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All-ages self-defence
Awareness, de-escalation, escape and practical skills taught safely for different ages and abilities.
Starting in Exeter, Devon
Strength.
Friendship.Self-discipline.
Teaching responsible self-defence to all ages. An open-source community for men, women, boys and girls who believe fitness and good friendships can help make life stronger and safer.
Our standard
Strong body
Calm mind
Good heart
Calm mind
Good heart
Love yourself. Respect others. Train together.
We believe fitness and self-discipline are a must—but so are laughter, friendship and belonging. Daren and the Gladiators brings people together to learn useful skills, build confidence and enjoy being part of a great local community.
The weekend arena
Self-defence for all ages. A class for every Gladiator.
On Saturdays and Sundays, clearly marked training areas in parks near you will let members choose the class that suits them.
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Boxing fitness
Pad work, movement and conditioning that build confidence, stamina and control.
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Martial arts
A choice of supervised disciplines, taught with respect and self-discipline at parks in the sun and centres in the rain.
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Weights & strength
Age-appropriate strength and fitness sessions with safe technique and steady progress.
Saturday & Sunday park trainingExeter first · More locations across Devon and England to follow
One community
A great bunch of people.
Beginners are welcome. No one has to prove anything before they arrive. We want adults, families, coaches and local organisers who enjoy fitness, value good friendships and want to help others grow.
Children and young people take part through a parent or guardian, with age-appropriate sessions, safeguarding and responsible supervision.
01Respect
02Fitness
03Discipline
04Friendship
More than training
Big days. Big laughs. Brilliant memories.
Members will come together for great events across Devon—celebrating the friendships we build as well as the work we put in.
Gladiator events
Live musicDevon
Comedians & giggle nightsExeter
Mass community barbecuesFor members
Fitness gatheringsAll levels
The first rule
Safety before ego.
De-escalation and escape come first.
We do not encourage confrontation or carrying weapons. Training must be controlled, supervised and delivered by responsible people with suitable experience. If anyone is in immediate danger, call 999.
Founding community · Exeter, Devon
Join us today.
Be there at the beginning. Train, make friends, share ideas and help bring responsible weekend fitness and self-defence sessions to parks across England.
07347 965526Call now to join the Gladiators