South West Martial Art and Wellbeing Show

South West Martial Art and Wellbeing Show Saturday 26th September 2026 the show returns to Thornbury Leisure Centre for another epic show

Onto the mats at the show for the first time for us is Jessica Jones and Helen Kidman Helen Kidman (She Stands Stronger ...
12/09/2026

Onto the mats at the show for the first time for us is Jessica Jones and Helen Kidman

Helen Kidman (She Stands Stronger Self Protection) and Jessica Jones (Amazonia School of Self Protection) lead a focused workshop on women’s self-protection, including ground defences and key target work. Ages 14+, open to all.

Another instructor back to the matsMatt Hudd — Silat Fitrah: A Life Art Matt Hudd shares Silat Fitrah, a Malaysian marti...
10/09/2026

Another instructor back to the mats

Matt Hudd — Silat Fitrah: A Life Art
Matt Hudd shares Silat Fitrah, a Malaysian martial art with a deep blend of movement, weapons, multiple-opponent concepts, and personal development. 12 years plus

Another instructor coming back to the mats this year Ian Gauldie — The Art of the Blade (Ages 16+)The Art of the Blade e...
10/09/2026

Another instructor coming back to the mats this year

Ian Gauldie — The Art of the Blade (Ages 16+)

The Art of the Blade explores edged-weapon training with Ian Gauldie, focusing on awareness, movement, and practical principles.

(Hint you get a free gift when taking part)

Another instructor that needs no introduction Kevin O’Hagan (8th Dan) — Combative Ground FightingWith 50 years of experi...
09/09/2026

Another instructor that needs no introduction

Kevin O’Hagan (8th Dan) — Combative Ground Fighting

With 50 years of experience, Kevin O’Hagan (8th Dan) delivers a hard-hitting but structured session covering combative ground fighting — including strikes, chokes, cranks, and locks. 16 years plus

09/09/2026

22 workshops - epic

Another awesome instructor sharing his knowledge at the showMatt will be showcasing his Modern Street systems blending t...
09/09/2026

Another awesome instructor sharing his knowledge at the show

Matt will be showcasing his Modern Street systems blending traditional with the real world. With 40 years of training experience in many various disciplines combined with years of front line work as a bouncer, bodyguard, and security trainer this is a no nonsense approach to making if functional and fun.

The dynamic dual will be on the mats together Joe Andrews & Greg Lynham — Applied Karate: Finish the Fight (Ages 8+)A pr...
09/09/2026

The dynamic dual will be on the mats together

Joe Andrews & Greg Lynham — Applied Karate: Finish the Fight (Ages 8+)

A practical karate session focused on decisive action and effective application. Applied Karate: Finish the Fight (Ages 8+) brings together Joe Andrews and Greg Lynham for a workshop built around clarity, intent, and finishing decisively.

Another amazing workshop and first for the show this yearJoe Andrews & Rob Godfrey — Sumo (All ages)A first for the show...
09/09/2026

Another amazing workshop and first for the show this year

Joe Andrews & Rob Godfrey — Sumo (All ages)
A first for the show — Sumo is coming to Thornbury. Joe Andrews and Rob Godfrey will guide you through the fundamentals in a fun, accessible session suitable for all ages.

Onto the next awesome instructorJoe Hallett — Tricks, Kicks and Flips / Creative Nunchaku Known for his acrobatic skill,...
09/09/2026

Onto the next awesome instructor

Joe Hallett — Tricks, Kicks and Flips / Creative
Nunchaku

Known for his acrobatic skill, martial arts tricking, and weapons expertise (especially nunchaku), Joe Hallett is bringing two exclusive sessions to the show: Tricks, Kicks and Flips and Creative Nunchaku. Ages 10+.

Onto another amazing instructor willing to give up his Saturday to share his skills Adam Davey — IKF-CQB Knife Defence A...
09/09/2026

Onto another amazing instructor willing to give up his Saturday to share his skills

Adam Davey — IKF-CQB Knife Defence

Adam Davey is an International Kapap Federation (IKF) instructor with 15+ years of Krav Maga, 8+ years as an IKF instructor, and 25+ years of combatives and martial arts experience.

In this workshop, Adam will be teaching IKF-CQB knife defence protocols — focusing on practical principles, awareness, and decision-making under pressure, with clear coaching on safe training and realistic application. Ages 10+.

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