THREE DECADES.
ONE ACADEMY.
The academy has evolved. The purpose hasn't. Help people Learn, Grow and Excel.
The Kickboxing Academy was founded in 1996 by Head Coach Pete Ward. What began as a local class has developed over three decades into a dedicated specialist martial arts training facility.
TKBA has coached children, teenagers and adults across generations, from complete beginners stepping onto the mats for the first time, to advanced martial artists.
Beyond regular classes, we are proud of our ongoing work with families, local schools, and community organisations, actively contributing to the positive impact of martial arts locally.
EXPERIENCED ENOUGH TO TRUST. APPROACHABLE ENOUGH TO TALK TO.
PETE WARD - 7TH DAN
Founder & Head Coach
Founder and Head Coach Pete Ward brings 30 years of coaching experience and almost four decades of martial arts training. A 7th Dan, he has built TKBA around professional standards, structured progression and genuine care for every student's long-term development.
ABIGAIL WARD
Academy Manager & Coach
Academy Manager and Coach Abigail Ward brings extensive experience supporting children and families, including SEN, mental-health awareness and trauma-informed practice. She helps ensure TKBA remains a safe, welcoming and inclusive academy where every student can thrive.
JAMES
Academy Coach
James began at TKBA as a Junior Warrior over 10 years ago, progressing through the Junior Leadership Academy and Instructor Training Programme. Now a qualified, insured, first-aid trained and enhanced DBS-checked Academy Coach, he helps the next generation learn, grow and excel.
LYNDON
Academy Coach
Lyndon began at TKBA as a Little Samurai and now has over 15 years on the mats. After progressing through the Junior Leadership Academy and Instructor Training Programme, he is now a qualified, insured, first-aid trained and enhanced DBS-checked Academy Coach.
EMMA
Assistant Coach
Emma joined TKBA as an adult beginner and progressed into the Instructor Training Programme. Now a Level 1 qualified, insured, first-aid trained and enhanced DBS-checked Assistant Coach, she is working towards her Level 2 coaching award and is especially approachable to new members.
Supported by a wider team of dedicated coaches and leadership students, all trained to deliver the TKBA standard. Fully insured, DBS checked and safeguarding trained.
BUILT FOR
TRAINING.
BUILT ON 30 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE.
Not just a room where classes happen. A dedicated specialist training facility in Shirebrook, specifically equipped for structured martial arts coaching.
- Dedicated training areas
- Professional martial arts flooring
- Heavy punch bags & pad stations
- Welcoming reception & viewing area
- Large free car park right outside our academy
- Training ring for building ring craft & fight skills
