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Martial arts at Shouraki
Martial arts in Aachen
Shouraki’s adult classes draw on 27 martial sports and martial arts, from MMA and kickboxing to Wing Chun and ground fighting. Join in for two free trial classes, with no obligation and no contract.
- 27 martial sports and martial arts feed into the adult classes
- 6 class types for adults, plus the women-only class
- 2x free trial classes, with no contract
- from 16 years old, the adult classes are open to you
At a glance
Martial arts in Aachen: what to expect at Shouraki
In short: Martial arts in Aachen at Shouraki means adult classes from age 16, drawing on 27 martial sports and martial arts, including MMA, kickboxing, boxing, Wing Chun, ground fighting and Kali. Two free trial classes are included, and you need no previous experience.
It is hard to judge a martial arts school from the outside. So here is a quick overview of the martial arts we offer for adults and what your first class looks like.
| Adult classesMMA, kickboxing, boxing, Wing Chun, ground fighting | from 16 |
|---|---|
| Kali with the stick | from 16 |
| Kali with the knife | from 18 |
| Women-only classFitness Kickboxing and Thai boxing | from 18 |
| Children and teenagersPanda 3-5, Ninja 6-8, Samurai 9-15 · Kids’ and youth martial arts | 3 to 15 |
- No experience needed Every group takes beginners. You start from where you are.
- No fixed start date You join in the week that suits you.
- Classes and open gym time Classes and open gym time run side by side, and neither group takes space from the other.
- Changing rooms and parking Changing rooms, showers, lockers for valuables and free parking are all part of it.
Six class types
The martial arts at a glance
Six class types for adults, plus the women-only class. Many movements come up again in several groups. Each class page describes the content, structure and class times in detail.
Your focus
- AllClass type / class types
- Strikingwith striking
- Close rangeat close range
- Ground fightingwith ground fighting
- Weapons workwith weapons work
- Punch
- Kick
- Ground
MMA
Punching, kicking and ground techniques interlock in MMA. You learn to move between ranges instead of committing to just one.
- Punch
- Kick
Kickboxing
Punches and kicks, footwork and guard: the most direct way into stand-up fighting. You build stamina along the way.
- Punch
Boxing
Precise body mechanics, effective footwork and quick counters. A solid foundation for any other martial art.
- Close range
Wing Chun (Kung Fu)
Wing Chun works at close range. Structure, body axis and how you respond to pressure take centre stage, not brute strength.
- Ground
- no-gi
Ground fighting and grappling
Techniques from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, freestyle wrestling and kickboxing. Training is without a gi, with sparring and rolling sessions.
- Stick
- Knife
Kali and Escrima
Stick and knife training from the Filipino martial arts. Distance, timing and coordination are the focus.
Women only
Fitness Kickboxing and Thai boxing
The women-only group for ages 18 and over runs in the fitness area and is therefore on the page Fitness & LES MILLS in Aachen.
27 styles
under one roof
The sense of distance you learn in kickboxing helps you in MMA, and what you learn on the ground is not lost when you stand up.
Free trial class
How your start works
Join in twice for free, with no obligation and no contract. Four steps from booking a date to making your decision.
Choose a date
You pick the class and your preferred date in advance in the class finder further down this page.
- Class
- Preferred date
Arrive 15 minutes before the start
That leaves enough time to get changed. Changing rooms, showers and lockers for valuables are available on site.
What you bring
- Sportswear
- clean indoor shoes
- something to drink
Any equipment needed can be provided for getting started.
Join in
The session runs as usual, and there is time for your questions afterwards.
- Training
- Your questions
Take your time to decide
No contract is signed at the free trial class. You decide only afterwards, and in your own time.
- 011st free trial class
- 022nd free trial class
- 03Your decision
One-to-one coaching is available in martial arts too, and all our trainers offer personal training in Aachen as well.
For every level
Beginners, switchers and returners
Where are you starting from?
Beginners
First time in the hall
Most people who walk into the hall for the first time have never done martial arts before. The groups are set up for exactly that.
There is no fixed start date you have to catch. You join in the week that suits you.
Switchers
Already trained, looking for a new direction
If you have trained before, you will find several styles under one roof here. You can start with stand-up fighting and add ground fighting later, or the other way round.
Because the classes run in the same building, you do not have to change schools or rearrange your whole training schedule.
Returners
Back after years away
If you come back after years away, you start where your body is today.
Two free sessions are usually enough to tell whether the class, the time and the group suit you.
The building
Floor plan: halls, octagon and boxing ring
The plan shows where everything is in the building: the training halls with the octagon and boxing ring, the changing rooms, the café and the gym. Choose a room to highlight it.
Floor planTap a room
Martial arts school & fitness centre Shouraki
360-degree tour: mat hall and all training areas
Take a look around before your trial: swipe or drag sideways to turn. The arrows on the floor lead into the next room, and "Rooms" jumps straight there.
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Halle 1: Mattenfläche
Drag or swipe sideways to look around
Trainers
Every class has a person behind it
Which trainer you meet depends on the class.
Head trainer
Reza Shouraki
Dai Sifu, owner and head trainer
Founder of the school, focus on Jeet Kune Do. He began wrestling at the age of three and has since trained in a range of martial arts, including Taekwondo, boxing, Wing Chun and Jeet Kune Do.
View trainer profile
The whole team
Other trainers teach at Shouraki, including in Wing Chun, kickboxing, MMA and kids’ and youth classes.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about martial arts training
Which martial art suits you?
In our guide we compare the styles by what they actually demand in training.
What age can I start martial arts at your school?
The adult classes are open from age 16. The women-only class starts at 18. In Kali you train with the stick from age 16 and with the knife from age 18. Children can start from age 3 in kids' and youth martial arts.
Do I need previous experience for martial arts?
No. Every group takes beginners, and the trainers build the exercises so that you start from where you are.
What does the free trial class cost?
Nothing. In the classes you can join in twice for free, with no obligation and no contract. No contract is signed at the free trial class.
What equipment do I need?
To start with, sportswear, clean indoor shoes and something to drink are enough. Any equipment needed can be provided for getting started.
Which martial art suits me?
That depends on your goal: striking, ground fighting, weapons work or self-defence. The class finder further down this page shows you the matching dates. If you are unsure, talk to the trainers on site; the free trial class costs nothing.
Secure your spot
Book a free martial arts trial class
Join in twice for free, with no obligation and no contract. Pick your class and preferred date right here.
Class schedule
Your week at the dojo
Pick a day or switch the calendar view.
The dates are filtered immediately.
Available classes
Classes on the selected day
No class, no timetable
Try the gym
Just pick a day and drop by during our opening hours. How long you train is up to you.
- Free training on the machines
- No fixed time
- Free and non-binding
Open: Monday - Friday 09:00-12:00, Monday - Friday 16:00-21:00, Saturday 12:00-17:00