Our Story
About Train Kickboxing
A community-first kickboxing gym based in Cheltenham, built for everyone aged 11 and up.
Who We Are
Train Kickboxing is the dedicated kickboxing programme from Rob Thornton, founder and head coach of Striking and Grappling Academy — one of Cheltenham's most established martial arts clubs.
After years of building Striking and Grappling Academy and coaching fighters who have competed at the highest levels, Rob wanted to create something focused purely on kickboxing — accessible, family-friendly, and open to everyone aged 11 and up regardless of experience. Train Kickboxing is that programme.
We're based at the Oasis Centre on Cassin Drive, GL51 7SY. Classes run every Monday evening and the door is open to all — young teens, adults, beginners, fitness seekers, and experienced strikers alike.
Meet the Instructors
Our coaches bring real experience and a passion for the sport.
Robert Thornton
Lead Coach — 3rd Dan
President, Lethwei (Burmese Boxing) England · Registered Coach, British Combat Karate Association · Founder, Striking and Grappling Academy
Rob holds a 3rd Dan black belt and is the founder of Striking and Grappling Academy, Cheltenham's multi-discipline martial arts club. As President of Lethwei (Burmese Boxing) England and a registered coach with the British Combat Karate Association, he brings deep expertise across striking disciplines. Rob has trained fighters who have competed at the highest levels, and that experience feeds directly into every session at Train Kickboxing.
Part of the Striking and Grappling Academy family
Train Kickboxing is Rob's dedicated kickboxing programme, run under the umbrella of Striking and Grappling Academy — his established Cheltenham martial arts club offering Karate, Judo, and more.
Visit Striking and Grappling AcademyCome and Train With Us
Ages 11 and up, all levels welcome. Based at the Oasis Centre, Cheltenham. Classes every Monday 6:30pm–7:30pm.
See the Timetable