective, Self Defence. All in the most inclusive and welcoming environment you could ask for.
— Stu T.
This is a complete system for anyone wanting to learn not only physical defense, traditional weaponry, and modern day concepts, but also a balance of mental development for a pressured situation.
— Andrew S.
Great family friendly dojo. Very unique martial arts if you’re interested in practical defence techniques - boxing is great for fitness also.
— Sean M.
As someone totally new to martial arts, I’ve felt nothing but welcomed … as a short, small framed woman, it gives me some sense of empowerment I’ve never had before. Recommend for girls/ women of any age, and any experience.
— Ash D.
Adults self defence timetable
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.
Self defence near Clifton Hill: common questions
How far is the dojo from Clifton Hill?
About 5 km north, at 272 Dundas St, Thornbury.
Can I get there by tram?
Yes. Tram 86 runs up High St; use the PTV planner for the bus connection along Dundas St.
What if I’ve never trained?
That’s normal. Most students start as beginners.
Do you cover Knife Defence?
Yes, for teens and adults.
How do I start?
Book online: 4 free classes plus a free uniform.
More near Clifton Hill
See self defence in Melbourne and martial arts near Clifton Hill.
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From Clifton Hill? Your first four classes are 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