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Junior Martial Arts · Ages 7-10 · Paisley

Four weeks that build real confidence.

Complete beginner coaching in kickboxing and grappling, growing real confidence and social skills alongside it - all included for £49.99.

Book the course · £49.99Starts Monday 5 October 2026.
Places are limited to protect coaching quality.

Everything they need to begin

One clear course, whatever their starting point.

No hidden extras - the course includes everything they need to arrive, train and finish with something to show for it.

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Four weeks of coaching

Beginner-friendly kickboxing and grappling coaching, coached at a junior pace.

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Unlimited Junior classes

Train across the current Junior timetable for the full four weeks, subject to the current schedule.

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Boxing gloves included

The essential equipment is included, so they can arrive ready to train rather than shop first.

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Belt and certificate

Finish the four weeks with a meaningful marker of the progress made.

Junior martial arts students and coaches at John McKean Academy

Built for complete beginners

Confidence comes from doing the work, not from being told to have it.

John and his coaches have taught martial arts in Paisley since 1994. Every child starts with the same fundamentals and progresses at a pace that suits them - there is never any pressure to spar or perform before they are ready.

  • Build real kickboxing and grappling skills through age-appropriate coaching
  • Grow confidence through small, coached wins rather than pressure
  • Develop social skills - listening, taking turns and encouraging teammates
  • Finish with a clear next step if they want to keep training

Before you book

Questions parents often ask.

Does my child need experience?

No. Coaching is progressive and suitable for complete beginners as well as children with some prior training.

What happens after the four weeks?

John will talk you through ongoing options, including the ongoing Junior Martial Arts Programme Membership, with no pressure to continue.

When does the course start?

John will confirm the next available start date and session times by email once you've booked your place.

My child is shy - will they be pushed into anything they're not comfortable with?

No. Coaching is progressive and encouraging, never forceful. Children build confidence step by step, at a pace that suits them, alongside supportive coaches and classmates.

Their start

Give them a confident start this term.

Four weeks, complete beginner coaching and the essential equipment included for £49.99.

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