We have produced a series of training videos to support your training whilst you are in self isolation. To earn class credits simply take part …
Why Does Fitness Help to Promote Better Mental Health? We all know that exercising your body will make you fitter, but not so many of …
How to Combat Stress & Negativity Through Martial Arts Fitness Have you ever thought of martial arts as offering more than just teaching you how …
Shihan’s Self Belief Mindsets Shihan – is a Japanese term that is used in many Japanese martial arts as an honorific title for expert or senior …
Continuing our Life Skills Programme we present our new Intent To Promote Form which will be sent out to parents of our 4-6 and 6-10 …
Dear Students and Parents, At Tring Martial Arts Academy, the health and safety of our members, visitors and staff is our top priority. Here is …
TEENS PERSONAL SAFETY SEMINAR Wednesday 11th March 2020 7pm until 8pm – £5 per person Learn Reality Based Personal Safety & Self Defence in this …
March is Mothers Month at Tring Martial Arts Academy Mothers Month Membership Special Offer As a special thank you to our mums! Free White Uniform …
Monday Kids Martial Arts Re-Launch with Sensei Paula 3rd Dan. Paula is delighted to announce that she has missed teaching our Kids Martial Arts classes …
Tring Martial Arts Academy – Important Dates 2020 / 2021 All dates listed below may be subject to change at short notice. Grading Weeks 2020 …
Winners are people like YOU! They make this world a better place to be…
70% of people who start a new fitness regime, quit! Not you! Make 2020 your best year!
Mistakes are always forgivable, if one has the courage to admit them!
You are confined by the walls you build around yourself.
Inner Peace begins when you choose NOT to allow another person or event to control your emotions.
Respect the training Honour the commitment Cherish the results
Winners are not people who never fail, but people who never quit!
You can have whatever you are prepared to struggle for.
Discipline: Choose what you want now, or what you most want.
DEALING WITH AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOUR Most people never have the experience or knowledge to deal with aggressive behaviour before it happens. As part of our self-defence …
Youth Mental Health First Aid coming to TMA in 2020 As part of our commitment to the health and wellbeing of all our students, Shihan …
Shared courtesy of Mind, the mental health charity – https://www.mind.org.uk/
How to talk to your GP about Mental Health, shared courtesy of Mind, the mental health charity. https://www.mind.org.uk/
Train with Grand Master Zulfi Ahmed 10th Dan and earn your next belt* TMA students have an amazing opportunity to join Shihan Chris, Kyoshi Ken …
New for September 2019 – Lunchtime Fitness Kickboxing at 1pm with Sensei Chris Peck Our 45 minute Fitness Kickboxing classes combine martial art and kickboxing …
In this edition of TMA Role Models we prove that age is no boundary to entering Martial Arts training by getting to know Jim Lawler …
In this edition of TMA Role Models we meet Evangeline Bonham, and interview her about her training. Evangeline is always polite, well-mannered and is a …
On Friday 5th April 2019 Tring Martial Arts Academy based on the Silk Mill Business Park, Tring was presented with the Micro Business of the …
Introducing the Mindbody App!! Track your Workouts with the Mindbody App & FitBit
We are very proud of our Trusted Reputation with these local schools and colleges whom we have worked with extensively since July 2005!
As of 2019 we are proud of our reviews
Instructor Development Programme – Our Industry Leading Instructor Training Programme From Shihan Chris, Chief Instructor, 5th Dan I often hear positive comments from parents and …
Dedicated Leadership from a Martial Arts Professional! My name Christopher Allen; I am the owner and Chief Instructor of Tring Martial Arts Black Belt Academy …
Annual Student SurveyEach year we conduct a survey of our students and parents asking them to assess our training based on Life Skills, Physical Fitness …
Tring Tai Chi & Qi Gong programmes focus on what is known as the “internal” arts and they offer interested students the chance to learn …
Freestyle Martial Arts (Teens & Adults) We teach a Blended System of Martial Arts and have taken the most effective techniques and training methodologies from …
Belt SystemKids Martial Arts (4-6 years)Every student needs to be recognised for their hard work, dedication and progress. In our system this is done by …
As a professional Martial Arts Academy just like a school or university we are judged by the quality of our students at all levels. If …
The 2 men are Edmund Hillary and Tenzing NorgayBy conquering Everest, the beekeeper and the Sherpa affirmed the power of humble determination Imagine setting out …
Frequently Asked Questions about Tring Martial Arts Academy How do I find Tring Martial Arts Academy? Can you give me directions to Tring Martial Arts? …
Tai Chi Fan Form coming soon to Tring Tai Chi with Sifu Catherine Birkinhead Come and Celebrate Chinese New Year with this Tai Chi Kung …
Strive For Greatness – Winners Never Quit, Losers Never Win! #TMAStriveForGreatness
Strive For Greatness – You have to expect things of yourself before you can them! #TMAStriveForGreatness
Strive For Greatness – Never the say never, because limits like fears are often just an illusion #TMAStriveForGreatness
Strive For Greatness – The Harder the Battle, The Sweeter The Victory!! #TMAStriveForGreatness
Strive For Greatness – Make Each Day Your Masterpiece #TMAStriveForGreatness
Strive For Greatness – Do not let what you can’t do interfere with what you can do!! #TMAStriveForFitness
Strive For Greatness – A Champion is someone who gets up when they CAN’T ! #TMAStriveForGreatness
There may be people that have more talent than you but there’s no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do!
