About Us
Welcome to STMA (Shaolin Tigers Martial Arts) Academy Reading, Scours Lane Branch which is owned/run by (ex.World Champion Kickboxer)/ 4th Dan Black Belt Instructor Dan Eden.
Shaolin Tigers is a long-standing Martial Arts club originally founded by Chief Instructor Frank Bowen-Aquilina. Our brand new totally refurbished STMA Academy Reading branch is one of the largest Martial Arts Academies in the UK. it is over 3,000 square ft with an upstairs area which houses Berkshire’s only MMA cage. It also has a downstairs area with a reception/large ring/matted area including specialist training equipment and multiple punch bags. Shaolin Tigers Martial Arts have been established since 1984 and have trained multiple world champions over five decades.
Shaolin Tigers Martial Arts Club is a fun, friendly and safe environment to train various martial arts from Muay Thai/K1 Kickboxing, MMA and Boxing. Whether your goal is to learn self-defence techniques, improve cardio/fitness, enhance your kickboxing or boxing skills or you simply want to relive some stress, we can help.
We help the community with both junior & adult martial arts and boxing classes on every day of the week. Shaolin Tigers help keep kids off the street and boost self-defence/self-awareness & self-confidence as well as both Mental/Physical issues.
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What others have to say….
I’ve been training with Shaolin Tigers on and off for the last 10 years but more seriously for the last 5 years. It’s an excellent club for all ages and genders. Fun and engaging lessons with a good mix of bag work, pad work, drills, exercises, and sparring for the more advanced classes. STMA offers competitive rates and deals on equipment. All the instructors are highly knowledgeable in their fields and provide excellent professional guidance, support, and technical advice. I would highly recommend this club to anyone who wants to learn a skill, get fit, fight in tournaments, go through a grading system, or just have a bit of fun. You won’t be disappointed. By far the best facility around in the area, especially with the cage.
Joshua Farnsworth
My son was really nervous on his first visit to STMA, can’t keep him away now. Made new friends, getting fitter, learning a new activity and really enjoying a new challenge. Highly recommend, a friendly atmosphere and we’ve had a first class experience.
Alan Meechan
Really good place iv just started last week im back tomorrow I can't wait to get in there dan and his team are fantastic you all show respect to each other after training is over I not only learn about mma but more about myself how hard I can push my limits I got alot to learn from these guy and I can't wait. 10/10
Daniel Rogers
Best Martial Arts & MMA gym in the area! No matter the level of your abilities, all trainers are professional and welcoming, tailoring sessions to your abilities! Whether you’re prepping for a fight, or looking to get fit…this is the place to be!
Jakub Snopko
I have been training with STMA for over 10 years, I cannot thank the club enough for the training and guidance provided over the years. Everybody is always welcomed into the club regardless of level or experience and always encouraged to reach their full potential. I now have a family and my eldest son is a member training twice a week…his overall technique, concentration and respect has been improving week by week with the correct teaching in place. I would highly recommend STMA training to improve your own goals (even if it’s for your own fitness) as there are programs / classes in place for all levels of ability, but especially for your children…you will see for yourself the improvement from day 1!!!
DANIEL WARD
Wow what a fresh and friendly new club, very professional, fab communication and amazing with children. There are multiple classes on during the week which allows flexibility around our own busy Schedule. Currently my two boys attend junior classes but have seen many young laddies in the classes too showing just as much enthusiasm, my boys absolutely love it, they are on the go from the moment the walk in, it’s fun and energetic, incorporating skill and discipline all at once. Can’t wait to give it a go myself. Would highly recommend for children and adults alike!
nemo7elvis
Really friendly and knowledgeable staff. Classes are both great for fitness and high level technical advice. Best facilities in the Reading area. Overall a really enjoyable and good value place to train. Would highly recommend.
Alex Reeves
My 7 years old son and his friend really enjoyed the training. They. Can't wait to go again. Really friendly place. The trainers are so professional. It is great you are abble to see the training from the top. Nicely set up gym.
sattilus
Dan and the team are brilliant! They help all from beginners to the experienced, The gym is also next level with new equipment still being added. I would 100% recommend Dan and the team to anyone! Thanks for you help guy and keep up the great work
Kevin Hellawell
Awesome new gym supporting Shaolin Tigers Martial Arts. Well equipped, friendly, teaching and supporting all ages and abilities. Dan Eadon the Owner is professional and helpful as are his instructors. A great place to train and develop your martial arts/MMA skills!
Alex Wright
Shaolin Tigers Academy at Reading is the best gym in Berkshire I have trained in. The facilities there are amazing and especially when the new cage is installed in December. I have been with Shaolin Tigers for around 25 years and loved every session with them as all the instructors and students are amazing. So I really do recommend going here.
Karl Singer
Very impressed with this place. Bright, large area with viewing balcony. The instructors are highly trained and the owner, Dan, is particularly good with children and manages to keep the young ones focused. Well done!
Vivien Rowe
Benji and Mia enjoy training at STMA, we have been going to the Wokingham one but defo will try Dan's brand new academy.
melinda deak
Friendly atmosphere.with great training.my son loves it and loves the fact he’s part of a club.he’s met some great people.
A Mac
This is my first time learning a new skill and these guys have been amazing, very patient and helpful, they get the best out of you every session and im learning something new each time , there facilities are amazing with various bags and equipment they also have a boxing ring and an up and coming mma cage, there membership and single session prices are really good too, i highly reccomend.
T3000
Great place to train! All new facilities with experienced trainers! Always looking forward to my next training sessions!
billy oneill
Fantastic set-up for kids and adults of all standards.
Graham Corker
CLEAN SPACE, UPDATED EQUIPMENT, EASY PARKING,FRIENDLY STAFF AND GREAT TRAINERS.
Giampiero Pierro
Amazing Gym loved the place