Home›Acting Classes›Acting›Stage Combat Introduction Stage Combat 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 Stage Combat - An Introduction 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 Acting Course is perfect for anyone wanting to explore combat on stage or screen. You will learn how to make choreographed 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 ID Fight, who deliver certified stage and screen combat training. Your training hours will count towards their BASSC Standard course, certified with the British Academy of Stage & Screen Combat and leads to an industry recognised qualification. *No real blades are used in class. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE Learn combat techniques and choreography through structured exercises and practical drills. 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 22 Nov 2026 Sun 10:30-17:00 1 day Ronin Traynor City Academy, Farringdon £129.00 Book Now 22 Nov 22 Nov 2026 £129.00 Day:Sun Time:10:30-17:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: Ronin Traynor 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. 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. Useful information 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. Is it safe? Yes. All techniques are taught under expert supervision with strict safety guidelines in place. What should I wear? Wear comfortable clothing that allows for easy movement and trainers or soft-soled shoes. 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 Traynor Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 22 Nov 2026 Sun 10:30-17:00 1 day Ronin Traynor City Academy, Farringdon £129.00 Book Now 22 Nov 22 Nov 2026 £129.00 Day:Sun Time:10:30-17:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: Ronin Traynor 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 Introduction' fill in the form below and we will contact you if a space becomes available. First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone Number * Payments options Cancellations Policy Our cancellation policy depends on the course you have booked. Weekly courses and one-day workshopsCancel at least 72 hours before your course starts to receive a full refund, course credit or a free transfer to another available date. Cancellations made within 72 hours will receive course credit instead. Intensive courses of five consecutive days or moreCancel at least 7 days before your course starts to receive a full refund, course credit or a free transfer. Cancellations made with less than 7 days’ notice will usually receive course credit instead. We are unable to offer refunds for missed classes or non-attendance. View terms and conditions Book 2 courses at the same time for 10% Off* Copy code to clipboard Book 3 or more courses for get 20% Off* Copy code to clipboard *Please note 2ORMORE & 3ORMORE - this offer cannot be redeemed against our One year, 3 Month Courses , Private tuition, Tasters, or Resident Companies i.e. Choirs, Musical Theatre or Dance companies. It cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. 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