KIDS MUAY THAI & KICKBOXING - Ages 5-15
TAUGHT BY DAN MCGOWAN
with KORY CHETTLE, IGOR SMIALOWICZ & JUNAYD MIAH
Muay Thai is Thai Kickboxing – the most complete form of kickboxing in the world. At MMT, our kids classes build discipline, teach real self-defence and show them the beauty of the art – and they have fun doing it.
More than a martial art
Taught properly, martial arts set kids up for anything in the real world. I started Muay Thai at 9 years old. It took me around the world, made me one of the most successful fighters to come out of the UK, and gave me the discipline and confidence to build a business. That's just one example – we see it in our kids every week.
Early Starters – Ages 5–9
We teach the fundamentals of Muay Thai alongside coordination, left and right, and a first introduction to health and fitness. Every session is gamified, so they stay engaged the whole time – but the technique they learn is the real thing.
Tuesday & Friday, 5:30–6:30pm
Juniors – Ages 10–15
Less games, more proper Muay Thai training. We keep it engaging, but at this age they need discipline – and they get it.
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 5:30–6:30pm
Junior Sparring – Ages 8–15
Sparring is always controlled and monitored by our coaches, so nothing gets out of hand. The focus is practising the skill set, not winning rounds. Kids need boxing gloves, shin pads and a groin guard to spar.
Saturday, 11:40am–12:40pm
Respect comes first
Every child learns about respect from their very first session. We've got it down to a T – kids with ADHD train in our classes and thrive on the structure, and we simply don't get problems with behaviour.
Prajead grading – White to Black band
We run our own kids grading syllabus, from white band to black band – known in Thai as prajead. Not every child wants to compete. Grading gives every one of them a goal to work towards.
Coached by world-ranked fighters
Junior classes are led by Daniel McGowan (2x World Champion), Kory Chettle, Igor Smialowicz and Junayd Miah, with Tim Thomas and Liam Cunningham joining regularly.
Prices
Junior Bronze – £50/month – train twice a week
Junior Gold – £60/month – unlimited classes
Try it first
1-week trial – £14.99. See if your child loves it before you commit. Book your 1-week trial here.
Unit 11, Triumph Way, Woburn Road Industrial Estate, Kempston, Bedford MK42 7QB
For our junior classes we operate a WhatsApp group chat for parents of members for various announcements and communication relevant to the classes.
To get added, click the button, confirm the name of your child and request to be added to the group chat. Once we’ve verified your valid membership, we’ll get you added and let you know.
For Our classes we recommend:
BOXING GLOVES: 10/12oz for pads and bag work, 14/16oz for sparring (For example the Fairtex #BGV1)
SHIN PADS: Elastic style shins are great for beginners but leather/microfibre style shins are recommended for regular members (For example the Fairtex #SP5)
PROTECTION: We recommend hand wraps for all members to protect your hands from injuries. For sparring classes we recommend a mouth guard, groin guard and elbow pads (if using elbows). A Protective Vest (such as as the Fairtex #PV1) is recommended for juniors looking to spar and compete.
OPTIONAL: A good set of muaythai shorts, a skipping rope, gym bag and ankle supports.
We also have a wide selection of equipment and apparel available to buy and try on at our reception. Just ask our staff for help as we are on hand to recommend what you will need.
Gloves
Shin Pads
Protective Equipment
Accessories
Use code: MMT10
To get a 10% discount