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Top Rated BJJ, Wrestling, MMA & Muay Thai Gym in Canterbury
Silverbacks MMA is a martial arts gym in Hersden, Canterbury, offering expert coaching in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, No-Gi grappling, wrestling, MMA and Muay Thai. We run more than 40 weekly classes for adults and children aged 5+, with beginner-friendly sessions, competitive training, and flexible memberships.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Canterbury
Our BJJ classes are ideal for beginners, hobbyists and experienced grapplers.
Learn core positions, submissions, escapes and control in a structured class environment led by experienced coaches.
We offer beginners Gi & NoGi, mixed level Gi and NoGi classes, as well as a ladies only class.
Kids Martial Arts in Canterbury
Our Kids BJJ & Wrestling programme is ideal for young beginners or experienced grapplers alike.
Taught by patient, friendly instructors, we focus on self-discipline, confidence, and fun through martial arts.
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Whether your child is just starting or already competing, they'll thrive in our supportive team environment.
MMA Classes in Canterbury​
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Our MMA classes combine striking, grappling, wrestling and cage work to give you a complete mixed martial arts system.
Perfect for beginners or those looking to compete.
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Join the Silverbacks community today and learn Martial Arts from experienced and accomplished instructors in one of the best Kent gyms.
Muay Thai & Kickboxing Classes
Train Muay Thai in Canterbury with technical coaching in punches, kicks, knees, elbows, pad work and clinch. Our classes are suitable for total beginners through to experienced strikers and are designed to improve fitness, timing, skill and confidence.
Martial Arts near Canterbury
Silverbacks MMA is based in Hersden, just outside Canterbury, and is easy to reach from Thanet, Sturry, Whitstable, Herne Bay and the wider Kent area. If you are looking for an MMA gym near Canterbury, BJJ classes in Canterbury, or Muay Thai in East Kent, our gym offers expert coaching and a welcoming community.
Flexible Memberships
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We offer four membership options to suit your needs: Child, Teen, Adult and Family– with no long-term contracts.
Commitment
We believe in making high-quality martial arts training accessible. Our members with monthly rolling contracts, ensuring the best value for their commitment.
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Pay-As-You-Go Available
Just visiting? No problem!
Our flexible drop-in rates let you train on your schedule without a membership.