Strive For Greatness at Tring Martial Arts Academy
Personal Safety Tips For Men FACT: Men are twice as likely than women to be a victim of a violent attack.TIPS Think about where you …
Very Important Announcement WE ARE NOT IN COMPETITION WITH OTHER MARTIAL ART SCHOOLS!! We are in competition with the issues that directly effect the lives …
You might have heard or seen this a few times on the internet, whilst all of these things may not require “talent” they do require …
I can’t get him to come to class, but he loves it when he is there – an email from a parent. Does your child …
Congratulations Kyoshi Ken Pankiewicz Tring Martial Arts Academy is delighted and honoured to be associated with a true legend in Professional Martial Arts tuition in …
Congratulations to Shihan Chris Allen – Dedication and Commitment to the Martial Arts Industry Award 2018 Massive congratulations to Shihan Chris Allen who was recently presented …
Congratulations Chris Peck – Instructor of the Year 2018 Massive congratulations to Chris Peck, who was recently presented with Instructor of the Year award at …
Congratulations to Sensei Paula Andrews – Programme Director of the Year 2018 Sensei Paula Andrews was recently presented with a top martial arts instructor award …
Why Settling For 2nd Best Is Never an Option Norman Vincent Peale, a noted motivational speaker once said “Aim for the moon and you’ll land …
Introduction Tring Martial Arts Academy LLP (“We”) are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This policy (together with our terms of use www.tringmartialarts.com/terms and any other …
In our latest edition of TMA Role Models we meet Mitch Levine, 1st Dan Black Belt Krav Maga and Assistant Krav Maga Instructor here at Tring Martial Arts Academy. I …
In the latest edition of TMA Role Models we meet Zach Barnard. Name: Zack Barnard Age: 12 Grade/Belt: Cadet Black Belt Approx. date joined: May 2012 1. How did you …
Welcome to our OLD / NEW Martial Arts Academy Tring Martial Arts Black Belt Academy moved from Akeman Street, to the Silk Mill Business Park …
Discipline = Success. Why it is Vital for your Child to Learn Discipline The Definition of DisciplineSelf discipline refers to a person’s ability to control …
Dedication – How Martial Arts Will Help your Child Succeed in Life To succeed in life, you need healthy doses of confidence, discipline and drive …
How Martial Arts Will Improve Your Child’s Confidence Inner confidence plays a massively important part in anyone’s success and happiness and it is crucial that …
This article is an abridged version, the full article can be read in the blog section of our website www.TringMartialArts.com. Great News!!! Your world is …
Ethical Trading Policy (updated 29th April 2021). All our suppliers shall comply with all laws applicable to their business. All our suppliers are expected to …
COPING WITH CHANGE CAN BE A CHALLENGING TIME FOR ANYONE. Coping with change can be a challenging time for anyone. ‘Fear of the unknown’ plays …
Martial arts can be of benefit to those suffering from all manner of illnesses and the same is true of disorders on the autism spectrum. …
MARTIAL ARTS TEACHES, DISCIPLINE, RESPECT AND SELF CONTROL, AMONGST OTHER THINGS, WHICH ARE LIFE SKILLS THAT WILL STAY WITH A STUDENT FOREVER. At Tring Martial …
If you have a young child and are thinking about enrolling them in a martial arts class, you need to know that you are making …
SO, YOU’VE DONE ALL OF YOUR RESEARCH AND YOU HAVE DECIDED THAT MARTIAL ARTS IS THE PERFECT CLASS FOR YOUR CHILD. The next question you …
THE DEFINITION OF DISCIPLINE Self-discipline refers to a person’s ability to control their emotions, desires, impulses and behaviour. At key points in someone’s life, having the strength …
MARTIAL ARTS TRAINING IS A FANTASTIC WAY TO PROVIDE THE BENEFITS OF ORGANISED EXERCISED TO YOUR CHILDREN AND IT CAN BE SUITABLE FOR KIDS AS …
When it comes to physical and mental well being, there are no more beneficial physical activities for children than martial arts classes. So, it will …
ALL CHILDREN REQUIRE STRUCTURE, ROUTINE AND DISCIPLINE TO LEAD A HAPPY, BALANCED LIFE AND WHEN ALL OF THESE THINGS ARE PRESENT, THEY THRIVE. THESE ARE …
At Tring Martial Arts, our classes teach a number of things to our students. They teach, focus, discipline, and respect and we believe, the latter …
Inner confidence plays a massively important part in anyone’s success and happiness and it is crucial that children are given the room to develop theirs from an …
The unfortunate fact of life is that sometimes you may need to protect yourself or your family from an external threat. Women can be particularly …
Children learn and grow in stages, some children either accelerate compared to their peers, or are growing at a slower pace than normal, therefore it …
