Real photographs from the club’s official website, showing the main and secondary dojos at Soho Hill and the instructors. Photo source
Zen-Shin Martial Arts Academy
KickboxingKarateKids classesBeginnersWomen only
Kickboxing, Karate
Styles
Free trial class
Price
Handsworth
Area
Description
A family-run martial arts academy established in 1980, teaching traditional Shotokan karate and kickboxing at its full-time studios on Soho Hill in Handsworth. The centre has two matted dojos, and classes run for children from age 5, juniors and seniors, plus a ladies-only kickboxing class.
Classes & facilities
Shotokan karate, member of the English Karate Federation
Two matted dojos, classes six days a week
Ladies-only kickboxing
Before you visit
Book a free trial lesson online; if a class is full, text the academy to join the waiting list. There is a car park for members.
Checked 27 October 2026 · Gym information.
Prices & membership
A free trial lesson can be booked online; membership prices are not published on the website.
Timetable
Kickboxing Tue and Thu 7:15pm–8:15pm (ladies-only Thu); karate classes six days a week
Website
https://zen-shin.co.uk/Location
Approximate postcode location. Use the address for directions.
Address
176 Soho Hill, Handsworth, Birmingham B19 1AL
Birmingham, United Kingdom
