Information about Modern Combatives & Self Defence Academy

MCSDA UNIT 4b Masons Place Business Park 6YZ, Nottingham Rd
DE21 6YZ, Derby
+447931254980

Opening hours

  • sunday: 10h-12h
  • monday: 18:30-20:30
  • tuesday: 17:30-21h
  • wednesday: 19h-21:30
  • thursday: 18:30-20:30
  • friday: 17h-20:30
  • saturday: 10:30-13h

We have an age specific Junior Syllabus, designed for children aged 6yrs – 9yrs which helps develop flexibility, strength, balance, spatial awareness, confidence, team work skills and fun! Our Junior Syllabus acts as a foundation for further progression as your child grows. Once a student reaches his or her 10th Birthday they are transferred to the Cadets class continuing their martial arts journey and personal development.

If your child is aged between 10 and 15 yrs old they will be old enough to join our Cadets class, learning the Stringer JUKADO Cadet Syllabus. Techniques taught at this stage of progression are more technically and physically demanding of the student as befits their age range and abilities  whilst also teaching effective self defence methods applicable to and usable by young people.

The complete Stringer JUKADO System is taught in these classes by experienced high level MCSDA Instructors. This class is open to anyone aged 16 yrs or over. Beginners are always welcome as are people with previous martial arts experience, all we ask is that you approach training with an open mind.

Open to females only aged 14 yrs and over. The Advanced Self Protection class at MCSDA has been specifically designed to teach effective self-defence methods against attacks most commonly experienced by females. Come and learn effective methods of self defence in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, taught by experienced instructors with real-life experience of dealing with violence.

Here is a list of other Martial Arts and related activities that take place at MCSDA: MCSDA Fear Fighter Self Defence Courses, MCSDA Wrestling, Ki-Aikido, Adaptive Karate,

Martial Arts training of any sort is widely acknowledged to offer many benefits, including improved physical fitness, enhanced self-discipline, increased self-confidence and the development of valuable self-defence skills. Additionally, participation often promotes mental focus, offers stress relief and a sense of community amongst practitioners. Classes at MCSDA offer all of the above benefits plus teaching respect and self-control, reducing anxiety and helping to give young people a sense of purpose and achievement whilst allowing them to learn the importance of socialising, team-working and gaining new friends.  MCSDA also offers access to National and International Courses with some of the top Instructors in their respective disciplines.Read More →

Palm Striking This article was scheduled for the March edition of Martial Arts Illustrated. However MAI ceased publication so it is reproduced here.Read More →

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Modern Combatives & Self Defence Academy: Opinions

4.7/5 (13 Opinions)
JackalViper 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Been training here for a few years. Super inclusive for all genders ability levels and cultures. Detailed instruction by exceptional instructors, great facilities, enormous dojo, and very reasonably priced with cheaper plans if you cant attend all days.

Matt Croft 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I trained here for years under Soke Garry Stringer. First off, the facility is impressive. The work that's gone into making the training space clean, safe and efficient is brilliant. Other clubs from other disciplines would be a regular sight in the space which tells you how it's thought of in the MA community. Gaz is a magnificent teacher. A walking encyclopedia of Martial Arts knowledge gained over a lifetime of experience. His uncanny knack to read people and taylor his approach to different individuals must mean he has a black belt in people skills somewhere too! What I loved most about the training was the adaptability of the ideology towards self defence. This is not a system of MA stuck in it's ways. Gaz would regulary adapt and evolve the syllabus and techniques based on research of most common real world attacks and situations. As the world changes and threats change, so did the approach toward disarming and dealing with them. No matter your age, ability or state of fitness, all are welcome at the club provided you're turning up with the right attitude and intent. All the Instructors are eager to help you find your confidence and harness it the right way. When you walk through the door, the clubs emphasis is on cooperation and encouragement whether you're 6 years old or 66. Whatever your intentions, a bit of fitness, confidence boost, or channelling your inner warrior, you can find it at MCSDA

Dave Smith 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Went for Karate seminar a great venue . Spacious clean with great facilities highly recommended

Sarah thompson 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Practical martial arts, great team of instructors, large dojo! Highly recommend!!

peter chaplin 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Superb introduction into the professional award winning experience of self defence and personal development...top jobby...thankyou...Chappers

Damian Janowski 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Just started lessons for my 6 year old daughter and she loves it! Definitely recommend trying it out! Update: my daughter is now 7 years old and still loves to go there and practice!

Ben Devonport 3 years ago

Negative experience: Very rude man. Want's to fight everyone.

J ////PS 6 years ago

Fantastic experience: Great service & range

Luke S 6 years ago

Fantastic experience: Martial arts charity, that runs classes for all ages. Great value, terrific facilities and excellent teachers.

Alison Griffiths-Brown 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent classes for all ages, would definitely recommend

Philip Derbyshire 8 years ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent dojo, professionally managed

Jim Rooney 8 years ago

Fantastic experience: With out doubt the best facility and Dojo Cho in Britain, Gary Stringer.

Neil Shaw 9 years ago

Fantastic experience: Professional venue that is well equipped, providing a range of arts with experienced, highly qualified instructors. Recommended for a visit to see what is taught and to meet / talk with the instructors and students. .

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