Children learn and grow in stages, some children either accelerate compared to their peers, or are growing at a slower pace than normal, therefore it …
We’ve all seen the headlines about the mental health crisis with our young people. But what does it really mean for teenagers growing up in …
…..doesn’t exist. Sadly there is no one size fits all method, technique or combination of techniques that you can learn to defend yourself. No, regretfully …
Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones lose their strength and become fragile, it is most common in older adults but can occur at …
In the fitness world there are too many statements thrown around about how to lose the most fat or how to get abs the quickest …
Being a morning person to those who are not can seem near on impossible. However, getting up early can make you feel amazing. You have …
Nestled in the heart of Tring we are located on the Silk Mill Business Park in our Grade 2 listed building which provides an exclusive …
Since we opened a decade ago we have come to realise that we don’t just teach martial art lessons, in fact this is what our …
We offer: 4 weeks of Kids Martial Arts Classes for Only £49.00 – Includes FREE Uniform! (£99 value!) 4 weeks of Adult Martial Arts Classes …
Our friendly, professional staff goes through a rigorous certification programme to ensure the highest quality of instruction and customer service. Our programmes and their content …
Did you know:We offer multiple programmes for you to take advantage of, including: Krav Maga, Freestyle Martial Arts, Kids Martial Arts, Personal 1-1 training, Injury …
We have awesome specials going on right now at Tring Martial Arts! We offer: 4 weeks of Kids Martial Arts Classes for Only £49.00 – Includes FREE Uniform! (£99 …
How Martial Arts Help Develop Honesty By Christopher Allen, Chief Instructor When your child starts to learn martial arts, alongside physical development such as improved co-ordination …
My Work Experience at TMA by Reece Ellis (14) 1) List 10 reasons why to train at TMA?One reasons to train at TMA is that …
Honouring Your Dojo: Becoming a TMA Ambassador Dojo is a Japanese word which means “place of the way” and it is the name given to …
Giving and Receiving Respect From the moment your child enters the world of martial arts, they will be treated with respect. Your child will quickly learn …
Using Martial Arts to Develop Discipline Learning a martial art takes a great deal of physical and mental discipline. Discipline doesn’t just involve doing what other people tell …
Martial Arts: A Strategy for Developing Self Belief Learning a martial art will help your child to develop their sense of self belief. Martial arts teaches your …
The Importance of Family Team Work Once your child is enrolled in a martial arts class, the instructors will help them understand how important family unity is, and will …
If you’re thinking of getting your child involved in a sport or pastime that not only offers fitness and discipline but is also a lot of …
In another edition of TMA Role Models we meet Cadet Black Belt Charlie Hindle and learn more about him and his motivations for learning martial …
In another edition of TMA Role Models we meet Victoria Frost (pictured above standing between Amanda and Laura both Black Belt students). 1. How old …
Martial Arts Begins and Ends With Respect From this basic premise, we develop your child’s awareness and skills in three primary areas – Respect, Discipline …
Why Martial Arts is a Great Lifestyle Choice for Your Kids If you’re thinking of getting your child involved in a sport or pastime that …
This very common small injury / ache occurs to both seasoned martial artists and beginners alike, but that shouldn’t put you off! Simple stretching and …
In this edition of TMA Role Models we meet Sam Fraquelli, who travels from Harpenden (about 40 minutes away) every weekend to train at TMA. …
Kid Fitness Tip #1: Limit screen time. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that kids get no more than one to two hours of screen …
In this edition of TMA Role Models we meet Glenn Tanner, and interview him about how martial arts has helped his school and university life, …
Children Live what they learn. At home, school and out in the community, children are exposed to many different life changing scenarios. Some are filtered …
Anyone who has ever lifted a cage fitness bag or attended a kickboxing class at Tring Martial Arts Academy is familiar with the soreness and …
In this edition of TMA Role Models we meet Daniel Simmons, and interview him about how martial arts has given him the confidence to interact …
In this edition of TMA Role Models we meet Thomas Hurley, and interview him about how martial arts has given him the confidence to teach …
