Home›Acting Classes›Acting›Stage Combat – An Introduction Stage Combat - An Introduction BOOK NOW Details Booking & timetable Venues Tutors From slaps and hair pulls to punches, kicks and knife* technique, stage combat is a vital skill for many actors. This practical Acting Course is designed to give you a safe, thorough introduction to unarmed and armed combat techniques, helping you to bring fight scenes to life without risk of injury. Suitable for complete beginners, this course is perfect for anyone with an interest in theatre, musical theatre or film. You will learn how to make stage fights look convincing while keeping both you and your scene partner safe. Guided by an experienced fight instructor, you will explore choreography, timing and character work, gaining skills you can apply in productions across multiple genres. This course is delivered in association with Independent Drama. Your training hours will count towards the recognised academy hours needed for a professional Fight CV, as well as towards more advanced accreditation courses with the British Academy of Stage & Screen Combat. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE More than an acting class, this is your opportunity to unlock your creativity and discover what you can bring to the stage. Gain specialist skills that enhance your acting CV Learn to approach fight scenes with confidence and safety Build trust and teamwork skills by working closely with scene partners Enjoy a fun, physical and highly engaging training environment Develop physical coordination, timing and control Lay the groundwork for advanced stage combat qualifications Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 29 Aug 2026 Sat 10:30-17:00 1 day Ronin Traynor City Academy, Farringdon £129.00 Book Now 22 Nov 2026 Sun 10:30-17:00 1 day Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £129.00 Book Now 29 Aug 29 Aug 2026 £129.00 Day:Sat Time:10:30-17:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: Ronin Traynor Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 22 Nov 22 Nov 2026 £129.00 Day:Sun Time:10:30-17:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: Acting Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close Stage Combat Techniques Learn fundamental stage combat techniques, including unarmed combat and introductory knife work. *No real blades are used in class. Choreographed Fights Apply your skills through choreographed fight sequences, building control, confidence and performance accuracy. Fight Partner Skills Work effectively with a fight partner, developing clear communication, trust and safe collaboration. Safety Principles Understand essential safety principles and learn how to recognise good and bad stage combat practice. Acting the Fight Combine technique with character, intention and storytelling to make every fight feel dramatically grounded. Audience Impact Learn how to perform fights convincingly for an audience, whether approached from a stage or screen perspective. Further Training Build a strong foundation for further stage combat training and future professional accreditation. Useful information 1 Do I need any previous combat or acting experience? No, this course is suitable for complete beginners as well as actors looking to refresh or expand their skills. 2 Is it safe? Yes. All techniques are taught under expert supervision with strict safety guidelines in place. 3 What should I wear? Wear comfortable clothing that allows for easy movement and trainers or soft-soled shoes. 4 Will I be assessed? This course focuses on building core skills rather than formal assessment, but your hours will count towards professional accreditation with the British Academy of Stage & Screen Combat. Want to learn more? After you have completed your course - we recommend continuing your journey on one of the following courses: Screen Acting Classes Acting Classes Method Acting Classes Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors Ronin TraynorActing Tutors Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 29 Aug 2026 Sat 10:30-17:00 1 day Ronin Traynor City Academy, Farringdon £129.00 Book Now 22 Nov 2026 Sun 10:30-17:00 1 day Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £129.00 Book Now 29 Aug 29 Aug 2026 £129.00 Day:Sat Time:10:30-17:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: Ronin Traynor Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 22 Nov 22 Nov 2026 £129.00 Day:Sun Time:10:30-17:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: Acting Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close ADD ME TO THE WAITING LIST If you'd like to be added to the waiting list for 'Stage Combat – An Introduction' fill in the form below and we will contact you if a space becomes available. First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone Number * PAYMENT OPTIONS You are welcome to join the course up to the second class. ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course. Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833. CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 10 Herbal Hill, London EC1R 5EG. If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course. INDUSTRY TUTORS City Academy tutors are experienced artists and performers that work in the industry. If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance. CANCELLATIONS POLICY We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking. We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend. (For more information please see our terms and conditions) Want to learn more? After you have completed your course - we recommend continuing your journey on one of the following courses: Screen Acting Classes Acting Classes Method Acting Classes City Academy, Farringdon Closest Station: Farringdon Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden View Details Get Directions Want to learn more? After you have completed your course - we recommend continuing your journey on one of the following courses: Screen Acting Classes Acting Classes Method Acting Classes All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class. Ronin Traynor View Profile Acting Tutors View Profile Want to learn more? After you have completed your course - we recommend continuing your journey on one of the following courses: Screen Acting Classes Acting Classes Method Acting Classes
