Read read read, ask questions, experiment and read some more.  Ask your instructors, search youtube, ask classmates and higher ranks, check our martial arts and fitness magazines (e.g. Blitz mag), be a sponge for information!  You are only limited by your own time and motivation!

There is no need to book in, just come a little bit earlier and introduce yourself to the instructors and we will show you what you need to do.  You also get a free week of training to give you time to see if we are what you are looking for.

All you need to wear are some comfy shorts and a t shirt.  When you join we can discuss uniforms.

No!  You will get fit by coming to classes.  The best thing you can do is to turn up and start training.  We cater for all levels of fitness and will be more than happy to help you improve.

Yes you are - there is no entrance test.  Everyone starts somewhere and everyone who wants to will improve.

Infact being small can be a very useful attribute!  Some of the best martial artists are those who have had to learn to use their size to their advantage.  Google for the history of Brasilian Jiu Jitsu for example, then turn up to a class and start learning how to use it!

Chikara Ryu offers lots of options for people to get involved with our training.  Come along to a class and have a chat with one of our instructors to find something that will suit you.

Martial Arts does not have to be about fighting people.  Chikara Ryu will teach you to be able to defend yourself IF that is what you seek to learn.  There are lots of other options for students who wish to improve their fitness only - it is all up to you!