In this edition of TMA Role Models we meet Lydia Coyne, and interview her about her path through training and how she gained confidence and …
Learn more about our TMA Role Models – this time we interview Jenni Cannon on achieving her 2nd Dan Black Belt, leaving home and accepting …
In this edition of TMA Role Models we meet Jess Millard, and find out more about why she took up martial arts and how it …
With a bloodcurdling cry, your 6-year-old leaps into the air with a jumping front kick, raising your hair and blood pressure simultaneously. Before you panic …
Setting goals for your physical exercise can be tricky. If the goals are too easy, you will lose interest and motivation very quickly. If they …
Please share these tips with your children and review them often. Children learn through role play so have fun and be creative. Stranger Awareness and …
No school will admit to having a bullying problem, but we know it happens. Since 2005, Tring Martial Arts has been working with the after …
Our student creed defines our role in our community and how everything is organised here at TMA. Its our ethos and what we stand for, …
TRING MARTIAL ARTS BLACK BELT ACADEMY MISSION STATEMENT Tring Martial Arts Academy’s mission is to provide realistic and effective self-defence for today’s society to all …
Self Defence IS NOT a hobby I was prompted to write this blog today as a result of recent chats with a couple of parents …
WHY DO IT? Overview I saw an advert recently for Street Rugby, I’ve never heard of it before and it made me think that nowadays …
Excerpted from Dave Kovar’s Book – “A Dad’s Toolbox for Better Parenting” Two KidsThe benefits of enrolling your child in a martial arts program extend …
For you to consider training in martial arts there have to be some serious, long-lasting benefits, right? Well, here seven:- Let’s start with the most …
For you to consider training in martial arts there have to be some serious, long-lasting benefits, right? Mental Benefits Although the physical benefits of doing …
For you to consider training in martial arts there have to be some serious, long-lasting benefits, right? Well, here they are. Social Benefits When you …
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A blog by Christopher Allen, Founder of Tring Martial Arts Academy, 14th January 2022 I was speaking on the telephone recently to a parent of a …
Simple Ways To Avoid Becoming a Victim of Bullying and What To Do If You Are Bullying Others
TMA Announcement on 10th December 2021 Further to the government announcement ALL classes remain as normal but all members and spectators must adhere to the following …
We are delighted to welcome back Victoria Frost who re-joins the Instruction Team at Tring Martial Arts Academy. Victoria earned her 2nd Dan Black Belt …
Dear Students and Parents I am delighted to inform you that our very own Sensei Chris Peck will be promoted to the rank of Chief …
Written by Christopher Allen, Owner & Founder of Tring Martial Arts Academy. Anger is a normal and useful emotion. It can tell children when things …
Written by Christopher Allen, Owner and Founder of Tring Martial Arts Academy. As a professional martial arts instructor with 15+ years of experience of teaching …
Dear Parents We cannot wait to see our parents returning to watch classes and we are delighted to announce that from 19th July, the viewing …
The Five Core Beliefs. The five core beliefs that have shaped TMA since its inception are:- 1. We are the friendliest place in town Visitors …
Changes to Terms & Conditions of Membership Effective 21st June 2021 We take our students’ goals seriously, never forgetting that your goals are of the …
Written by Christopher Allen, Founder of Tring Martial Arts Academy 8th April 2021. 1. Set BIG GoalsThat’s right, set big goals. That’s what we do …
Winning Combos Designers will win a Pair Of Pro Boxing Gloves worth £50 The winning combo will be recorded in our curriculum and it will …
Age is No Longer a Barrier to the Physical Achievement of Wearing a Black Belt “I’m too old for martial arts” is something that we …
Why Martial Arts Are Great For Supporting Adult Mental Health There’s a lot going on in the world right now, with people’s livelihoods, safety and …
Why Martial Arts Are Great for Your Child’s Mental Health The current generation of young people are having to deal with things that none of …
In our first lockdown, we migrated quickly to online classes and many of our VIP’s (Very Involved Parents) came back with lots of great suggestions …
Latest Announcement – No Change To TMA Following on from the announcement by the Prime Minister these latest lockdown measures DO NOT appear to impact …
Here is a selection of video and written reviews from our members about the online classes we have operated during the COVID19 Pandemic Lockdown.
