Self Defence Classes Gold Coast

Self Defence Classes and Private Lessons
Gold Coast

Gold Coast Self-Defence Training

There are two Arakan Martial Art® training options to choose from on the Gold Coast - private lessons and self-defence group classes.

Private Lessons

Private Arakan Martial Art® lessons are without a shadow of a doubt the quickest way to gain real results! We are specialists in private training, with each lesson customised to your desired goals, individual ability, experience, fitness level and energy levels at any given lesson. Our approach helps to maximise the benefits for you!

Private lessons can be taught all over the Gold Coast, seven days a week, at a time and place that suits you. You can read more about our private lessons here

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Self-Defence Group Training Gold Coast

We recommend group training as supplementary to private training. Group training classes help to further develop your technique, fitness and self-defence experience. Group training is available most nights of the week in a variety of locations around the Gold Coast. You can read more about our group classes here

CONTACT US TO FIND YOUR LOCAL CLASS

We are constantly expanding and growing as the number of students and Instructors join our community. Please contact us today to find your nearest location. 

We proudly support and train with the following schools: AB Patterson College, Somerset College, Coomera Anglican College, The Southport School, St Hilda’s, All Saints Anglican College, Miami State High School, Helensvale State School and Broadbeach Primary School just to name a few


What Techniques Will I Learn?

These three instructional videos provide a tiny snippet of some core techniques you will learn during your Arakan Martial Art® training, as well as a demonstration of how these skills can be applied in real-life scenarios.

Remember that the fast, powerful, practical and adaptable street self-defence techniques you will learn, are but one piece of the puzzle, you will also develop a greater sense of empowerment, confidence, focus and awareness, which will have a tremendous effect in your daily life.

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Testimonials

Still not convinced? Don’t just take our word for it! Click the videos below to hear how Arakan Martial Art® is changing the lives of everyday people from a variety of backgrounds and fitness levels.

Self Defence for Men

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We stress ourselves on purpose – to grow.
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That’s exactly what Arakan Martial Art delivers. And it’s one of the most potent, natural ways to upgrade your stress response system – physically, mentally, and emotionally.

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