Start Your Martial Arts Journey

Join beginner-friendly karate classes in Norwich for children, teens, and adults in a welcoming and supportive environment.

What To Expect

  • Friendly welcome from our instructors
  • No experience needed
  • Comfortable beginner pace
  • Safe and supportive training environment
  • Opportunity to ask questions before joining

Classes for All Ages

  • First Steps (3–6 Years)
  • Junior Karate Classes
  • Teen & Adult Classes
  • Family Karate Classes
  • Personal Tuition

Whether you are completely new to karate or returning to training, our classes are suitable for all experience levels.

What Should I Wear?

Comfortable sports clothing is perfect for your first class. There is no need to purchase a karate uniform before attending your trial session.

Uniform & Equipment

Once you decide to join, students will need a Martial Arts East karate uniform (Gi), which includes a white belt and club logo. The club logo is compulsory for gradings, club events, and official activities.

As students progress, additional protective equipment is introduced:

  • White Belt: Gi, white belt & gum shield
  • Orange Belt onwards: Sparring mitts

These items are part of our PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) policy and help keep training safe during partner work and sparring. Equipment can be ordered through the club, and your instructor will advise when each item is needed.

What Our Students Say

★★★★★

"“If I could give more than 5 stars I would. I highly recommend Martial Arts East. Both my young children attend. My youngest thoroughly enjoys it and asks every day if she can go again. My son lacks confidence, but Danny has been amazing and quickly helped him come out of his shell and start joining in. Now he can’t wait for the next class.”"

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Katie
Parent
★★★★★

"“I took my stepson, who is 7 and has autism and ADHD. He has now attended every week for 4 weeks and enjoys every second of the class. It also seems to be helping his behaviour at home and at school. Danny and Stuart are both brilliant teachers. I highly recommend Martial Arts East to anyone thinking about getting into karate or enrolling their child.”"

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Harry
Parent
★★★★★

"“My daughter and son started training with Danny at Martial Arts East approximately 4 years ago. Watching them work hard and progress through their belts has been, and still is, a real pleasure. After around 30 years away from the dojo, I decided to join myself and completed an adult beginner class, which was fantastic. One year later, karate has become a big and enjoyable part of my life. I can’t thank Danny, his team, and my peers enough for their support over the last twelve months. It’s an amazing club and I can’t recommend it highly enough.”"

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Mark
Parent

Membership Options 

Membership Options
We offer flexible training options for children, teens, adults, and families.

  • 4-session training options: £28 (ages 3–6) or £33 (ages 6+, Junior & Adult)
  • Monthly memberships: £35/month (ages 3–6) or £43/month (ages 6+, Junior & Adult)
  • Family discounts available for 3 or more family members training together (discount applies to the 3rd and subsequent members)

View Membership Options on LegitFit

An annual membership and insurance fee applies to all students. This is arranged separately from the Legit booking system. Once you have registered, a member of the club will contact you directly to arrange your membership and insurance.

No — beginners are always welcome.
Yes, parents and visitors are welcome to watch classes.
Yes, we offer a free trial session for new students.
No, comfortable sports clothing is perfect for your first class.
Costs vary by membership type — we offer 4-session options, monthly memberships, and family discounts for 3+ family members training together. Book your free trial and we'll talk you through pricing with no obligation to join.
There's no long-term contract. You're committed to your current payment block — either your 4-session pass or your current month, depending on which you've chosen — but you're free to cancel or not renew for the next one at any time.
Completely normal, and very common. Our instructors are experienced at helping nervous or reserved children settle in at their own pace, in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
Yes. Our instructors have SEN awareness as part of their ongoing training, and we welcome students of all abilities. If your child has specific additional needs, we're happy to talk it through before your trial so we can make sure the class is a good fit.

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