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AEGIS Academy Introduction - Leeds East Academy
- May 2
- 3 min read
Martial Arts Classes in Killingbeck, Seacroft, Roundhay, Oakwood, Thorner & Garforth
If you're searching for martial arts classes in Killingbeck, Seacroft, Roundhay, Oakwood, Thorner or Garforth, families across East Leeds are discovering a program designed to build confidence, discipline and life skills—not just teach punches and kicks.
The Leeds East academy of AEGIS Martial Arts supports children, adults and families from across East Leeds, offering structured martial arts training in a positive, welcoming environment. With more than 40 years of martial arts teaching behind the AEGIS system, the focus is on helping students grow in confidence, fitness and personal development while learning practical self-defence skills.
Serving Families Across East Leeds
The Leeds East location proudly welcomes students from:
Killingbeck
Seacroft
Roundhay
Oakwood
Thorner
Crossgates
Other surrounding East Leeds areas
This makes it an ideal choice for parents looking for children’s classes near Roundhay, kids karate in Seacroft, or family martial arts classes in Killingbeck.
The academy’s mission is simple—help families thrive through structured karate training that develops both physical skills and life skills.
Meet the Instructors
Senior Master Chrissy Foulds – Chief Instructor
Senior Master Chrissy Foulds began martial arts while looking for a new hobby and to improve her own self-defence skills when walking home from work in the evenings. As she progressed through training, she discovered the wider benefits martial arts could offer—not just for herself, but for families and children too.
After earning her Black Belt, she chose to teach so she could help others experience the same confidence, growth and personal development. Today, her favourite part of running the Leeds East academy is watching students grow in both confidence and skill as they progress through their martial arts journey.
Master Ashleigh Gibson – Program Director
Master Ashleigh Gibson supports students across all age groups and helps ensure every student receives high-quality coaching, encouragement and structure throughout their training journey.
All instructors are certified black belts, DBS checked, fully insured and professionally trained in teaching the AEGIS system safely and effectively.
A Facility Designed for Families
The Leeds East academy provides a professional training environment designed for safety, comfort and long-term development, including:
Full safety-matted training area
Large range of high-quality training equipment
On-site pro shop for protective equipment
Parent seating area
Car parking with electric car charging port
These features help create a welcoming space where both children and parents feel comfortable from their very first visit.
Classes for All Ages
Families from Killingbeck, Roundhay and surrounding areas can choose from:
Each program is designed to build confidence, discipline, focus and self-defence skills while keeping training fun and engaging. The academy also offers family classes for parents who want to train alongside their children.
More Than Just Punching & Kicking
Unlike many after-school activities, the curriculum focuses heavily on personal development.
Students are encouraged to grow in:
Confidence
Leadership
Discipline
Respect
Focus
Fitness
Self-defence skills
The goal is to help children become future leaders in their community while giving adults and families a fun, motivating way to stay active and improve together.
What Parents Are Saying
Here’s what one local parent had to say:
“This place is fantastic… his confidence… grow.”
Sarah, a parent of an 8-year-old student, shared how much she has enjoyed watching her son’s confidence improve while training, alongside the fitness and skill development he gains from classes. She also highlighted how friendly and professional the instructors are.
Another family shared:
“The teachers are all excellent…”
One parent explained that joining family classes helped both them and their daughter improve confidence, fitness and quality family time together—showing how powerful martial arts can be for the whole household.
Why Families in East Leeds Choose AEGIS
Experienced black belt instructors
Strong focus on life skills and leadership
Safe, structured learning environment
Classes for all ages
Professional academy facilities
Free trial lessons available
Even local parents discussing karate class options in Leeds often highlight the value of family classes and confidence-building programmes, which makes this style of training especially attractive for children and parents training together.
Try Karate Near Killingbeck Today
If you’re based in Killingbeck, Seacroft, Roundhay, Oakwood, Thorner or Garforth, this academy offers a convenient and supportive environment to start your martial arts journey.
Whether you're looking to boost your child’s confidence, improve fitness, or find an activity the whole family can enjoy, a free trial lesson is the perfect place to begin.
Your child’s confidence journey could start with just one lesson.
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