Top Martial Arts school in Burscough

At McKinstry Family Karate, it's not only our experience in teaching awesome Martial Arts skills but also our commitment to our values, respect, discipline, integrity, accountability, courage, and technique that makes us the top Martial Arts school in Burscough - here's why:

Respect

We foster a supportive environment where mutual respect is paramount, ensuring every student feels valued.

Discipline

Our structured programs build discipline, enhancing focus and personal growth both on and off the mat.

Integrity

We emphasise honesty and ethical behaviour, helping students become principled martial artists and community members.

Accountability

We teach responsibility for actions and progress, promoting commitment and excellence in all endeavours.

Courage

Our training encourages students to face challenges confidently, building resilience and a proactive mindset.

Technique

With expert instructors and high-quality instruction, we ensure students master essential martial arts skills for self-defence and personal development.

Choosing McKinstry Family Karate means joining a community dedicated to these core values, ensuring a transformative and enriching Martial Arts experience that unlocks confidence and helps our students live their best lives.

Our Programmes

Little Dragons (3-6yr olds)


Our Little Dragons classes are fun and engaging, making learning new skills fun and exciting.At McKinstry Family Karate, we create a nurturing environment for 3-6-year-olds by focusing on our core values - respect, discipline, integrity, accountability, courage, and technique.

With experienced instructors, we teach essential karate skills through age-appropriate methods, ensuring safety and enjoyment.

Choosing McKinstry Family Karate means giving your child a head start in life with values that will benefit them both in and out of the dojang.

Junior Champions (6-14 yr olds)

Our Junior Champions classes at McKinstry Family Karate are designed to boost your child’s confidence through engaging and structured activities. For parents concerned about their child's self-esteem, our program provides a supportive environment where kids aged 6-14 can thrive.

Our classes build confidence by helping children overcome fears and try new things with enthusiasm, empowering them to face challenges head-on.

With experienced instructors, we teach essential karate skills through age-appropriate methods, ensuring that learning is both safe and enjoyable.

Choosing McKinstry Family Karate means giving your child the tools to grow in confidence and character, benefiting them both in and out of the dojang.

Family Training at McKinstry Family Karate


At McKinstry Family Karate, we offer a unique opportunity for families to train together, strengthening family bonds and fostering a supportive environment. Training as a family enhances relationships and provides peer support for all members.

Our classes help build confidence by encouraging families to face challenges together, empowering each member to overcome fears and try new things with enthusiasm.

With experienced instructors, we teach essential karate skills through age-appropriate methods, ensuring that learning is safe, effective, and enjoyable for all ages.

Choosing McKinstry Family Karate means building stronger family connections and developing valuable life skills together, both in and out of the dojang.

Coming Soon! Adult only Classes at McKinstry Family Karate

Our upcoming adult classes at McKinstry Family Karate will be designed to enhance your fitness, flexibility, and overall well-being. Here’s why you’ll benefit from joining our program:

Our classes will build confidence by helping you overcome challenges and try new things with enthusiasm, empowering you to face life’s obstacles head-on.

With experienced instructors, we will teach essential karate skills through effective and safe methods, ensuring that your learning experience is both rewarding and enjoyable.

Choosing McKinstry Family Karate will mean gaining the tools to improve your physical health, mental clarity, and personal resilience, benefiting you in all areas of life. Join us and become part of a supportive community dedicated to your growth and success.

Success Stories

My son has gained so much self-discipline

My little boy started training here just after his 4th birthday.. he is now 7 and a half and still loves his classes! Really great atmosphere, great instructor and my son has gained so much self-discipline along with strength, confidence & fitness. Would 100% recommend! 

Adele Martindale

He is controlling his emotions a lot better

All of my family have classes here. My 7 year old son has been attending classes the longest, as he joined around 2 years ago now. He is the reason we approached Mr McKinstry. Mr McKinstry has helped Coby out immensely with his confidence and he is also controlling his emotions much better than he used to.

The rest of us have joined at different times over the last year.

It is a great form of exercise and teaches the children respect and discipline. I personally love the fact that we're all together, as it's not often you find a class you can do as a family!

Kat Noble

It's great to be able to learn something new together

It's been a year since my daughter and I decided give McKinstry Family Martial Arts a try and I'm so glad we did. As well as keeping us fit and teaching self defence, it's great to be able to learn something new together. Mr. McKinstry finds just the right balance of discipline and tradition and keeping the lesson fun for the younger members. Highly recommended! 

Joel Penn