BLAZE Martial Arts & Personal Safety

Running a business is hard. Really frickin' hard.

Low pay. Extortionate tax bills. 60 hour weeks. No holiday. Working every weekend. Constant comms at all hours of the day.

It is not an easy ride. And it's not for the faint-hearted.

If im honest, i almost packed it in last year.

But every now & then, a testimonial will come in that stops me in my tracks & makes everything worth it.

Most people start martial arts thinking they'll learn how to throw a punch.

What they don't expect is learning patience, discipline, resilience, confidence, focus...

and occasionally discovering muscles they didn't know existed. 😅

Martial arts has a way of transforming you from the inside out. It's not about becoming tougher than everyone else; it's about becoming stronger than the person you were yesterday.

Every class teaches something. Some days it's a new technique. Other days it's how to keep going when you're tired, frustrated, or convinced your coordination has taken a day off.

The physical benefits are obvious, but the real magic happens in the mind..

You stand a little taller, believe in yourself a little more, and learn that growth lives just outside your comfort zone. 💪🥋✨

Punch-a-thon for Mind 🥊🥊

Today Blaze members did something incredible 💪

They stepped up to shine a light on mental health.

7,000 punches was the challenge — one for every life lost to su***de in the UK each year.

And of course they totally smashed it, racking up an incredible 58,000 punches! (and a few kicks 😅)

It was tough. I ache already — no "after" ache on this one, straight into not being able to lift my arms this afternoon 😆😆 But we did it.

Georgina also raised a whopping £730 for Mind in Somerset , and Sam another £450 for Mind UK. A HUGE thank you to every single person who donated 🙏🙏

Exercise plays such an important role in supporting mental wellbeing, so thank you, Georgina, for creating this amazing event and turning 7,000 punches into something positive and powerful. We're proud to have supported it.

With Men's Health Week coming up next week, this is a reminder to check in with yourself and make time for your mental and physical wellbeing. Whether it's exercise, rest, talking to someone, or simply taking a break, looking after yourself MATTERS.

In loving memory of Mark Parry 💕

🔥 IT'S ON TODAY 🔥

Today at 11AM we're taking on a challenge with a purpose.

7,000 kicks and punches per person, representing the 7,000 lives lost to su***de each year in the UK.

This isn't about setting records or testing fitness. It's about starting conversations, raising awareness, and showing support for mental health.

💥 FREE event
👊 Open to everyone
💚 Blaze members, friends, family, and non-members all welcome

Whether you complete all 7,000, manage a few hundred, or simply come along to support, we'd love to have you there.

Let's get the gym moving, make some noise, and show what can happen when a community comes together for a cause that matters.

📍 Today | 11AM
👉 Message us if you'd like to join us

🎉 BLAZE BIRTHDAY PARTIES ARE BACK! 🎉

And we've added a brand new twist...

After the huge success of our Kids Club events, one thing became very clear:

Kids absolutely LOVE Nerf battles! 😆

So we've combined the best bits of Blaze Martial Arts with action-packed Nerf games to create the ultimate birthday party experience.

🔫 Nerf Battles & Team Challenges
🥋 Martial Arts Games
💥 Board Breaking Experience
🏆 Confidence Building Fun
🎉 A Birthday Party They'll Never Forget

Our parties are designed to keep children active, engaged and having an amazing time from start to finish.

Perfect for boys and girls aged 7+.

📅 Limited availability now open

Tag a parent who needs a stress-free birthday party idea! 👇

🔥 By popular demand… it’s happening! 🔥

A brand NEW Dragons class slot is launching soon 🤩🐉

Spots are going to go FAST…
Details dropping very soon 👀

Want first dibs?
Message us now to join the VIP Priority List 🙌

24 years ago, Mark held the very first class at Blaze Martial Arts.

What started as a small group with a big passion has grown into something truly special. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of teaching and supporting thousands of students—each one bringing their own energy, challenges, and achievements to the mat.

Blaze has never just been about martial arts. It’s about confidence, resilience, discipline, and community. It’s about watching nervous beginners become strong, capable individuals. It’s about friendships formed, goals achieved, and lives changed—both on and off the mats.

To every student who has ever walked through our doors, every parent who trusted us, and every instructor who has given their time and heart—THANK YOU. You are the reason we’re still here, 24 years later, doing what we love.

Here’s to the journey so far—and to many more years ahead.

🔥👊

🚨 Women — this could change how safe you feel walking alone.

Join us TODAY at 2:30pm at St James Church, Taunton for a FREE talk with Coach Bee focused on female safety & self-defence 🔥

This isn’t just talk — you’ll walk away with real, actionable self-defence tips you can actually use in everyday situations.

💥 Women-only focused
💥 Supportive, empowering environment
💥 Small donation (all going to charity ❤️)

📍 St James Church, Taunton
🕚 Event: 11am–3pm
⏰ Blaze Talk: 2:30pm

And that’s not all… there are amazing stalls & inspiring speakers running all day, so come down, stay awhile, and make the most of it! 🎉

Bring a friend, your sister, your mum — don’t come alone if you don’t have to 💕

Come along — I’d love to see you there 🙌

🔥 THE COUNTDOWN IS ON 🔥

The merch has landed… and now it’s time to step up.

📅 June 13th | 11AM

We’re taking on 7,000 kicks & punches — one for every life lost to su***de each year in the UK.
But this time, 7,000 means action. 7,000 means awareness. 7,000 means change.

💥 This is a FREE training event open to EVERYONE
👊 Blaze members, friends, family, non members — all welcome
💚 Come to train, show support, or just be part of something that matters

Let’s come together, move together, and make some noise for better mental health.

👉 Message us to sign up and secure your spot

Special Offer for June Only! ✨️✨️✨️