Discover The Hero In You
At STAND Martial Arts Academy®, every student begins a hero’s journey — building Strength Through Awareness, Nurture, and Discipline to STAND tall in life.
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STAND Tall. STAND Proud. STAND Martial Arts.
#NeverBeAfraidToStandOut
Every Hero Has A Story
We believe martial arts is more than fighting — it’s a hero’s journey.
Over the next few months, we are releasing our STAND 7 Heroes Pathway and introducing our BATTLE FOR BALANCE game across all platforms: character profiles, stories, and lessons that reveal what it means to discover the hero in you.
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Join us and discover the Hero in you!
Introducing Us
More Than Just A Martial Art Club
Our Passion Is To Uncover The Hero Within
The Story Behind STAND
STAND Martial Arts Academy® was founded to help people uncover the hero within.
Martial arts is more than kicks and punches — it’s about resilience, self-respect, and transformation.
Our ethos is clear:
STAND = Strength Through Awareness, Nurture, and Discipline.
Led by Founder & Lead Instructor Charlie Bailey, a BMABA-accredited martial arts instructor, our academy provides a safe, disciplined, and inspiring environment for all ages.
STAND Tall. STAND Proud. STAND Martial Arts.
#NeverBeAfraidToStandOut
Charlie Bailey
I am the Founder, Lead Instructor and Designated Safeguarding Lead of STAND. Martial arts gave me strength, discipline and purpose - I truly believe everyone deserves to find the Hero inside themselves.
The STAND 7 Heroes and I will guide all students step by step in a safe, supportive environment.
Have you got what it takes to rise through the ranks?
Email: charlie@stand-academy.com
CHOOSE YOUR PATH (Classes)
Junior Classes ( 7+)
THE HERO’S JOURNEY
Our Hero’s Journey programme is designed for children aged 7+ to grow in confidence, discipline, and self-belief while having fun.
Through exciting martial arts training, they will:
Learn respect, focus, and resilience
Build self-esteem and social confidence
Develop the skills to STAND tall in and out of class
Every belt and milestone is a new “chapter” in their journey — teaching them that with effort and perseverance, they can overcome challenges and discover the hero within themselves and unlock XP and rewards along the way.
Yaxley Queens Park Hall – Monday 18:15 – 19:15
Farcet Village Hall – Wednesday 18:15 – 19:15
Yaxley Queens Park Hall – Friday 18:15 – 19:15
Adult Classes ( 18+)
STAND STRONG
Our STAND Strong programme is designed for adults of all abilities who want to build fitness, resilience, and confidence.
Through structured training, you’ll:
Improve strength, balance, and coordination
Reduce stress and sharpen focus
Develop the discipline to carry into everyday life
Whether you’re stepping onto the mats for the first time or returning to training, STAND Strong gives you the tools to push your limits in a safe, supportive environment.
Yaxley Queens Park Hall- Monday 19:15 – 20:15
Farcet Village Hall – Wednesday 20:15 – 21:15
Yaxley Queens Park Hall – Friday 19:15 – 20:15
STAND ACADEMY SQUAD (SAS)
The Challenger’s Arena
For students ready to test their skills, we offer The Challenger’s Arena — our competition pathway.
This programme is focused on:
Advanced sparring and fight preparation
Strategy, conditioning, and resilience under pressure
Building the mindset to compete with confidence
The Challenger’s Arena is for those who want to push themselves further, representing STAND Academy in competition and learning what it means to rise to the challenge.
Farcet Village Hall – Wednesday 19:15 – 20:15
Competition Pathway — The Challenger’s Arena
A place in the STAND Academy Squad (SAS), is forged through The Challenger’s Arena Pathway.
It is open to those students who are mentally and physically ready to take their training further and compete in regional and national competitions.
Fight class is held every Wednesday, between the children’s and adult classes, making it easy to fit into your weekly schedule if you are ready to take on the challenge.
In The Challenger’s Arena, students are expected to uphold the highest standards of our club:
Demonstrating dedication to fitness, mindset, and resilience
Following the rules and values of STAND at all times
Showing discipline and respect both on and off the mats
Competitors may enter at any level, but a place in The Challenger’s Arena is earned through commitment, discipline, and a willingness to rise to challenges.