Chokdee Martial Fitness Academy

Honestly I couldn’t write a stronger review for the guys at chokdee! I used to gym often but needed something different and I certainly found it. Generally I’ve never been happy, with my training but also mindset. Not only getting trained by a world champion coach I feel part of the family. I’m in the adults classes and my 7 year son is in the kids classes which he absolutely loves! Please please please of your thinking about it, do it! Thanks for everything guys!

Absolutely outstanding. Incredibly friendly gym and Rich was incredibly welcoming. My 7 year old loves it. Couldn’t recommend more highly.

Cannot rate Rich highly enough. Since he has been working with Guy things have changed so much for the better. We are seeing a previously shy, timid boy start to blossom and the confidence Guy is developing is phenomenal. Sadly some children are targets at school as others sense their vulnerability. Guy is leaving all that behind. He is making new friends at school and is happier all round. He is more interested in diet and fitness and really looks forward to his sessions!

Trained BJJ with Rich and the guys for a few months this year. Solid training, nice crowd, good rounds, welcoming vibes. Highly recommend if you're in York.

I Recently joined Chokdee and despite only having a couple sessions so far I think it’s a great experience, the coaches have fantastic attitude and made me feel very welcome as beginner.

Recently, I underwent an 8 week PWCB course with the three of the Chokdee coaches (Rich, Leon and Paul). Their instruction and attitude to beginner boxing was excellent, and the training was built up in a logical and safe manner (sparring starting only in week 4, for example). They made everyone feel welcome and positive regardless of skill level, whilst also pushing everyone to achieve their maximum performance. I have only done boxing with Chokdee, but would recommend to anyone wanting to learn a striking martial art (as Rich is a Thai boxer by trade).

We have been bringing our 6 yr old boy Joseph, down to Chokdee for 2 or 3 months now. He loves it. So glad we got recommended to use this gym. It has the lot. Vibrant and positive. Serious and focused. Friendly, safe and fun.

Rich is a world class coach. Not often you get coaching from a two times world champion. Also Great for injury rehabilitation. Thanks Mush

Just had my first session very friendly environment really enjoyed it learnt alot more than I expected to, would recommend to anyone looking to learn how to defend themselves especially for their range of martial arts.

Chokdee Academy is a great establishment to practice martial arts in. Although it is located a short distance from the city centre, it is only a quick drive and there is ample parking space in the area.The head coach has vast professional fighting experience and even when he is not teaching, the most senior members offer excellent classes that are highly educational.I particularly recommend Chokdee for its cleanliness, variety of training equipment, and large interior which allows it to accommodate many students without being crowded.Lessons usually start with drilling several maneuvers to warm up and progress to the study of specific techniques. They also include approximately thirty minutes of optional friendly sparring, or rolling, which is extremely valuable.Students and instructors are friendly and welcoming, making the academy ideal for experienced and beginner practitioners alike.