Who are we

Established in 2008 we have gone from strength to strength. All our members are friendly and welcoming.
We have classes for kids and adult.
Our teenage and adult classes are segregated for your comfort.
All our coaches are highly experienced - with enhanced DBS checks and insurance to deliver first-class sessions
We promote discipline, fitness, confidence, self defence, and much more.

The Sessions

Fully segregated female only session

Kickboxing and Taekwondo based.

Kids, teenage and adults session

Karate, Muay Thai, Boxing and Submission Wrestling based sessions.
Grading for those that want to get to black belt available
Progressive learning - learning striking techniques to throws and take-downs, submission techniques and mixing these - a capable fighting system to give you confidence on the streets and in competitions.

Areas we cover

East London

Dagenham
Newham
Tower Hamlets

Essex

Basildon

First visit offer

Free taster session

Testimonials

Worker of deen

10 reviews

3 months ago

A very friendly atmosphere. Caters for beginners to advanced ,taught by a very experienced teacher.Nice MMA classes for adults and kids separately. If u want to loose weight and keep fit then this is also a beneficial class as a lot of warm ups and cardio workouts included in your class

Worker of deen

10 Apr 2020

Shelema Begum

6 reviews

7 months ago

My kids thoroughly enjoy the lessons. The Sensei's are very friendly, professional and motivating. My kids look forward to lessons each week. They have learnt so many new skill, not only physical but also mental skills. Highly recommend classes with Al Qawi.

Shelina Begum

10 Apr 2020

My 5 year old attended for almost 6 months but stopped due to covid. Alhamdulillah br Arif is solid with the kids my son really enjoyed the company of the older boys and seemed to enjoy the classes.

Abu Zayd

29 Sep 2020

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59 Reviews

Burhan

04 July 2025

04 July

2025

I really enjoyed my time here — in just a few months, I was able to pick up all the basics and build a strong foundation. The teaching was super clear and helpe...

Waqaas Akhtar

19 December 2024

19 December

2024

I joined Al Qawi just a few months ago as a beginner. The environment is incredibly welcoming and the coaches really take care of you. Would highly recommend (f...

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Amenities

Good for children

Bike parking available

Debit & Credit cards accepted

Free consultation

Debit & Credit Cards accepted

Separate male and female session

Al Qawi Self Defence

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