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Martial Arts FOUNDATION PROGRAMME in Telford
For 5-7 Year Olds
Help Your Child Build Confidence, Focus & Respect, With Skills That Last a Lifetime
The perfect introduction to martial arts for children to support their personal development.
Your child will learn focus, respect, and self-control while building real confidence in every class.
Join Our
12-Week DISCOVERY COURSE!
Tailored For 5-7 Year Olds
(Key Stage 1)
What Your Child Will Gain:
A sense of respect & discipline
More self-control
Better coordination
Improved balance & spatial awareness
We Know What Parents Worry About...
Does this sound familiar to you as a parent...?
Too much screen time
Lack of focus
Waning confidence
Unhelpful online role models
Struggling to listen
Feeling isolated in school or social settings
Our Foundation Programme directly addresses these modern parenting challenges by providing a safe, structured, and positive environment where children can:
Build real confidence through achievement and encouragement
Develop self-discipline and listening skills
Learn to respect others while standing up for themselves
Engage with positive role models who reinforce empathy, courage, and respect
Parents tell us that after a few lessons, they can see a difference - their child listens better, shows more confidence, and walks taller.
This isn’t about medals or competition. It’s about setting your child up for success - in martial arts and in life.
Our Foundation Programme forms the starting point for every young martial artist at Trinity Martial Arts & Self Defence.
Designed specifically for ages 5–7 (up to early 8s), it teaches key movement, focus, and listening skills through fun, structured lessons that set the groundwork for future training.
Your Child Will Discover...
The importance of respect, listening, and teamwork...
Simple self-defence and awareness drills for confidence and safety...
How to channel energy in positive ways through fun challenges and games...
Improved balance, coordination, and concentration...
The Foundation Programme
12 Week DISCOVERY COURSE
What You'll Get:
12 Weeks of Expert Led Classes...
Insurance for the length of the course...
Membership for the 12 weeks...
Unlimited training for 12 weeks...
Training Kit: Club Uniform T-Shirt & Gloves...
Student Licence Book...
Belt Testing and Certificate...
Personalised Support by fully qualified & insured DBS-checked Instructors...
Family Feedback Reports: regular parent feedback...
Online Support: access to our app and training videos...
Get all this and full support for only £346
Special Offer - £199
You’ll begin with a £15 Introductory Lesson, designed to let your child experience our classes with no pressure.
If you decide to join, your Introductory Class is FREE, so you only pay the difference when you enrol.
What Happens in Their Introductory Lesson?
A Warm Welcome: Our friendly instructor team will greet you both and make sure your child feels excited and relaxed.
Confidence-Building Start: We introduce simple movements and focus exercises designed to help them shine right from the first class.
Encouragement and Recognition: Every child is praised for their effort, attention, and respect.
Parent Feedback: You’ll see first-hand how we teach life skills like focus and discipline through fun, age-appropriate methods.
Next Step: After the class, we’ll chat with you about your child’s experience and how they can continue their 12-week journey.
Meet Our Founder & Chief Instructor...
“Every child deserves to feel proud of who they are becoming and martial arts is one of the best ways to help them discover that.”
Founder & Chief Instructor, Ed Hodgson
At the heart of Trinity Martial Arts & Self Defence is our Chief Instructor, Ed Hodgson - a dedicated martial artist, self-defence instructor and passionate educator with a mission to help every student reach their full potential.
With over three decades of martial arts experience, Ed has trained extensively across several disciplines including KAPAP Krav Maga, Kickboxing, Kung Fu, Wing Chun and Filipino Kali.
His teaching philosophy focuses on building confidence, respect, and focus in a way that children enjoy and understand.
For our younger students, Ed’s approach centres around encouragement, fun, and achievement. Every class is structured to bring out the best in each child - helping them develop balance, concentration, and self-control while having fun and feeling supported.
Parents and students describe his classes as positive, energetic, and full of life lessons.
Ed believes martial arts should give children more than physical skills - it should help them grow into confident, kind, and capable young people.
Why Parents Choose Trinity Martial Arts & Self Defence in Telford...
5 ⭐️!! My daughter started at 5 and continued on to the Junior Self-Defence after 4 years. The lessons were transformative, boosting her mental and physical growth. Ed is an exceptional instructor - understanding, supportive, and fantastic! Highly recommend! 👍
My son really enjoys his sessions with Ed, he has been with Trinity Martial Arts for almost 4 years now, it's a good place for children to learn discipline and to focus well on tasks. Would definitely highly recommend. It's a friendly place for parents as well as children.
We love Trinity - as a family we have no former affiliation with martial arts but seeing the nurturing environment Ed has created it has given our daughter the confidence and encouragement to progress.
Well what a group,our son joined around 5 weeks ago,thoroughly loving it. Ed has great patience, time to show all the individuals how to complete moves and supports all the kids and there families...encouragement,friendliness, support. Glad we found it. 😊
Both of my children eagerly look forward to their weekly martial arts and self-defence classes at Trinity Martial arts. They have recently completed their first grading, which was a proud moment for all of us. I've noticed a boost in their confidence levels since they started. The classes are structured, ensuring steady progress and a good understanding of the martial arts. Ed, the instructor, has really good teaching skills. His dedication and the way he structures the classes make learning both effective and enjoyable. Highly recommend for anyone looking to instill discipline, confidence, and skill in their children!
My son has recently started classes with Trinity Martial Arts. Right from the start he received a very warm welcome and loves to attend this friendly group each week. His self confidence has grown and the tuition is excellent.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens after the 12 Week Discovery Course?
If you love it (and if we think you're a match), you’ll be given the option to continue and enrol onto the full Foundation Programme.
Can we try a class before committing?
Absolutely! We encourage all new families to book an introductory class first. It's the perfect way for your child to experience the class and for you to meet our instructors before joining.
How long before I see progress?
Every child is different, but many parents notice improvements in focus, listening and confidence within the first 12 weeks. We celebrate small steps and personal progress, not just belt colour!
What if my child is shy or nervous?
That's completely normal! Our instructors are great at helping children settle in. Most children start out shy but quickly grow in confidence as they get used to their regular class routine.
Do parents stay to watch?
Yes, we encourage parents to watch their child's first few classes. It helps children feel more comfortable and gives parents a great sense of how classes are structured.
Free parking is available adjacent to our entrance in George Street Car Park and free hot drinks are available while you watch.
Trinity Martial Arts & Self Defence
Unit 2b Matthew Webb House
High Street, Dawley, TF4 2EX
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