First Defence Dragons
The best jumpstart programme for kids 4-7 years old. Dragons work towards merit badges that are sewn onto the uniform so they have a visual progress.
Learn moreFalmouth & Helston, Cornwall
Falmouth's Most Loved Martial Arts Centre
We value our students and their growth, and we want them to evolve physically, mentally, and emotionally — better fitness and endurance, alongside respect, integrity, perseverance, and discipline.
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Locations in Cornwall
Age 4+
Children's classes from four
Mon-Fri
Classes every weekday
Our classes
We Offer Quality Martial Arts and Self-Defence Classes
We value our students and their growth, and we want them to evolve physically, mentally, and emotionally. Our classes will train them to better fitness and endurance while also teaching them the value of respect, integrity, perseverance, and discipline.
Join our state-of-the-art facility and choose a programme that suits your needs, goals, and preferences. Beginner classes enrolling right now.
Programmes
Choose a programme that suits you
Kids Martial Arts
The best place to learn about respect and camaraderie. They become physically stronger while enhancing their ability to listen to others and know their boundaries.
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Taekwondo
Get into your best shape while learning self-defence. Excellent for toning the upper and lower body and core, and remarkable for self-protection.
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Kickboxing Incorporating Krav Maga
K.I.K. combines both arts — an energy-filled workout that burns calories and sheds unwanted fat, alongside the discipline and self-defence of Krav Maga.
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Our instructors
Our Professional Instructors Are Here to Guide You
We believe in the capacity of every individual - their strengths and limitations. Our instructors are passionate about seeing their students evolve as they go through the notions of each class.
We want our students to make this facility their second home, and we prioritize a safe and positive environment for everyone.
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Reviews
Hear what our members are saying
Lovely family run martial arts school for all ages. Helped my children build up confidence and self esteem, giving them an enormous sense of success and achievement.
Fathyma Parker
First Defence Black Belt School is a premier martial arts and fitness academy whose reputation as a world class leader has been recognised both nationally and internationally. The level of instruction and customer service is second to none. I continually recommend them to family and friends.
Chris Allen
My girls have been with first defence for nearly 10 years now and I can thoroughly recommend it, my girls are confident, fit, well behaved and can look after themselves through life, and all down to the great tutelage of Mike Beard and all the instructors, Thank you.
Annabell Moyle
Lovely friendly group. My son has gone from a White to a green belt in a year so I'm very happy with the progress. My 6 year old daughter has just started the little dragons group and already her confidence has grown.
Kerry Prynn
My son loves going to taekwondo. It's made him a lot more confident and improved his fitness. The instructors are great fun and work really hard to keep the little ones entertained, i would definitely recommend it!
Daisy Beckett
My 7 year old comes to Lil Dragons. He absolutely loves it! Great for fitness and self confidence, great club run by professionals with a warm family atmosphere..can't recommend enough! x
Gemma Richards
Questions
Frequently asked questions
From age 4. First Defence Dragons is for 4-7 year olds, Kids Martial Arts for 8-16 year olds, and Taekwondo is open to juniors and adults. Our K.I.K. kickboxing class welcomes men and women of all ages.