Practical Combat Methods
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Practical Combat Methods is a Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) school specializing in Kali, Escrima, and Arnis weapons training, Panantukan "Dirty Boxing", and reality-based Self Protection instruction. Founder and Chief Instructor Rob Jones brings 30 years of training experience with certifications across eight combat lineages, including application to personal security and bodyguard work. The school emphasizes practical technique and hosts members-only advanced workshops approximately every two months. Classes combine traditional FMA principles with modern self-defence applications.
- Address
- Bayside Fitness Club, 54 Willis Way, Poole, BH15 3SY, United Kingdom
- Sports
- Jiu Jitsu · Other
Training
- Styles
- Filipino Martial Arts, Dirty Boxing, Self Protection
- Affiliation
- Rapid Arnis International, Shaolin Society, MKG UK, MKG International, RAT, Intensive Training Group, Progressive Fighting Systems and BMABA
Programmes
- Private lessons
Your first visit
- Visiting from another gym
- Visitors welcome
Opening hours
- Monday
- 19:30-21:30
- Tuesday - Sunday
- Closed
Prices
Per class60 min
£10.00Monthlyonce a week60 minNo contract
£35.00Monthlytwice a week60 minNo contract
£50.00Monthly5 times a week60 minNo contract
£70.00One-offPrivate lesson1 person60 min
£45.00One-offPrivate lesson2–4 people60 min
£65.00One-offPrivate lesson5–8 people60 min
£85.00One-offPrivate lesson9–12 people60 min
£105.00From the gym's website, checked 25 September 2026.
Coaches
- Rob Jones
Head coachOther
- Martin Cochrane
Assistant coachOther
Contact
- @practicalcombatmethods
Questions about Practical Combat Methods
Where is Practical Combat Methods?
Practical Combat Methods is at Bayside Fitness Club, 54 Willis Way, Poole, BH15 3SY, United Kingdom.
Which sports does Practical Combat Methods teach?
Practical Combat Methods is listed for Jiu Jitsu and Other.
When is Practical Combat Methods open?
Practical Combat Methods is open Monday 19:30-21:30.
How much does Practical Combat Methods cost?
Prices at Practical Combat Methods: Drop-in: £10.00 a class, BASIC MEMBERSHIP: £35.00 a month, STANDARD MEMBERSHIP: £50.00 a month, PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP: £70.00 a month, Private 1-on-1: £45.00 one-off, SMALL GROUPS : 2-4 STUDENTS: £65.00 one-off, SMALL GROUPS : 5-8 STUDENTS: £85.00 one-off and SMALL GROUPS : 9-12 STUDENTS: £105.00 one-off.
Can I train at Practical Combat Methods when visiting from another gym?
Yes. Practical Combat Methods welcomes visitors from other gyms.
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