Phoenix SMA – Bishops Waltham (Freestyle TaeKwonDo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu) is a martial arts club and fitness centre located in Southampton, New Zealand. They offer a range of classes in Freestyle TaeKwonDo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, catering to all ages and skill levels.
Their Freestyle TaeKwonDo classes are available seven days a week across various locations including Hamble, Locks Heath, Sarisbury Green, and Bishops Waltham. The classes are open to individuals aged 3 and above and focus on forms (patterns), sparring, basic self-defence, and board breaking. While their syllabus is based on the Chang Hon Style of TaeKwonDo, the club remains independent from TKD specific governing bodies.
In addition to TaeKwonDo, Phoenix SMA also offers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes. Their BJJ team is affiliated with Paraestra UK and adopts an open-minded approach to training. These classes are available to individuals aged 5 and above and are held at the Hamble, Bishops Waltham, and Sarisbury Green locations.
Phoenix SMA was founded in 2012 with just Freestyle TaeKwonDo classes being offered in Hamble and the surrounding area. Over the years, the club has grown significantly and now has over 300 members across four venues and four After School Clubs. In 2017, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes were introduced and quickly gained popularity among members.
The club takes pride in its open-minded approach to teaching and training martial arts, which allows them to network and collaborate with various schools and organisations. Some of their direct associations and affiliations include the Cobra Martial Arts Association, Basingstoke School of Martial Arts, Ippon Gym in Bournemouth, Reading Taekwondo Academy, and Martial Arts Communications (Paraestra UK).
Phoenix SMA also organises annual events like their Summer Camp, providing an opportunity for members to further their martial arts skills in a supportive and engaging environment.
To learn more about Phoenix SMA – Bishops Waltham (Freestyle TaeKwonDo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu), individuals can visit their website or contact them directly. They can also book a free first lesson by calling 07877 754 578.