Slow Internet Speeds When Joining Our Classes? A number of our members have reported to us that when they join our classes that they are …
I think it is pretty unfair to label the fatigue endured by almost everyone who has been forced to use the various video conferencing products …
Rewarding Hard Work & Dedication of our Members Recently Team TMA hand delivered belts to each and every student who have been training and testing …
Updated FAQ’s May 2020 1. How do I access Virtual Classes and Online Content? Facebook Groups There are two methods for accessing our classes and online …
Shihan’s Self Belief Mindsets Shihan – is a Japanese term that is used in many Japanese martial arts as an honorific title for expert or senior …
Shihan’s Self Belief Mindsets Shihan – is a Japanese term that is used in many Japanese martial arts as an honorific title for expert or senior …
Shihan’s Self Belief Mindsets Shihan – is a Japanese term that is used in many Japanese martial arts as an honorific title for expert or senior …
Dear Members We are thrilled that so many of our members are taking such an active role in our classes and joining in with the …
NEXT WEEK IS BUDDY WEEKInvite up to 3 friends (of family members to join you in class next week).ALL friends must be registered, via the …
Simultaneous Facebook Live & Zoom Classes We understand that some of our members aren’t comfortable with the live interaction of our Zoom Classes therefore we …
3 Years Worth of New Black Belt Curriculum Tring Martial Arts Academy is thrilled to announce that during this lock down Sensei Chris and Shihan …
Virtual Testing will take place this week – remember that you will need to attend a physical testing week once we return to regular classes …
Virtual Classes FAQ Background In January 2020, we launched our Online University where we envisaged students being able to access pre-recorded instructional videos on each …
Burpee Challenge – Starting Monday 6th April 2020 – All classes (except 4-6yrs) We are running an (optional) Burpee Challenge next week in all our …
TMA Life Skill #2 – Leaders Are Readers – Harry S. TrumanHarry S. Truman said, “not all readers are leaders, but all leaders are readers.” …
Shihan Chris Allen of Tring Martial Arts Academy is looking forward to discussing Internal Marketing Strategies for Martial Art School Owners in his 3rd seminar …
Shihan Chris Allen has been invited to speak at the UK Martial Arts Summit 2020 being held in Leamington Spa on 14th and 15th March …
Shihan Chris Allen from Tring Martial Arts Academy will be speaking at the EFC UK Martial Arts School Owner Summit again this year. In the …
Tring Martial Arts Academy remains committed to the health and wellbeing of its members, parents and staff therefore we encourage all visitors to follow Public …
Every January and February, a super-contagious disease spreads called “quit-itis” through Martial Arts schools across the country. Whether the school teaches 50 students, or 500 …
15 Year Anniversary Zipped Hooded SweatshirtLimited Edition – All sizes available for pre-order Help celebrate our 15th Anniversary by wearing our Red Zipped Hooded Sweatshirt …
Members Only Social Event 10 Pin Bowling – Sat 14th March 7pm£15 per person – book no later than Friday 28th February 2020 Max 20 …
Mums of our amazing members, as a token of appreciation and gratitude for your support of your child in our classes we would like to …
Ladies Only Personal Safety and Self Defence Seminar at Tring Martial Arts Academy – Weds 12th February 2020 7pm until 8pm – Open to the …
Grand Master Zulfi Ahmed Returns to Tring Martial Arts Academy We are excited to announce that Grand Master Zulfi Ahmed 10th Dan will be returning …
SWAT Special Winning Attitude Team Registrations Now Open S.W.A.T is our very own life skills home-work book which consists of 12 activities to be completed …
Junior Leadership Programme – Registrations Open Our Junior Leadership Programme is an optional extension of our already successful and well-subscribed Instructor Development Programme for Teens …
You didn’t start your study of the martial arts to “go through the motions” of it all, did you? Of course you didn’t, but look …
Is martial arts dangerous? Well at Tring Martial Arts Academy thanks to our highly trained instructors and strict adherance to our safety rules the only …
5 Rules of Anti-Bullying Use your mind Use your words Use your legs Ask for help Defend yourself 1. Use Your Mind I want you …
The following is based on a series of presentations I have made during Anti Bullying talks mainly in schools, some of whom acknowledge they have …
Never be afraid to try something new, boredom sucks!
