Beginner workouts in London

“The boxing class has a great atmosphere—challenging but beginner-friendly. The coach is super supportive and really pays attention to your progress. Everyone's welcoming, no ego, just people trying to improve. It’s a solid mix of fitness, technique, and motivation. Honestly, I look forward to it every week. Highly recommend.”

“I am glad my kids joined the ISA. I feel it is rare to find a swimming place that gives your children one to one session. Most places provide group sessions, therefore it's great ISA exist. My kids teacher Yasmine is a great teacher she engages the kids during the lesson in a fun way and is also aware every child different learning needs.”

“Really good club to learn the art form of Capoeira in a safe controlled environment. Club members are friendly and eager to help out. Coming from a different capoeira school I felt quite at home. Equal attention is given to teaching the music and culture connected to Capoeira. There are outdoor training sessions during summer. Sereia is a really great coach/teacher with a high level of mental and physical energy which is very contagious. Her classes are very accommodating to beginners and are structured for all levels. Her training methods are very organised and you’ll find your fitness level improving and progression at your game very quickly. Classes on Mondays and Wednesdays are a cartwheel away from Royal Oak station with ample parking around it. Friday class is at a great location across from Paddington station, plenty of pubs and restaurants for Friday evenings after training drinks and meals. Would highly recommend joining and training on a regular basis or just stopping by for a trial class to see it for yourself.”

“Can't recommend highly enough. I was apprehensive before going, given I'm in my early 40s and had gotten very unfit, but I needn't have been. Chris is an exceptional teacher, always welcoming, extremely patient & knowledgeable. Everyone ive met at BAMA, whether theyre fellow beginners or been going for years, have been so friendly too, it just feels like a real community. If you're looking to get fit, learn a skill, and be part of a great community, this is your place!”

“My daughter has been attending Jiu-jitsu class for about 5 months now. She enjoys the sessions and made very good progress. Coach David and his team are great in training kids along with some fun games!”

“Joining this martial arts gym is one of the best things I’ve done. I started at 29 a few months ago and it’s been life changing for me. The sessions are intense and educational, but you’re also able to go at your own pace. Thanks to the amazing instructors and the great gym atmosphere.”

“I started going to this club when I was 10 years old (nearly 15 years ago) and it's still the best exercise club I've ever been to - there's something for all ages, abilities and fitness levels. Classes are fun and varied, with a really supportive atmosphere. I would recommend it to anyone who wanted to boost their confidence, improve their fitness or just try something new.”

“We paid for wedding dance lessons with Lauren @ Kaleidoscope Dance to prepare myself and my husband for our first dance. Neither of us are dancers, and this was way out of our comfort zone, but we decided it would be fun and would break up the stressful wedding planning. We are both so pleased that we did it. We had 4 lessons with Lauren, who choreographed and taught us our dance. Lauren is bubbly and friendly, which made the lessons really enjoyable, they would always be filled with laughter. Lauren was kind and helped us improve our dancing and helped us to feel confident for the big day! Lauren was always asking for our input and wanted us to feel comfortable above all. On the day, the first dance went really well and it was the talk between all of our friends and family for a while, commenting how beautiful it was. My father commented that it was a highlight of his day and he felt very proud. We would highly recommend Kaleidoscope dance for any couples looking for somebody to choreograph and teach a first dance. Thank you Lauren :) xx”

“Both my daughters have been taken classes with Dakodas and love them! Acro in particular is an amazing mix of dance and gymnastics. But the overall highlight is the end of year show, a huge production and a big treat for parents and kids alike!”

“Such a fun class. Malika is a great teacher, she empowers you to trust your own movement in a welcoming environment. Everyone in the class is super friendly and it’s super fun while learning a lot. Thank you Malika:)”

“Just started my course at AYA and I’m so impressed with the teaching style and atmosphere. I was so scared to start something like this in a group but everyone was welcoming and the tutor took time to watch us individually and guide us. Venue wise, my sat nav took me to the road before Oakley but I quickly realised to follow it around, taking two right turns and that brings you to the front of the South Norwood venue.”

“I’ve been meaning to visit this studio for a while, but after a bad experience at another one near where I live, I held off. I usually take private lessons because the community in my area isn’t very welcoming or diverse (I don’t live in London). One day after work, I realised this studio is only about 15 minutes from my office in London so I decided to stop by for open pole. I’m so glad I did! I met Akila, who was absolutely the sweetest, and all the girls I met that night were so kind and amazing and inspiring and confident. The whole vibe was so positive and welcoming. The studio is pretty af and so is everyone in it! I’ll definitely try to come back for classes but if not, I’ll be here for open pole for sure!”

