Kids Martial Arts Classes in Notting Hill

Brazilian Capoeira

Confidence, coordination and discipline through movement and music

We started our first kids' club in West London in 2005, and for over 20 years we've helped children aged 4 to 6 grow stronger, braver and more focused through martial arts they genuinely look forward to.

Our classes are built around capoeira, the Brazilian martial art that blends kicks, escapes, acrobatics, rhythm and music. Along the way children take part in workshops, grading ceremonies and festivals, celebrating their progress with family and friends.

There's no sparring for points and nobody is left on the bench. Every child is active, challenged at their own level, and leaves class proud of something they learned.

DBS-checked · First-aid trained · Fully insured · ActiveWestminster accredited · UK Coaching Duty to Care

What your child will gain

• Confidence. Trying new moves in front of others, performing, and seeing themselves improve week by week.

• Coordination and agility. Balance, cartwheels, kicks, dodges and body control that carry over to every sport.

• Focus and self-discipline. Listening, taking turns, respecting partners and following a structured class.

• Strength and fitness. Built through play, not drills, so children want to keep coming back.

• Respect and teamwork. Martial arts practised as a game between partners, never against them.

• Music and culture. Rhythm, instruments and songs from Brazil as part of every session.

Who teaches the classes?

Classes are led by founder Nelio Rodrigues, known to the children as Prof Manjerico, who has been teaching children of all ages for 25 years. He is a qualified capoeira instructor (ABADA Capoeira Federation), England Boxing performance instructor and personal trainer since 2009, and has trained in Brazil.

His background in dance, physical theatre and functional strength coaching means every session is safe, varied and adapted so each child stays engaged.

Clubs, workshops and parties

After-school clubs: we run martial arts and movement clubs in partner schools across London. If you're a school or PTA, get in touch about bringing a club to your school.

Sports days, workshops and parties: high-energy martial arts sessions for school events, holiday camps and birthday parties.

Thursday class

Every Thursday, 3:45–4:45pm

Westbourne Grove Church
Westbourne Grove (corner of Ledbury Road)
London W11 2RW

Ages 4–6 · £18 per session · Terms run 10–11 weeks

Straight after school, so children can come along on the way home.

Try a free class

The best way to find out if your child will love it is to come along. Your child's first class is free. They just need comfortable clothes and a water bottle.

Book a free trial class

ActiveWestminster accredited

Our club holds the ActiveWestminster Mark, Westminster Council's accreditation showing residents and schools that a club delivers physical activity to the standards recommended by its National Governing Body and meets the Council's quality standards.