BMA Academy
About BMA Academy
BMA Academy - British Martial Arts Academy - is a martial arts school at My City Centre Arjan in Al Barsha South, Dubai. Its website describes structured training for children, teenagers, adults and girls in karate and kickboxing, with programmes designed for different ages and skill levels, and a focus on character alongside technique: discipline, confidence, respect, perseverance and leadership. The academy's own flyer also lists boxing, Muay Thai, mixed martial arts, sports karate and character development classes, run as group, individual and personal sessions. For pupils who want to compete, the academy says it supports a path from beginner level to national, continental and international competition. Parents can reach it by phone or WhatsApp on +971 56 113 3956. On Google, BMA Academy holds a 4.9 rating from 28 reviews, and the listing notes a wheelchair-accessible car park and card and NFC payments.
The activity
Martial Arts, explained
Martial arts classes teach kids self-defence techniques alongside discipline, focus and respect. In karate and kickboxing sessions, children learn strikes, blocks, footwork and set sequences of moves (kata in karate), progressing through coloured belts as their technique improves. Beyond the physical side, good classes work on confidence, listening and perseverance, which parents often notice carrying over into school and home life. Sessions are usually split by age and belt level, and complete beginners are welcome, though the youngest starting age varies from club to club. No experience or equipment is needed to begin; a uniform (gi) is typically the only kit, and gloves and pads come in later for kickboxing.
Who it's for
Children, teenagers, adults and girls, with programmes the academy says are designed for different ages and skill levels, from beginners to pupils aiming at competition. The website and flyer do not give a minimum starting age or say whether the girls' classes are girls-only - ask the provider.
What to expect
The academy describes a safe, positive and motivating environment led by experienced martial arts professionals, combining traditional martial arts values with modern coaching, fitness work and competition preparation. Its flyer lists group classes, individual classes and personal classes, as well as separate kids' and adults' sessions. The website does not say what a first session looks like, whether a uniform is included, or whether a trial class is offered - so ask the provider on WhatsApp before booking a first class.
Highlights
- Karate and kickboxing, plus boxing, Muay Thai, MMA and sports karate listed on the academy's flyer (bmatraining.simdif.com)
- Classes for children, teenagers, adults and girls (bmatraining.simdif.com)
- Group, individual and personal classes available (bmatraining.simdif.com)
- Competition pathway up to national, continental and international level for pupils who want it (bmatraining.simdif.com)
- 4.9 on Google from 28 reviews
- Based at My City Centre Arjan, Al Barsha South (bmatraining.simdif.com)
Why parents rate it
What parents say on Google
BMA Academy holds a 4.9 rating on Google from 28 reviews: 27 of them are 5 stars and one is 1 star.
The facts
- Not published yet
- Ask about ages, prices and trials
- Where
- My City Centre Arjan, Al Barsha South, Dubai
- How to book
- bmatraining.simdif.com/contact.html · +971 56 113 3956 · wa.me/971561133956 · [email protected] · [email protected]
Questions parents ask
Good to know
- Phone and WhatsApp on the same number: +971 56 113 3956 (bmatraining.simdif.com)
- The academy's flyer says it is approved by the UAE Karate Federation and the General Sports Authority (bmatraining.simdif.com)
- Wheelchair-accessible car park and on-site toilet (Google listing)
- Debit, credit and NFC mobile payments accepted (Google listing)
Prices, ages and times change — confirm with the provider before you book.
Location
Skip mapAl Barsha South Third - Arjan - Dubai
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