From your very first session to elite competition — one programme, every level.
K1 Kickboxing is a striking-based martial art combining punches, kicks, and knee strikes into one of the most complete and effective stand-up disciplines in the world. At Strabane Martial Arts Academy, it forms the core of everything we do.
Our K1 Kickboxing programme is built to take you from complete beginner through to competition-ready fighter — in the same class, with the same coaches. Beginners develop real technique and confidence. Experienced students sharpen advanced skills, work high-level combinations, and prepare for competition under coaches who have fought and won at regional and national level.
Whether your goal is to get fit, build confidence, learn authentic martial arts, or step into the ring — this programme will get you there.
Recreational / Fitness Track — focused on technique, fitness, and enjoyment. Ideal if you want to learn real martial arts, improve your health, and be part of a great community without any competitive pressure.
Competition Track — for those who want to test themselves. Advanced combinations, controlled sparring, fight strategy, K1 rule-set preparation, and full competition cornering support from our coaching team.
Team SMAA operates a structured grading syllabus sanctioned by ISKA (International Sport Karate Association), one of the world's leading combat sports sanctioning bodies. Grading gives every member a clear progression pathway — from white belt through to black belt — recognising and rewarding their development along the way.
Everyone. Complete beginners are welcomed exactly where they are and progressed at a pace that builds real confidence. Experienced martial artists will find the level of coaching and training partners here genuinely challenging. Our coaches have a proven track record of developing fighters from zero experience to competitive winners.
New to martial arts? No experience is needed to start. Turn up in comfortable clothes, and our coaches will take care of the rest. Your first class is completely free.
The physical and mental rewards of K1 Kickboxing training are extraordinary — whatever your goal.
K1 Kickboxing is one of the most effective full-body workouts available. Sessions build cardiovascular fitness, functional strength, and burn serious calories every class.
Learning combinations and reacting to a training partner sharpens focus, reflexes, and spatial awareness in ways no gym machine can replicate.
The skills built through K1 Kickboxing are genuinely effective — muscle memory developed through thousands of quality repetitions under expert coaching.
Members consistently report a major boost in self-assurance. Knowing you can handle yourself — on and off the mats — changes how you carry yourself in everyday life.
For those who want to compete, our programme is the direct pathway to regional, national, and international K1 Kickboxing under the ISKA banner.
Progress is recognised through the ISKA grading syllabus — giving every member a clear pathway from beginner to black belt with tangible milestones along the way.
No experience needed. No equipment required for your first session. Just come along and train with us.