Kung fu classes in a hired hall
Teach kung fu to children and adults in a hired community hall, one or two evenings a week, and build up a membership.
- £300-1.5k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Estimates for a small start in the UK, not guarantees.
Official data
29,719 UK companies in this field, 28% registered in the last 2 years
SIC 93199 “Other sports activities”. Source: Companies House, November 2026.
What it is
A small kung fu club running regular classes in a rented church hall, community centre or school hall. You teach basic techniques, forms, fitness and self-discipline, with separate children's and adults' sessions.
Your first three steps
- Price up local hall hire for early evenings and weekends, and check which halls are free
- Get a recognised coaching qualification or first aid certificate, and arrange a DBS check and insurance
- Run a low-price taster class and promote it through local Facebook groups, schools and leaflets
Who pays
Parents of children aged around 5 to 14, plus adults looking for fitness, self-defence or a new hobby.
How it makes money
Monthly membership fees or pay-per-class, plus charges for ggradings, belts or sashes, and club T-shirts or uniforms.
Skills that help
- Solid kung fu training and teaching experience
- Patience with children and beginners
- Clear communication and class control
- Basic admin and keeping records
Watch out for
- Public liability insurance, and check whether a governing body or association offers cover with membership
- DBS checks are normally expected when teaching children, check what applies to you
- Safeguarding policy, first aid cover and an accident record book
- Hall hire contracts, notice periods and any rules about equipment storage
- Your own qualifications: the sector is not tightly regulated, so parents will look for evidence of experience and lineage
Deep research report · UK
Everything you need to start: kung fu classes in a hired hall
Researched with live web search for United Kingdom: real startup prices, the licences and rules, what others charge, a break-even example, how to find your first customers and a 30-day launch plan. With sources.
- Startup costs with real prices
- Licences, registration and rules
- Pricing: what others charge
- Break-even example
- Finding your first customers
- 30-day launch plan
- Risks and how to reduce them
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to start a kung fu class?
Startup costs are typically around £300 to £1,500, depending on hall hire, insurance, equipment and any marketing you do. These are estimates, so check hire rates and notice periods with local halls before you plan your budget.
How much can a kung fu instructor earn from classes?
Monthly revenue is typically around £300 to £1,500, depending on how many students join and what you charge per class. These are estimates, and you could start at around 5 hours a week.
What should I check before teaching kung fu to children?
Check public liability insurance, including any cover offered through a governing body, and whether DBS checks apply to you. Also check safeguarding, first aid and accident records, hall hire terms, and how you will show your qualifications to parents.
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