Positive Steps

Positive Steps Delivering martialarts programs which help reduce violence and conflict effectively.

Community Interest Company, Traineeships, Level 2 Courses, Education, Martial arts

Good MMA session for our lads today with the external MMA coach Chris Thirkell
31/08/2026

Good MMA session for our lads today with the external MMA coach Chris Thirkell

05/07/2026

Single legs in, run the pipe finishes. Northern Kings grinding the details that win rounds.

This is the work nobody sees but everybody feels when it matters. Session after session, shot, drive, finish. Grinding it in until it’s automatic.

Come train with us at Northern Kings.

Training MMA does something for the mind that few other things can. When you are on the mat, the racing thoughts go quie...
17/06/2026

Training MMA does something for the mind that few other things can. When you are on the mat, the racing thoughts go quiet, because your full attention is on what is in front of you. For a young person whose head never seems to switch off, that hour of peace is worth everything.

It burns off stress, lifts your mood, and helps you sleep. It builds a community that knows your name and is glad you turned up. We will always be honest that it is not a replacement for proper support, but as a way to build confidence and release pressure, it is one of the best tools we have ever found.

At Positive Steps, we believe no young person is a lost cause. We work with 12 to 25 year olds across the North East, gi...
16/06/2026

At Positive Steps, we believe no young person is a lost cause. We work with 12 to 25 year olds across the North East, giving them a way into martial arts and a reason to keep showing up. For a lot of them, that matters more than people realise.

It keeps them off the streets, away from trouble, and pointed in a better direction than the one they were heading down.
The sport is really just the door.

Once they walk through it, they find discipline, confidence, structure, and people who actually believe in them. We have watched young people turn their whole lives around on the mat, one session at a time. That is what we are here for, and we are not going anywhere.

12/06/2026

Armbar from guard, one of the essential techniques every martial artist should know.

Our students were drilling the basics this week, sharpening their technique and building a strong foundation. Never underestimate the fundamentals, mastering the basics is what helps create complete martial artists.

Every young person has energy, passion, and the desire to prove themselves. The difference is where that energy is direc...
07/06/2026

Every young person has energy, passion, and the desire to prove themselves. The difference is where that energy is directed. Crime can lead to lost opportunities, broken families, and a future full of regret. MMA teaches discipline, respect, confidence, and self control. It turns frustration into focus, anger into determination, and potential into achievement. Step into the gym, build your mind and body, and choose a path that creates champions not statistics.

Last weekend, one of our students stepped onto the competition mats at BJJ247 Newcastle and put in a fantastic performan...
03/06/2026

Last weekend, one of our students stepped onto the competition mats at BJJ247 Newcastle and put in a fantastic performance.

Michael secured a submission victory with an arm triangle in his first match before narrowly losing on points in his second. His efforts earned him a silver medal and 2nd place in his bracket. 🥈

We’re incredibly proud of Michael for his dedication, hard work, and willingness to test himself in competition. He continues to set a great example for all of our young athletes.

Well done, Michael! 👏💪

31/05/2026

Iron Sharpens Iron ⚔️

Working some 2 on 1s into single legs entries with the lads from Northern Kings. They’re all progressing really fast and are looking to get some competition experience very soon.

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From Street Crime to Street Respect: Real Stories of Transformation Through MMAPositive Steps NE CIC helps young people ...
22/05/2026

From Street Crime to Street Respect: Real Stories of Transformation Through MMA

Positive Steps NE CIC helps young people from difficult backgrounds transform their lives through MMA training by building confidence, discipline, respect and resilience. With positive mentors, structure and support, participants move away from crime and negative behaviour toward healthier, more positive futures.

The Crime Connection: Why Young People Turn to the Streets and How MMA Changes ThatMany young people become involved in ...
21/05/2026

The Crime Connection: Why Young People Turn to the Streets and How MMA Changes That

Many young people become involved in crime due to a lack of direction, support, confidence, and positive opportunities. Positive Steps NE CIC uses MMA training to provide structure, discipline, mentorship and a strong community, helping young people build confidence, improve mental health and stay away from crime and negative influences.

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