All London Shootfighters' classes are suitable for people of all levels of ability. Many of our most talented fighters initially came to us with next to no knowledge of MMA so don't worry about not knowing enough - the classes are there for you to learn. We stress fitness and conditioning, but we do not demand that you already have these, and we are happy for you to achieve that as a part of training with us. Forget "getting fit" so you can train for a class, do both at the same time! ALL classes will teach a combination of technique and conditioning.

London Shootfighters is a fighting gym that has produced many top professional and amateur competitors in a variety of fighting sports but we have plenty of people training for fun, fitness or self defence. We train hard. What you are training hard for is up to you.

Sparring is a very important part of training for a fighter or in fact anyone wanting to know whether what they are learning works. In some classes, such as the grappling ones, you will spar almost immediately, in others, such as boxing, a novice will take longer to spar. Sparring is always supervised and conducted in good spirit. (If for any reason you cannot or do not wish to spar please inform the instructor.)

Below are descriptions of the classes and essential or recommended equipment. In your first few sessions you will be fine without any of the equipment, but it will be necessary to obtain the essential ones as you continue so as to properly train in all aspects of the class. Recommended equipment should also be obtained in due course. The gym does its best to provide everyone with the necessary equipment such as gloves, skipping ropes, and protective gear, but if you are training seriously you should have your own gear.

First and foremost: TRAIN HARD AND ENJOY!