Martial Arts Classes
for All Ages in Aylesbury & Watford

High-quality martial arts training for children, teens, and adults.

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What ZKS MA Do

ZKS Martial Arts is your award-winning martial arts school in Aylesbury and Watford, with nearly 1,000 members training every week. We provide high-quality martial arts classes for all ages and abilities, from toddlers to adults, in a safe, friendly, and supportive environment. Our professional instructors deliver expert training in karate, kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Taijutsu, Judo, no‑gi grappling, submission wrestling, and practical self-defence.

Our Dragons program introduces children aged 3–4 to martial arts through fun, engaging activities that build coordination, balance, focus, and confidence. For Reception, Year 1, and Year 2 (ages 5–7), the Ninjas program develops discipline, self-control, and foundational skills in karate, kickboxing, and self-defence. Children in Years 3–6 (ages 7–11) can join our Junior Martial Arts program, offering karate, kickboxing, judo, and self-defence to improve fitness, agility, confidence, and teamwork. For Years 7–10 (ages 11–15), our Teen Martial Arts program combines striking from karate, Muay Thai, and kickboxing with grappling and throwing from judo and BJJ, building self-confidence, resilience, and practical self-defence skills.

For adults, our Adult Martial Arts classes blend the traditional martial art of Taijutsu with modern striking arts such as Muay Thai, karate, and kickboxing, plus grappling and throwing disciplines like judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Whether you want to improve fitness, learn effective self-defence, or master martial arts skills, our adult program offers expert tuition in a welcoming community. We also run HAVOC BJJ & No‑Gi Grappling for teens and adults focusing on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, submission wrestling, and no‑gi grappling to develop technical skill, strength, and competition readiness.

Our Adaptive ZKSMA program ensures martial arts is accessible to all children, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and sensory processing differences, as well as those who may struggle with shyness or social anxiety. This inclusive program provides individualised instruction, a sensory‑friendly training space, confidence‑building activities, and opportunities to develop social skills in a supportive, understanding environment.

With over 60 classes a week across Aylesbury and Watford, ZKS Martial Arts delivers a complete martial arts experience for every age and skill level. Whether your goal is fitness, self-defence, competition, or simply trying something new, our expert instructors and friendly community will support you every step of the way.

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Adult Martial Arts at ZKS MA

At ZKS Martial Arts, we offer high-quality adult programs designed to improve fitness, build confidence, and teach real-world skills — all in a friendly, inclusive environment. Choose from our two core martial arts styles or book private one-to-one training for personalised progress.

ZKS Taijutsu
16 years and over
  • Traditional Japanese self-defence with modern striking
  • Combines karate, kickboxing & basic grappling
  • Friendly, experienced coaches
  • Safe, inclusive environment
  • £50 first-month offer including uniform
Havoc Grappling (BJJ)
16 years and over
  • Focus on ground fighting & submissions
  • No pressure to compete — train at your own pace
  • Supportive teammates & inclusive atmosphere
  • Develop fitness, flexibility & resilience
  • £50 first-month offer including uniform
Private Lessons
One-to-one coaching with Sensei Ben
  • Personalised training for your goals
  • Flexible times to suit your schedule
  • Faster progress & skill mastery
  • Boost confidence & technique
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The Instructors

Meet our lead instructing team

Sensei Ben Babbington - Founder and Head Instructor

Ben Babbington

Founder and Head Instructor

5th Degree Black Belt in Taijutsu, 1st Degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Aikido Black Belt.

Timothy Gourley - Aylesbury Instructor

Timothy Gourley

Aylesbury Instructor

Senior Black Belt in Taijutsu, Level 3 Muay Thai coach and Blue Belt Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Sensei Ben.

James Stevenson - Watford Instructor

James Stevenson

Watford Instructor

Senior Black Belt in Taijutsu and Purple Belt Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Sensei Ben.

Louise Babbington - Aylesbury Instructor

Louise Babbington

Aylesbury Instructor

Senior Black Belt in Taijutsu, Yoga coach and Blue Belt Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Sensei Ben.

Jim Hey - Adaptive Martial Arts Instructor

Jim Hey

Aylesbury Instructor

Senior Black Belt in Taijutsu and Adaptive martial arts instructor.

Archie Babbington - Aylesbury Assistant Instructor

Archie Babbington

Aylesbury Assistant Instructor

Black Belt in Taijutsu and newest to the team of lead instructors.

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Membership Packages

We have a simple membership payment structure for members.

There is also a £50 one-off joining fee after the FREE trial period and we take our membership payments via direct debit.

Standard Membership
£35.00 per month

  • One class a week
  • Equates to only £10.50 per class
  • Payment taken by Direct Debit
  • One-off joining fee applies
  • Discount available for 3 or more family members
  • Cancellation notice just 30 days
Premium Membership
Our recommendation
£45.00 per month

  • Two classes a week
  • Equates to only £6.75 per class
  • Payment taken by Direct Debit
  • One-off joining fee applies
  • Discount available for 3 or more family members
  • Cancellation notice just 30 days
Ultimate Membership
£60.00 per month

  • Three classes a week
  • Equates to only £5.00 per class
  • Payment taken by Direct Debit
  • One-off joining fee applies
  • Discount available for 3 or more family members
  • Cancellation notice just 30 days