The Meaning of Oss! Everything that we do within the dojo has meaning and consequence, nothing is left to chance and everything is planned out …
Good luck to all our Black Belt Candidates testing for Black Belt and 1st & 2nd Dan on Saturday 23rd November 2019!! Connect with me …
Our Open House event took place on Wednesday 13th November 2019 and attracted 10 new people who joined up to train in our Tai Chi …
Festive Closure Dates for Tring Martial Arts Academy Sat 21st December 2019 – Last Training Day Monday 6th January 2020 – All Classes Return to …
Well, here it is our 15 Year Anniversary Logo for 2020! 15 Years of Professional Martial Arts, Fitness and Lifeskills in Tring! Connect with me …
SELF DEFENCE TIPS FOR WOMEN 1. React Immediately 2. Resist 3. Avoid Crime Scene #2 4. Never Give Up Crime scene #2 is the where …
MARTIAL ARTS LESSONS…IT’S NOT ABOUT VIOLENCE Just the other day a parent asked me if she asked “Do I think that Martial Arts classes promote …
MARTIAL ARTS PHILOSOPHY The Philosophy Behind the Martial Arts * One of the most priceless gifts of martial arts practice is to get to know …
ADRENALINE FRIEND OR FOE I love the work of Rory Miller, the author of “Mediations on Violence” , in my opinion the best Martial Arts/Real …
Kickboxing Bag Workouts At Tring Martial Arts we use kickboxing bags, also known as heavy bags, to develop our skills and power. Kickboxing bags, like …
The Benefits Of Martial Arts at Tring Martial Arts Academy OverviewI saw an advert recently for Street Rugby, I’ve never heard of it before and …
When you train for your next belt, whether in class or in private tuition, you’re sure to meet fellow martial artists along the way. You’ll …
Although the physical benefits of doing martial arts are thrilling, the mental rewards you stand to reap are even greater, because they are truly timeless. …
1. You Will Lose WeightThe first thing that you’ll probably notice as a martial artist in training is that your clothes will become too big. …
Halls for Hire Our incredible Training Halls are now available for hire by Fitness Professionals or Personal Trainers either for small group fitness classes or …
Beginners Open House Seminar – Wednesday 13th November 2019 7pm until 9pm
What is Qigong? According to: Tai Chi Society What is Qigong?Qigong literally means “life energy work” — a way of working with the life energy. It …
What is Tai Chi According to Tai Chi Society What is Tai Chi?Tai Chi is also a healing art that originated in China more than two …
Shared with courtesy of Mind, the mental health charity. https://www.mind.org.uk/
5 GCSE REVISION TIPSExams are part of your school life here are 5 tips to revise for GCSE’s. These are also good tips for any …
On Monday 2nd September 2019 Phoebe Henry joined us for a Work Shadowing Day in the TMA office. As part of her day we asked …
The first few sentences of this blog article are going to make me sound like an old man, just like my dad used to criticise …
That’s right, as part of our relaunch of our daytime fitness classes we have an incredible offer for all Members and Parents of TMA, a …
New Ultrafit Classes Launching on Monday 2nd September 2019 From Monday 2nd September 2019 we are relaunching our Ultrafit classes to cater for the many …
World Health Qigong Day – Saturday 14th September 2019 On Saturday 14th September we are celebrating World Health Qigong Day with a special free Qigong …
Changes to Terms & Conditions of Membership Effective 1st September 2019 We take our students’ goals seriously, never forgetting that your goals are of the upmost …
Tring School Kickboxing Classes back again in September 2019 We are proud to announce that Tring School has re-engaged Tring Martial Arts Academy to provide …
Egerton Rothesay School x2 their training at TMA! We are proud to announce that from September 2019 Egerton Rothesay School from Berkhamsted have confirmed they …
Martial Art Belt Colour Changes Due to problems in regular supply of our advanced grade martial art belts we have switched over to a new …
Summer Uniform Clearance Sale ends 20th July 2019 Pick up an order form in reception
Dojo Rules for Training in Summer Heat 1. Bring a bottle of water! 2. Wear Summer Uniform or Just Gi Trousers and T-Shirt 3. Work to 50% of …
Come and meet the TMA Team by visiting our stall at D1 & D2 from 12pm FREE Taster Sessions Available in our area, first come, …
1. Intelligence 2. Reaction 3. Confidence 4. Determination 5. Mental Agility 6. Concentration 1. Intelligence We train our students to use their intelligence, to outwit …
TMA ROLE MODELS In this edition of TMA Role Models we meet Tring’s very own Town Crier, Steve Berry who has been training at Tring …
