Belonging
Friendly classes where beginners are welcomed and every student is known.
Yorkshire born and family focusedChampions in class.
Champions in class.
Champions in life.
MartialArts4U grew from a passion for great martial arts coaching and the belief that every student deserves to feel welcome, capable and supported.
Craig and Mark Long began training in York in 1995 under Paul Lynch. Competition success followed at local, national and international level, but the lasting lesson was bigger than trophies: the best coaching develops character as well as technique.
That principle still shapes every class. Our instructors combine structured progression with encouragement, energy and a genuine interest in every student.
Meet our team
30+years of martial arts experience
What matters to us
A better way to learn
Clear standards, positive coaching and a community where every age and ability can progress.
Progress
Structured goals that build technique, fitness, confidence and resilience.
Standards
Experienced instructors, responsible practice and safeguarding at the heart of our clubs.
Encouragement
Motivational coaching that helps students achieve more than they thought possible.
One community, five locations
Your journey starts here
From a child's first Mini Dragons class to adult fitness, competition and black-belt achievement, we help each member find a route that fits their goals.
- Classes for children, teenagers and adults
- Five welcoming Yorkshire locations
- A clear pathway from beginner to black belt