Who wouldn't like to be fitter and more confident? But do you feel joining a gym or pounding the pavement seems kind of pointless?

At St Thomas Jitsu Club you can improve your strength, coordination, flexibility and confidence by learning the practical self defence martial art - Jiu Jitsu. Jiu Jitsu is a hands-on system that uses simple physics not an individual's strength or power, so it is ideal for men and women of all ages and fitness levels.

Based centrally in St-Thomas Hospital in London, close to Waterloo, Lambeth and Westminster, we are a new club and our basic aim is to teach students how to defend themselves from all manner of attacks, in a friendly and relaxed environment. Your instructor will tailor and adapt each session to meet your individual needs. There are gradings every 3 months which allow you to progress through the belt structure at your own pace from Novice (White) all the way to Black.

As an ancient, traditional martial art, the training is not all about the physical. Techniques you learn and perfect in Jitsu can be used in your professional and daily lives. You may never need to defend yourself from attack but wouldn't it be good to feel you have the skills if you have to?

St-Thomas Jitsu Club is part of The Jitsu Foundation which has more than 100 clubs and over 2,500 members in the UK as well as overseas (www.jitsufoundation.org). We operate on Monday evenings from 7-9pm and also have regional courses focusing on specific themes such as the use of traditional weapons.

Come along in loose comfortable clothes and give us a try!

The Jitsu Foundation is part of the British Jiu Jitsu Association (BJJA).