
ABOUT REAL SSK
About REAL SSK
Real SSK is a modern martial arts community built on decades of experience — and one mission: to help people get stronger, sharper and more confident, through high-impact training that actually works.
Our roots go deep. Led by Peter Kennedy, who's been teaching and training in martial arts for over 50 years, the Real SSK team is made up of expert instructors — all Black Belts with serious experience and warm smiles. We’ve trained under traditional systems, competed at high levels, and now we’re bringing that knowledge into a space that’s built for real people, not just fighters.
At its core, Real SSK blends the power and discipline of Northern Shaolin Kung Fu (specifically Long Fist / Ch’ang Ch’uan) with the raw athleticism of Sanda (Chinese Kickboxing) and Shuai Jiao (Chinese Wrestling).
What you get is a martial arts practice that’s:
Powerful for self-defence
Effective for strength and conditioning
Grounded in tradition, but built for the modern world
No flashy performance moves here — just proven techniques, real contact, and a welcoming, energetic training vibe.
Whether you're looking for a new challenge, a fresh fitness routine, or just want to punch something (with great technique), come and train with us.
MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS
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Sifu Peter Kennedy
FOUNDER & CHIEF INSTRUCTOR
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Sifu Chris Dodds
DEPUTY INSTRUCTOR
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Sifu Ed Frosztega
ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR
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Jonathan Socrates
ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR
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Sifu Michael Nelson Cole
SHUAI JIAO MASTER
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Sifu Ryan Williams
SENIOR INSTRUCTOR
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Sifu Jake Fitzpatrick
CHIEF INSTRUCTOR (NORTH WALES)
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Sifu Elena Fitzpatrick
NATIONAL SECRETARY (WALES)
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Sifu Gethin Williams
CLASS INSTRUCTOR
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Sifu Matthew Bithell
CLASS INSTRUCTOR
WHERE WE TRAIN
Find a Class That Fits Your Life
We run Real SSK classes across a growing number of locations across the UK — with sessions available most evenings and weekends. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up, there’s a class near you with the right energy, the right coaching, and the right community.
Check out our current locations and training times below — and come train with us.
Hours
10.30am – 12.30pm Saturday
London East, Bow
Our Lady & St Catherine of Siena RC Church
177 Bow Rd, London, E3 2SG
Hours
Monday 6.30pm - 8.15pm
Wednesday 7.30pm - 9.15pm
Friday 5.30pm - 7.15pm (Invitation only)
London City & Central
Carole Young Community Centre,
Cranston Estate,
London, N1 5EH
Hours
7am – 8pm Weekdays
9am – 3pm Weekends
London North, Finchley
Hours
Monday 6.30pm – 8.30pm
Wednesday 6.00pm – 7.00pm
North Wales, Bethesda
The Community Centre,
Cylch Meirthrin, Tanrhiw Road, Tregarth, Bangor, LL57 4AW
Hours
Fridays 5.30pm – 6.30pm
Online Classes
Our Online Class Calendar can be found here and login details will be provided to you once you have registered for a class.