About

We are The Jackson School of Martial Arts

At JSMA We're committed to "Breaking down Barriers between Martial Arts Styles to improve Content, Social Inclusion and Student Understanding"


We believe that Martial Arts should be accessible to anyone and we ensure that all Clubs affiliated with us share our values!

Who are We?

The Jackson School of Martial Arts serves as a Governing Body encompassing all Martial Arts Styles. Our primary objective is to offer cost-effective Authentication of Clubs, Licensing, and Certification across all Styles. We provide guidance for new Clubs and ongoing assistance for Instructors striving for excellence in their Martial Arts Schools.

Our mission is to instil confidence, trust, and commitment in Students, Parents, and Caregivers towards all Clubs endorsed with our Kitemark!

We are dedicated to upholding a high Standard of Teaching while promoting a Friendly and Inclusive Environment within all Clubs!


At The Jackson School of Martial Arts, we believe in fostering a sense of community and mutual respect among practitioners of all ages and skill levels. We encourage diversity and continuous learning to enhance the overall martial arts experience for everyone involved.

Through our comprehensive certification process and ongoing support, we aim to elevate the quality of instruction and create a safe and welcoming space for individuals to pursue their martial arts journey with confidence and enthusiasm.

The Jackson Schoool of Martial Arts all started with a simple idea. . .

It all started with our Manager Dan "deadly" Jackson


"There's a lacking in the Martial Arts world for High Standards and a Governing Body who actually works with and visits Clubs. For over 2 decades I have seen how Kickboxing, Martial Arts and Fitness can benefit those who take part and I strongly believe that Martial Arts is for everyone!


Having successfully opened my own Kickboxing School it's time I turned my attention to working with other Clubs to ensure the standard of teaching remains high 100% of the time.


I've painstakingly written a Grading Syllabus, Policies, Procedures and Safe Guarding Advice I want to pass this onto other Clubs and show how it can be done whilst keeping the standards of teaching high. I want to provide something that doesn't exist, that's Information, Guidance, Policies, Certification and Club Audits for a low fixed fee! I for one believe The Jackson School of Martial Arts can provide this!


I have trained under a variety of Instructors, some in it for Profit, some who are drill sergants, others who genuinely have no idea what they're doing and one who refused to honour my grade and told me to start again or pay £500.00 and he would honour my Grade! This is NOT what I want to see at any club! We ensure that our Clubs are fun, welcoming, engaging and pressure free ensuring that everyone returns for another session getting that buzz for Martial Arts that I have had for more than 20years!


When I first set up my Club it was an absolute minefield but it was also shocking to discover that just about anyone can open a Club with little to no experience or qualifications. JSMA ensure that all Clubs affiliated with us are qualified, licensed and experienced to deliver the Ultimate Martial Arts Experience.


At JSMA we are committed to Breaking down Barriers between Martial Arts Styles to improve Content, Social Inclusion and Student Understanding".