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Teaching Caernarfon since 2001
25 years of helping local children and adults build confidence, fitness and real skills.
Join Us, And Be A Part Of Our PMA Martial Arts Caernarfon Family
MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES IN CAERNARFON
At PMA Martial Arts Caernarfon, our Kids Karate, Kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu programmes change lives. More than fitness: we help kids, teens and adults reach their fitness goals, gain real self-defence skills, and discover important life values.
About PMA Caernarfon
Your Martial Arts Journey in Caernarfon
We’ve been teaching martial arts in Caernarfon since 2001. Our classes help children build confidence, discipline and respect while having fun, and give adults a welcoming place to get fit, learn real self-defence and train with a friendly team, whether you’re a complete beginner or have trained before. Head coach Chris Pritchard and our team of experienced instructors are here to help every student grow, on and off the mat.
What We Teach
Our Programmes
Little Dragons (ages 3 to 6)
Fun, structured classes that build coordination, focus and confidence — the perfect first step into martial arts.
Mon · 04:00 PM
Tue · 04:00 PM
Wed · 04:00 PM
Fri · 04:00 PM
Juniors (ages 7-11)
A fun mix of karate, kickboxing and self-defence in a structured curriculum, with belt progression every three months. Real confidence on and off the mat.
Mon · 04:30 PM
Wed · 04:30 PM
Fri · 04:30 PM
Kids Jiu Jitsu (7-12 years)
Gracie Jiu Jitsu for children — strength, flexibility and leadership skills, taught in a safe and supportive environment.
Tue · 04:45 PM
Thur · 04:45 PM
Junior kickboxing (ages 12-15)
Fast-paced kickboxing that builds stamina, resilience and discipline — a full-body workout teenagers actually enjoy.
Mon · 05:15 PM
Wed · 05:15 PM
Fri · 05:15 PM
Adult Kickboxing
Burn 400+ calories a session while learning real striking technique. Beginners train with beginners — you'll never feel out of your depth.
Mon · 10:30 AM
Mon · 07:30 PM
Tue · 07:30 PM
Wed · 10:30 AM
Wed · 07:30 PM
Thur · 07:30 PM
Fri · 10:30 AM
Brazilian Jiu jitsu
Royce Gracie self-defence, not sport BJJ. A 28-lesson Fundamentals programme covering over 100 real-world techniques.
Mon · 11:00 AM
Mon · 06:30 PM
Wed · 11:00 AM
Wed · 06:30 PM
Fri · 11:00 AM
Self Defence Classes
Practical self defence for all experience levels — defend against grabs, chokes and real-world attacks, and sharpen your everyday awareness.
Mon · 11:00 AM
Mon · 06:30 PM
Wed · 11:00 AM
Wed · 06:30 PM
Fri · 11:00 AM
Instructors
Our Professional Coaches
Chris Pritchard
Head Coach
7th Degree Black Belt. Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu Black Belt. Founder of PMA Martial Arts. My martial arts journey began in 1986. In June 1996, under Roy Stanhope (UKASKO), I earned my first black belt in Karate. Promotions from 2nd to 5th-degree followed in Shukokai Karate and Kickboxing under M.J. Lynn, a 6th-degree from Hanshi Greg Tearney, and in January 2025 my 7th-degree.
Gemma Pritchard
Chief Instructor & Fitness Coach
Gemma is PMA Caernarfon's Chief Instructor and Head Fitness Coach, holding a 5th Degree Black Belt and a Royce Gracie BJJ Blue Belt. With a passion for helping students of all ages reach their potential, Gemma brings energy, expertise, and encouragement to every session.
Monika Rycak
Head Coach – Kids Jiu Jitsu
Monika is the Head Coach for our Kids Jiu Jitsu programme and brings a wealth of experience to the mats. A purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and brown belt in Judo, she combines technical skill with a passion for teaching children. Before joining PMA, Monika proudly represented the Polish National Judo Team as a junior competitor.
Josh Roberts
Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu Coach
Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu Brown Belt | Fundamental & Advanced Jiu Jitsu Coach
Roger Mousley
Kids & Fundamental Jiu Jitsu Coach
Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu 360 Level 1 Coach
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
None at all. Every programme is built for complete beginners through to advanced students — beginners are partnered with beginners, so you'll never feel out of your depth.
What Our Members Say
HERE IS WHAT OUR MEMBERS ARE SAYING
Fantastic place to get fit and learn a new sport. Chris and Gemma treat you like part of the family. You can tell how passionate they all are about getting people into martial arts. I'm so glad I joined. Fitter, stronger and more confident than I was last year.
Jennifer Hughes
Workouts here are a great challenge and make exercising FUN! Brilliant instructors, no class is ever the same which is nice and the atmosphere is very friendly and welcoming. Regret not signing up sooner!
Meagan Jones
Both my boys go to Little Dragons karate lessons. They absolutely love it. Love the classes, teachers, learning and making new friends. It’s not just a karate class. It’s so much more for the whole family. Thank you for all your hard work always.
Amy Stevens
Joined the 6 week kickboxing challenge here. Was a little nervous, but Chris, Gemma and the team are so welcoming and encouraging. Great place to train. And I’ve noticed instant improvement physically - weight loss and muscle definition. Highly recommend
Ailish Harker Roberts
Great team, very patient with the beginners. Dojo always very clean and traditions followed.
Jim B
My daughter has been training with PMA for over 10 years and I have now enrolled my foster son who has struggled with other team sports and karate has helped with his concentration and confidence. He has really grown since working with the PMA team.
Sophia