“Fredy is truly one of a kind—a multi-talented champion Latino dancer and coach who brings the true flavour of each dance genre to every session. His personalised coaching challenges and inspires, making every lesson an experience tailored just for me. Beyond dance, Latin Soul Events made planning my party an absolute joy! They took all the stress out of the arrangements while keeping me at the center of every decision. The result? A celebration that exceeded my expectations—fun, vibrant, and flawlessly executed. Fredy and his team are professional, warm, and incredibly dedicated to delivering both unforgettable events and transformative dance experiences. I couldn’t have asked for more!"”

“Absolutely gorgeous space in the heart of East London. I have been renting it for my yoga classes and I'm very pleased with the quality of the space, sound, location and lovely people running this venue. Highly recommend.”

“My daughter loves going to My Gym Wallington, she likes her teachers and enjoys all the activities and resources that are set out. I am very happy and my daughter is happy too. I like how there are different activities each week and they've got lovely ,friendly teachers. All in all a very happy Mama and daughter ❤️”

“I highly recommend The Green Clinic. Stephen is professional, caring and not only listened carefully to all of our concerns and history but worked a plan towards our son's recovery to fit in with his needs and wishes. We were treated with kindness and reassurance and only seen a couple of times having been given a recovery plan to take away with us. Stephen replied to further emails and offered recovery advice to additional queries without asking us to visit again. We would never go to anyone else!”

“Attended my second aerial silks class today and had loads of fun! The instructor, Amy Dickenson, was super accommodating to the speed and preferences of the students in the class, and provided a comfortable level of challenge to push ourselves in our learning. Really enjoyed today’s class and would definitely be looking out for her classes in the future. Studio itself had a range of classes catered to different skill levels as well, would definitely recommend to anyone interested in trying a new hobby!”

“Great store with a good selection of baseball/softball gloves. And very good salesman who was very helpful to us. Thank you.”

“I found a passion for MMA when I completed the wimp to warrior program. The coaches are very knowledgeable, they provide a wide range of classes for all abilities and there is such a great friendly atmosphere. I would highly recommend it.”

“Friendly environment, well organised Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training. I can't say enough good things about this place and the team.”

“I have wanted to do dance classes for all of my adult life and always chickened out due to stage fright/anxiety, fear of being judged and under qualified at even “casual” classes. At the start of this year I pulled the trigger and did some taster sessions at Studio K and never looked back. All the instructors and members are so welcoming and friendly. A variety of levels of fitness and body types (which is refreshing, especially in ballet!) and everyone from people who have never danced to seasoned dancers. It has been a wonderful social experience and chance to be able to indulge in a range of dance styles I never thought I’d be able to do in the same place plus a discovery of others (Waacking is life changing). I only wish I had time to go more often! Thank you Studio K - especially Ginger and Sarah who I normally do classes with. Try out the taster sessions - you won’t regret it!”

“I have admired pole dancing for years and finally decided to give it a try. When I actually tried it, I felt frustrated because my body is stiff and heavy, making it hard to control. However, it was so much fun! The instructors were all kind and taught me patiently. I would love to continue attending classes. Thank you for such an enjoyable time!”

“This is a wonderful local ballet school. My daughter has been attending classes here since she was 3 years old and is now 10. During that time, I have seen her progress so beautifully, developing confidence and physical control in her ballet technique. The teachers are all incredibly caring. They take safeguarding extremely seriously, and always have the children's welfare at the forefront of their minds. I have every confidence in their ability to look after my child, and it's obvious that they are adored by the kids. I would definitely recommend this school.”

“My son has been attending classes here from 3-5 years old and it has been great. They have very small groups and get them used to being comfortable in the water. It is also very personal and Fiona, who I have been working with to manage things, has been always very flexible in finding a slot for Gaspard despite a lot of changing priorities on our side.”

“What an amazing service. I’m new to the area and given personal circumstances have left getting my sons uniform to start year 7 a little last minute. The store went out of their way to advise me they were so friendly and helpful and I just found the service absolutely amazing. They went above and beyond and I am truly grateful. Fantastic.”

“Great range of products, but more more importantly great advice. I know I can explain what I want and I am presented with options, what products are complimentary and compatible with others. Range continuously evolves and improves. Fully recommend.”

“Fresh Gym feels like a second home. They genuinely welcome everyone of all abilities and provide positive encouragement to help each member achieve their individual goals. It's the first gym where I've felt so comfortable. Brilliant range of classes, skilled trainers, wonderful ethos and friendly fellow members - what's not to love? I highly recommend it!”

“Great multi sport gym based around combat sports. The staff are dedicated and know their subject and are on hand to be helpful - so if they offer advice then take it! Facilities are clean. Lots of parking. Good studio classes and cardio area. Combat area and combat training is second to none. Professional quality that is affordable and accessible to anyone.”

“Jess Field has been treating my onslaught of arthritis and its after-effects. Her advice has been knowledgeable, reassuring and positive, helping me to recovery. I really appreciated her follow-up emails detailing recommended exercises that I could refer to later.”

“Been training here for 9 years (almost 10) and I’ve never felt better. It feels like my second family and it’s a great club!”