Swift Kick
Martial Arts Academy
ABOUT US
Swift Kick Martial Arts Academy was born from a vision, a dream, a desire. The Name, logo and concept was drafted up long before the idea was first brought to life in November 2015. We operate similar to a not for profit organisation as we use money earned to purchase new equipment, and provide additional training courses to our students. Our future expectation is to be in a good financial position that will allow us to offer an in house college grant assistance to our members.
Swift Kick Martial Arts Academy is committed to providing a stimulating, creative and fun environment to meet the social, emotional, cognitive and physical needs of your child. We offer various styles of Martial Arts and classes which include; Kickboxing, Satory Do Martial Arts, Sin Moo Hapkido, Sanshin-ryu Jujitsu, Boxing for Fitness, Fitness Classes, Air-floor sessions, Weapons Demonstrations, and Open Hand Demonstrations(Forms). Styles or classes that do not appear on our timetable are available for private lessons subject to instructor availability.
You can relax knowing that you or your child is in good hands as all our instructors have years of experience and are trained to the highest standard. At a minimum they are trained in First Aid, are Garda Vetted, have completed Safeguarding 1 (originally the code of ethics for young children and vulnerable adults), Also completed the Level 1 coaching requirement and of course they are Black Belts that are Recognised by Sport Ireland and the Irish Martial Arts Commission.
All our volunteers and helpers will have been trained in First Aid, Garda Vetted and have completed Safeguarding 1 (originally the code of ethics for young children and vulnerable adults).
Furthermore you can have a sense of comfort knowing you will be attending a facility that is kept up-to the highest standards(possibly in the country) with our clean and friendly environment, also our regularly updated protocols in relation to Child Safeguarding, Health & Safety, COVID 19.
MISSION STATEMENT;
Our mission at Swift Kick Martial Arts Academy is to pass knowledge and experience of the martial arts onto others through a fun and friendly environment for self-defence and fitness. Our students are the core of Swift Kick Martial Arts Academy and our aim is to help each student reach their full potential by providing a clear curriculum to help in that process. We hope to encourage as many individuals and families to lead a healthier lifestyle, and to show them the positive benefits of the martial arts and we will be here to assist them in reaching their martial arts and fitness-related goals
Our aims are based on the above mission statement:
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To make Martial Arts accessible to all families of all nationalities from the local community and surrounding areas.
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To provide a safe environment in which you/your child are encouraged to learn and develop new skills through martial arts.
Benefits of Martial Arts
Physical
If practiced regularly it will provide a cardiovascular workout, it will help develop, muscle tone, strength, flexibility balance and concentration, it is considered to be an effective total body workout. In a recent study by US Fitness magazine it was proven that a kickboxing class can burn an impressive 800 calories an hour. It will help maintain weight and body fat controls and bone density. The skill taught can be used in self-defence, if needed. (Kickboxing Ireland, 2014)
Psychological
It is considered to be calming and relaxing, it requires a high degree of concentration and focus to be able to deliver the multiple movements, punches and kicks. Focus is often on helping body and spirit feel centred and connected to each other. (Kickboxing Ireland, 2014)
Lifestyle Benefits
It can be practiced alone or with others. Group introduction is widely available, it is accessible to people of wildly ranging ages and fitness levels, equipment in the initial stages is minimal and equipment is primarily inexpensive. (Kickboxing Ireland, 2014)
Meet The Team
Ferdia Grant
Head Instructor
4th Dan Black Belt Kickboxing
4th Dan Black Belt Sin Moo Hapkido
X Belt Satory Do Martial Arts
Purple Belt Sanshin-Ryu Jujitsu
First Aid Trained
Garda Vetted
Level 1 Coaching (KBI/IMAC)
Safeguarding 1
Jessica Grant
Head Instructor
4th Dan Black Belt Kickboxing
2nd Dan Black Belt Satory Do Martial Arts
First Aid Trained
Garda Vetted
Level 1 Coaching (KBI/IMAC)
Safeguarding 1
Teresa Grant
Children's Officer
3rd Dan Black Belt Kickboxing
First Aid Trained
Garda Vetted
Safeguarding 1
Safeguarding 2
Safeguarding 3
LOCATION
Swift Kick Martial Arts Academy,
Unit 5,
Main Street,
Newtownmountkennedy,
Co. Wicklow
CLASS STYLES
FORMS &
WEAPONS
Kickboxing comprises boxing and kicking techniques, to forum combinations. Practiced doing air drills, defences, pad work, bag work and sparring (routines & free-spar) in semi contact, light contact, full contact, K1, kick light and low kick.
Sin Moo Hapkido is a Korean Martial Art, which combines the soft styles of Hapkido, Kung Fu and Judo along with aggressive Korean techniques. There are hundreds/thousands of techniques, for all different kinds of self defence situations. It was developed by Grand-master Ji Han Jae.
In SATORY DO, the aim here is to develop in a fighter the speed of a point fighter, the heart of a full contact fighter, the toughness of a knockdown fighter and the mind of a old Master who has experienced everything that could possibly happen in a fight.
Forms and Weapons are a non-contact element of kickboxing. They are made up of various moves and combinations to form a demonstration, the demonstration displays a synchronised routine to stimulate a fighting situation.
Sanshin-ryu is translated as: School of three minds.
Jujitsu is translated as: gentle art.
The three minds refer to the three main styles or schools of thought that were used to create the system. They are:
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Kobayashi-ryu shorin-ryu Shorin-kan Karate
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Kodenkan Danzan-ryu Jujitsu
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Kodokan Judo
Air Floor
Session
Boxing for
Fitness
KICK-
Boxercise /
Kickboxing
for Fitness
Fighting
Shape
Fitness
Class
Boxing for fitness class designed to assist weight loss, muscle tone, increased fitness and all the fun of training like a boxer without the contact.The typical structure of the class will be a warm up including basic techniques, five rounds of bag work three minutes long which will focus on either combinations, pyramid, cardio, legs or abs.
