Self Defence near Heidelberg Heights
Real-World Self Defence for Heidelberg Heights
Skills you keep, just across Darebin Creek from Heidelberg Heights
A short hop along Bell St
From Heidelberg Heights, the dojo is about as easy as it gets: Bell St west, over Darebin Creek, and left into Chifley Drive. That matters, because the best self defence training is the kind that’s close enough to keep doing.
A one-day course can give you a few moves to remember. Weekly training gives you skills you keep. We’ve taught real-world self defence since 1997, to complete beginners and to students who have stayed for decades.
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.What you’ll learn
- Awareness and avoidance: spotting trouble early and staying out of it.
- Escapes: getting free from grabs, holds and headlocks.
- Striking and grappling: for the times you can’t walk away.
- Knife Defence: realistic, safe training for teens and adults.
Morning classes for shift workers
Not everyone in Heidelberg Heights works nine to five. If you work shifts at the Austin or start early, our 9:30am classes on Tuesday and Thursday sit alongside evening classes Monday to Thursday and a Saturday class at 12:45pm.
Children and teens
Through Ninja Stars and Samurai Warriors, children cover bullying, stranger safety and a strong voice. Older students join Junior Adults (11 to 15). Bell St makes after-school classes a quick trip for families at Heidelberg Primary and nearby schools.
Starting as a woman or a complete beginner
You don’t need to be big, strong or fit. Women train in our regular adult classes, with technique that depends on leverage and timing. See self defence for women.
From Heidelberg Heights to the dojo
Get onto Bell St, using Waterdale Rd if you’re coming from further south, and head west across the Darebin Creek bridge. Turn left into Chifley Drive, which brings you to the dojo at Dundas St.
If you ride or walk, the Darebin Creek Trail leads to the Dundas Street Wetlands beside us.
Find the dojo
272 Dundas St, Thornbury VIC 3071
Corner of Chifley Drive, on the Thornbury–Preston border
Parking nearby, about 3 km from Heidelberg Heights.
Open in Google MapsWhat our students and parents say
I've been training in Japanese Jiu Jitsu and attending Adult Kickboxing classes for the last 3 years and I learn something new and valuable from the staff every time I go there. I would highly recommend this school to anyone wanting to start training in martial arts as an adult…
— Natasha G.
Had an awesome experience. Craig is super skilled, patient, and really know how to push you while keeping it fun. Everyone’s welcoming, and the training is really inviting for a beginner.
— Andrew C.
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.
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 Heidelberg Heights: common questions
How far is the dojo from Heidelberg Heights?
About 3 km, at 272 Dundas St, Thornbury, via Bell St and Chifley Drive.
Is a one-day course enough?
It’s a good taste, but skills fade without practice. We run ongoing classes so techniques become automatic.
Do you have daytime classes?
Yes. Adults can train at 9:30am on Tuesday and Thursday, as well as evenings and Saturdays.
Do you teach kids about bullying?
Yes, along with stranger safety, using their voice and escaping safely.
How do I start?
Book 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