Now available for booking – our very popular Martial Art Day Camps: Monday 29th July 2019 & Monday 12th August 2019 10am until 4pm – …
Our Kids Martial Arts Programme is a safe, non-contact martial arts class designed for children aged between 4 and 12 years of age which will …
Since we opened in 2005 we have recognised that our students need visual reinforcement of their progression, which is why you will notice students with …
How we teach our Curriculum We teach our curriculum using a system known as a ‘Rotating Curriculum’. This is a term used to describe a …
Tai Chi Fan Form now available to learn via our upcoming course at Tring Tai Chi – Book Here
Strive For Greatness – Nobody who gave their best is easily defeated
Strive For Greatness at Tring Martial Arts Academy
1. Jim Rohn “Formal education will make you a living; self education will make you a fortune.” 2. Henry Ford “Paying attention to simple little …
Strive For Greatness – Our Training Theme for 2019! Introducing our new Training Theme for 2019!! Strive For Greatness “Striving for Greatness doesn’t mean striving …
Tring Martial Arts Student Membership App launching soon!! We are delighted to announce that we are now in the final stages of developing our very …
Mobile Phone Addiction – kids According to an article published on the website Psychology Today claimed that “ 1,024 parents with children younger than 18, …
Congratulations to our successful Black Belt Candidates who passed in November 2018. From left Ian – Black Belt 3rd Dan Phil – Black Belt 1st …
“Earning your Black Belt means that you are striving to become a Champion in the martial arts, at home and at school. Commit to becoming …
What is true self-defence? True self-defence is not just defending yourself against bad situation but also against poor health, a bad attitude and negative thoughts …
Black Belt Oath. I accept with honour and privilege, the Black Belt in Martial Arts, and hereby swear to uphold the standards of honesty, courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control and …
What does it mean to be a Black Belt? Being a Black Belt means different things to different people. Generally speaking being a Black Belt …
The Black Belt Oath is recited at the presentation of Black Belts at our Graduation Ceremony. The photo is of our latest successful Black Belt …
Give the Gift of Martial Arts this Christmas Purchase our 4 Week Starter Programme which includes:- 4 Weeks of Unlimited Training Free White Uniform with …
Grand Master Zulfi Ahmed 10th Dan Black Belt will visit Tring Martial Arts Academy on Thursday 31st January 2019 to hold some special Personal Safety Seminars. …
We are proud to announce that our Chief Instructor and Founder Christopher Allen earned his 5th Dan Black Belt under Kyoshi Ken Pankiewicz of Kickfit …
Mark Twain once said that if the first thing you do each morning is to eat a live frog, you can go through the day …
Since we opened in July 2005 (13 years ago at the time of writing this article) many people have misconceptions about what would be required …
According to an article in the Daily Mail “Britain has the worst work-life balance in western Europe, research has revealed. A study has found that …
Dear Mum / Dad Thank you for enrolling me with Tring Martial Arts Academy. I loved studying and practicing Martial Arts The training I have received …
10 Ways to Defeat a Bully Without Fighting 1. Make Friends: Treat the bully as a friend instead of an enemy, try to make friends …
According to http://workplaceinsight.net/office-workers-have-substantially-higher-rate-of-obesity-than-national-average/ Obesity rates among office workers are substantially higher than other workers, a new report claims. Recent figures have revealed that 63 percent (NOO.org) …
At Tring Martial Arts Academy you can leave the entertaining to us! Each Birthday Party is designed to not only be fun, but also organised. …
Face Bullying With ConfidenceOriginally written on our sister site http://www.tringantibullying.co.uk on May 28th, 2012Here are some practices you can work on with the young people in your …
Readers Are Leaders In the modern world, there’s so much to distract children, in fact almost everything that we’re presented with via the TV and …
Repetition, the Mother of All Skill Martial arts can be broken to down into a series of simple moves. So you can look at what …
The Power of Routine in Martial arts If you already practice martial arts, you will already have an insight into exactly how much the routine it …
Children learn and grow in stages, some children either accelerate compared to their peers, or are growing at a slower pace than normal, therefore it …
Children learn and grow in stages, some children either accelerate compared to their peers, or are growing at a slower pace than normal, therefore it …