This class is based on a boxing for fitness program that has been modified to facilitate kicking routines. This will provide a more diverse group of muscles being worked out during the class. The typical structure of the class will be a warm up including basic techniques, five rounds of bag work three minutes long which will focus on either combinations, pyramid, cardio, legs or abs.
This class will vary from session to session combining boxing for fitness, kick-boxercise, Thai-boxercise, Fitness training, circuit training, TABATA, etc. A full varied workout combining a variety of disciplines on different days, so don’t miss training as you never know what you might be missing out on.
This session is a practice session using the Air floor to learn and land new tricks. Previous experience essential and must notify in advance to see if you are eligible. Also Limited numbers allowed per session.
This class is a fitness program that will focus on different areas of the body on different days. Not just focusing on muscle groups but cardio and speed as well. It will be conducted using different fitness regimes like circuit training, TABATA, etc. It will provide a more diverse group of muscles being worked out during the class. The typical structure of the class will be a warm up, demonstration of the exercises for the class, workout, cool down.
Class Styles not listed on the timetable can be done through private lessons subject to instructor availability
CLASS SCHEDULE
Upcoming Closure Dates 2025* ;
(dates may change on short notice)
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Monday 3rd of February; Bank Holiday
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Saturday 15th of February; SKMAA Grading
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Thursday March TBC; 4-6yr & 7-14yr Classes will be held aprox 30mins earlier. No teenager & adults classes due to Hapkido grading in Bray
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Monday 17th of March; St Patrick’s Day
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Saturday Middle of April; Club Competition TBC
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Monday 21st of April; Bank Holiday
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Monday 5th of May; Bank Holiday
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Monday 2nd of June; Bank Holiday
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Thursday June TBC; 4-6yr & 7-14yr Classes will be held aprox 30mins earlier. No teenager & adults classes due to Hapkido grading in Bray
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Saturday 7th of June; SKMAA Grading
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JULY & AUGUST SUMMER TIMETABLE COMES INTO EFFECT (see below)
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SUMMER BREAK; Either 2 weeks or two 1 week breaks (no summer break this year it will be taken later in the year)
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Monday 4th of August; Bank Holiday
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Saturday Middle of August; Club Competition TBC
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Thursday September TBC; 4-6yr & 7-14yr Classes will be held aprox 30mins earlier. No teenager & adults classes due to Hapkido grading in Bray
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Saturday October TBC; SKMAA Grading
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Monday 27th of October; Bank Holiday
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Friday 31st of October; Halloween
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Thursday December TBC; 4-6yr & 7-14yr Classes will be held aprox 30mins earlier. No teenager & adults classes due to Hapkido grading in Bray
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Saturday Middle of December; Club Competition TBC
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2 week CHRISTMAS BREAK; Last class TBC December, Reopen TBC January 2026
*Dates are subject to change and can change without notice in circumstances such as;
Emergencies, Bereavements, Red or Bad Orange Weather Warnings, Pandemic, etc.
PRICES
Annual Registration fee of Approx €27 to be paid directly through the Rsportz system after Free trial period.
Term prices
The Kickboxing for Fitness is run on a term of approximately 5-6weeks attending twice a week, with access to online recordings and full classes.
€50 for the term
Add the Boxing for Fitness for €25 so €75 for both!
Kickboxing for Fitness
The 4-6years Martial arts term is run over approximately 16 weeks, attending once a week.
€120 for the full term upfront
€140 for the term if paid in two installments of €70.
4-6years Martial Art
The Boxing for Fitness is run on a term of approximately 5-6weeks attending twice a week, with access to online recordings and full classes.
€50 for the term
Add the Kickoxing for Fitness for €25 so €75 for both!
Boxing for Fitness
7-14 Years / Teenager & Adults prices
Pay As You Go €10
10 class pass €90
Beginner Membership
Beginner Membership entitles you to attend one class per week.
€35 per month no fixed term
Save 15% on a 12 month term so
€29.75 per month
Save 30% when paid up front for the year which is equivalent to
€24.50 per month
Intermediate Membership
Intermediate Membership entitles you to attend two classes per week.
€60 per month no fixed term
Save 15% on a 12 month term so
€51 per month
Save 30% when paid up front for the year which is equivalent to
€42 per month
Black Belt Membership
Black Belt Membership entitles you to attend 2+ classes per week.
€85 per month no fixed term
Save 15% on a 12 month term so
€72.25 per month
Save 30% when paid up front for the year which is equivalent to
€59.50 per month
CONTACT
ADDRESS:
SWIFT KICK MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY,
UNIT 5,MAIN STREET, NEWTOWNMOUNTKENNEDY
E-mail: SKMAA@outlook.com
Tel: 086-233-6264
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WHAT PEOPLE SAY
P,
Google Review
They are so professional and they only have your best interest at heart. They are education-driven, and are absolutely fantastic with the kids. Can't recommend them highly enough.
Mark Muscleworx Kilcoole,
Facebook Review
Great club with two very competent instructors, nice genuine people, who really go beyond the norm too deliver excellent classes. Always very welcoming, allowing all to progress at their own ability.
I have yet to not enjoy a class 🙂
Stephen Heffernan,
Facebook Review
They are outstanding in their dedication, care & professionalism. In these tough times the time & effort put into the proper training of young people is over & above. This ethos is carried on from preCovid & it is to be applauded. As a club the facilities are excellent and the care shown in all facets of training is excellent. I can't say enough about the club only to recommend that if you have anyone interested then go see what I'm on about. You won't regret it. Fantastic club & proud that my son is a part of it.
