KICKBOXING
A Safe, Non-Contact, and Fully Supervised Kickboxing Programme
Our Focus:
Discipline • Respect • Fitness • Confidence • Coordination • Motivation • Challenge
SAMA Southeast Kickboxing – Open to Ages 7+
Looking for a dynamic, energising way to improve your fitness, confidence, and motivation? SAMA Southeast Kickboxing offers a safe, structured training programme open to ages 7 and above, designed to help you reach your personal goals — whether you’re looking to burn fat, tone up, build strength, compete, or simply enjoy an upbeat full-body workout.
Why Join SAMA Southeast Kickboxing?
- Part of the respected SAMA Organisation, with decades of martial arts excellence
- Led by a team of professional, full-time trainers committed to your progress
- Convenient club locations across West Sussex, East Sussex, and Kent
- Suitable for all experience levels — from total beginners to advanced students
Take the first step toward a stronger, healthier, more confident you.
What to Expect in Training
Kickboxing at SAMA Southeast combines the precision of boxing with the powerful kicking techniques of karate. Training follows a structured, progressive syllabus leading up to black belt level, with opportunities to achieve coaching qualifications along the way.
Each class lasts one hour and includes:
- Skipping, mobility drills, and full-body exercises
- Stretching and flexibility training
- Impact work on focus pads (punching) and shields (kicking)
- Shadow sparring and stamina-building rounds
- All set to high-energy music to keep you motivated
Safety First
All sessions are non-contact, fully supervised, and designed to be inclusive and safe. Students train in a supportive, friendly environment, with a strong emphasis on personal growth and physical well-being. Each class offers a full-body workout in a vibrant, music-driven setting.
Additional Training Opportunities
For those ready to take it further, we offer optional sparring sessions as part of our progressive grading system, which leads up to black belt and beyond. This pathway supports safe skill development and long-term achievement in martial arts.
Ready to give it a try?
Join the SAMA Southeast Kickboxing community and see the results for yourself.
How to Enrol in a SAMA Kickboxing Class
Ready to start your kickboxing journey? It’s easy — just click below to get started:
Please Note:
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All sessions must be pre-booked online — walk-ins are not accepted.
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Beginners can book up to 4 trial lessons before committing to membership, licensing, and a uniform.
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Please arrive 15 minutes early on the day of your session to meet your instructor and get settled.
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Wear comfortable exercise clothing — we’ll provide all necessary equipment.
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Initial classes run for 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the group.
About the Founder
Hanshi Alan Gibson, 9th Dan, is the founder of Sama Kickboxing and Head of the Sama Organisation. A key figure in British kickboxing since the late 1970s, Hanshi Gibson holds licenses as a fighter, coach, referee, and official through the Professional Karate Association (P.K.A.).
He has trained a World Champion, two European Champions, four British Champions, and an English Champion. He also served as an official coach for the Great Britain Kickboxing Team in Amsterdam and was chief referee at the British Heavyweight Championships in Newcastle.
Notably, Hanshi Gibson helped professionalize kickboxing in the UK by introducing a structured grading system, uniforms, and music into training—pioneering moves that shaped how the sport is taught today.
The History of Kickboxing
Kickboxing was created in early 1970s America by the P.K.A. as a full-contact evolution of karate. Initially, the sport lacked clear rules or weight divisions, but it quickly developed with the introduction of protective gear and standardized competition formats.
The first World Championships were held in Los Angeles in 1974. By the late ’70s, kickboxing had become a recognized ring sport, popularized by icons like Jeff Smith, Joe Lewis, and Bill “Superfoot” Wallace.
Kickboxing reached Europe in the mid-1970s, supported by the P.K.A. and WAKO, founded by George Brukner. Today, the sport continues to grow worldwide under numerous organizations.
Confidence-Focused:
Build confidence, discipline, and strength with Sama Kickboxing — no experience needed.
About SAMA Southeast
Karate, Kickboxing and more for people of all ages.