Here’s where to learn martial arts in Hong Kong, including women’s self-defence classes, taekwondo, Wing Chun kung fu, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, judo and more.
Why go for a martial arts class in Hong Kong? Martial arts and self-defence classes teach you new skills, provide a full-body workout and give you the confidence and strength to protect yourself. While we love a good pilates or yoga session or something high-intensity like CrossFit or dance — it’s important to know how to defend yourself, a valuable skill (for all genders!) that is also a lot of fun to learn. Ahead we’ve rounded up a few styles of self-defence and martial arts including judo, taekwondo, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Wing Chun kung fu and more…
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IWKA Kung Fu Hong Kong — Wing Chun and Taiji kung fu, tai chi
Whether you’re looking to learn how to defend yourself, improve your fitness or simply master a new art — IWKA Kung Fu’s beginner martial arts course for adults is a fun and effective option. Learn kung fu, specifically the Wing Chun and Taiji styles, alongside tai chi and chi gong.
IWKA Kung Fu Hong Kong, Unit 2B, 2/F, Kam Hong Building, 285 Des Voeux Road Central, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong. 2851 7755, www.kungfuhongkong.com.hk
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Cheung Do Kwan Korea Taekwondo — Taekwondo school in Hong Kong
Although taekwondo has earned a reputation for being a competitive sport, this martial art was originally developed for self-defence. Characterised by punching and kicking, it’s great for blocking and defending blows. One of the oldest Korean martial arts schools in Hong Kong, Cheung Do Kwan’s for-adults program will give you a detailed explanation of taekwondo skills and concepts while you get a cardiovascular and strength workout in!
Korea Taekwondo Cheung Do Kwan (STT), various class locations across Hong Kong, 6145 1614, WhatsApp: 9663 8077, www.hongkongtaekwondo.com
Espada Studio — Brazilian jiu-jitsu, MMA and muay Thai plus women’s only courses
Martial art Brazilian jiu-jitsu is a great form of self-defence as it focuses on grappling and ground fighting, both of which are real-life situations if you’re ever attacked. Espada Studio specialises in BJJ and MMA and even offers women-only courses.
Espada Studio, 4/F, So Hong Commercial Building, 41-47 Jervois Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, 2885 1922, espada.hk
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GSF Academy — Brazilian jiu-jitsu, boxing, muay Thai and self-defence
Standing for grappling, striking and fitness, GSF Academy is one of the largest Brazilian jiu-jitsu, self-defence and martial arts schools on the Island. Classes are taught by professional trainers with more than 10 years of coaching experience and include Brazilian jiu-jitsu, boxing, muay Thai, self-defence and even yoga!
GSF Academy, Unit 1002-03, 10/F, Tung Chai Building, 86-90 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong, 3997 3547, WhatsApp: 6399 4595, www.gsfacademy.com
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Heng Yue Yen Long Kwon — Heng Yue Yen Long Kwon modern kung fu in Hong Kong
A modern Chinese martial art based on traditional Chinese kung fu, Heng Yue Yen Long Kwon is a boxing-like art that pulls traditional kicking and punching techniques together with tai chi (Taiji) and self-defence. Based in Wan Chai and Causeway Bay, this academy will help you learn this form of kung fu in a pleasant environment, no matter what age you are.
Heng Yue Yen Long Kwon, various class locations across Hong Kong, 2511 8787, 2803 4603, WhatsApp: 9682 5918, www.hyylkmartialarts.com
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Kowloon Jiu Jitsu — Martial art fitness studio offering Brazilian jiu-jitsu, MMA and judo
Kowloon Jiu Jitsu takes pride in providing a clean, safe environment for people of all ages and skill levels, with six stages for jiu-jitsu (beginner, fundamentals, all-level classes, No-Gi, competition and MMA). If your priority is self-defence, look to judo — a grappling martial art focused on lifting and throwing your opponent from a standing position. It involves no striking or kicking, simply capitalising on your opponent’s movement to force them down onto their backs.
Kowloon Jiu Jitsu, 2/F, Pacific Mansion, 172-174 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, 2668 8601, 2668 8644, www.klnbjj.com
Kru Muay Thai HK — Muay Thai boxing gym in Central
A top Muay Thai gym in Hong Kong, Kru Muay Thai HK pays attention to the martial art form and how it combines fists, elbows, knees and shins (that’s why it’s called the art of eight limbs!). All coaches here are national champions from Thailand who can be referred to as “Kru”, the term for a master of Muay Thai. You can join one of the daily small group classes (eight people max) or opt for one-on-one personal training. There’s also a regular sparring class every Friday evening.
Kru Muay Thai HK, 14/F, Siu Ying Commercial Building, 153 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, 2638 8260, www.krumuaythaihk.com
Yip Man Martial Art Association — Wing Chun kung fu in Hong Kong
What better way to learn the historic art of Wing Chun than through the Yip Man Martial Art Association? First set up with grandmaster Yip Man (yes, that Ip Man!) and his associates in the 1970s, it’s a thriving, effective and affordable way to learn the self-defence martial art.
Yip Man Martial Art Association (Alpha House), Unit A, 5/F, Alpha House, 27 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Yip Man Martial Art Association (Mirador Mansion), Unit F4, 3/F, Mirador Mansion, 58 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2723 2306, 2311 1183, 6287 1830, www.samlau-wingchun.com
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Editor’s Note: “Martial Arts & Self-Defence & Classes For Women In Hong Kong” was originally published by Danielle Roberts and most recently updated by Team Sassy in January 2024. With thanks to Lydia Ching for her contribution.
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