Children learn and grow in stages, some children either accelerate compared to their peers, or are growing at a slower pace than normal, therefore it …
Children learn and grow in stages, some children either accelerate compared to their peers, or are growing at a slower pace than normal, therefore it …
A parents guide to Physical Education of 4 to 6 year old Children at Tring Martial Arts Academy Children learn and grow in stages, some …
tness And Self Defence – The Perfect Combination at Tring Martial Arts Academy Did you know: We offer multiple programmes for you to take advantage …
10 Reasons why you should select Tring Martial Arts Academy:- Our friendly, professional staff goes through a rigorous certification programme to ensure the highest quality …
Learning to show Gratitude is a key part of training in the Martial Arts If there is one thing that children can sometimes lack it is …
1. How old were you when you started training and why did you choose Martial Arts? I was 10 when I first started, I was …
In today’s world children are faced by numerous challenges and problems such as Childhood Obesity, Lack of Physical Exercise, Getting Bullied and Anti-Social Behaviour. Often …
If like most parents you tell your children never to talk to strangers, what happens if they end up isolated, perhaps in a shopping centre, …
Beware Well Intentioned Advice, by Christopher Allen. About 6 months ago, I started to learn Clay Pigeon Shooting which is a complete opposite to martial …
Once again we interview another of our TMA Role Models, this time we meet Paula Andrews. Paula is an adult student, 2nd dan Black Belt …
Welcome to another edition of TMA Role Models, this time we interview Ian Connor, one of our adult black belt students and find out why …
Welcome to another edition of TMA Role Models this time with our very popular Instructor Sensei Laura Hobson. Sensei Laura has worked exceptionally hard to …
Welcome to another edition of TMA Role Models, this time we interview Alexandra (Lexi) Frost and find out why she continued to train in martial …
Every year, around September or October we lose some teenagers from our martial art programmes to the lure of the gym. The usual explanation is …
All kids need to eat balanced meals and have a healthy diet. But should that balance change for kids who play on a sports team …
I find myself bullying others, how do I stop? Admit to yourself that you are a bully The first step in stopping bullying is admitting …
Sometimes the most frequent form of bullying can be nasty messages through social media, texts or emails. If you are receiving nasty or threatening texts …
As teenagers progress through secondary school, their social groups expand, which often means getting involved with new people. In some cases, under the right influence, …
Being light on your feet and being able to react quickly and dynamically is key in martial arts training like Kickboxing or Krav Maga. These …
Everyone likes a bag of crisps for a snack when youre hungry. But getting the most out of your Kickboxing or Krav Maga classes at …
Tips for our awesome Martial Art Students! 1. Eat a healthy breakfast every day (and a healthy lunch and dinner too)! 2. Eye’s on who? …
Many people undertake ongoing martial arts and self-defence training to get into shape… often specifically to lose weight (excess body fat) and regain a lean …
The Fourth Rule of Street Defence: Keep It Simple! Posted by Christopher Allen ©Tring Martial Arts Academy LLP Under extreme stress, any technique that involves …
TRUTH NUMBER 2 – Hit Them First One of the best forms of pre-emptive striking is the power slap. Im not talking about the type …
TRUTH NUMBER 1 – THERE ARE NO RULES ON THE STREET! There are no rules on the street. Your attacker wont hesitate to hurt you, …
Children Live what they learn. At home, school and out in the community, children are exposed to many different life changing scenarios. Some are filtered …
This post was first written on January 2013 on our blog Hertfordshire Personal Safety, but given the time of year I thought it would be …
The Top 5 Misconceptions about Martial Arts Every week my team and I sit down on a Monday morning and discuss what happened the previous …
HOME ALONE. Create rules that must be followed when your child is left home alone. Write them out and put them up. Go over situations …
As parents, we do everything we can to protect our children from harm and to provide them with the skills they need to be healthy, …
With a bloodcurdling cry, your 6-year-old leaps into the air with a jumping front kick, raising your hair and blood pressure simultaneously. Before you panic …
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