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X Martial Arts Sheffield<\/a> are offering a free monthly class in Nether Edge for men to connect through martial arts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

‘Martial Arts for Mental Health’ is a safe space where people can meet others and feel a sense of belonging and purpose while doing physical exercise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The owner of X Martial Arts Sheffield<\/a>, Craig Williams, 38, said: “Martial arts has been massive for me in terms of building confidence and comfort in social settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Physically and emotionally, it has taken me out of a bad place.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mr Williams, who has struggled with his own mental health and lost a close family member to suicide, wants to give back to the community and hopes he can share some of the benefits of martial arts with other men.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said: “I guess for my cousin to feel like he couldn’t confide in his family or a close friend speaks to the pain some people can feel.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

‘Martial Arts for Mental Health’ isn’t exclusively for men who are struggling and there’s no pressure for people to talk, but group stress support is there if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The sessions generally aim to improve mental wellbeing by making participants feel lighter, energised and more motivated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mr Williams adds: “You don’t have to deal with your problems and worries alone and so I would really encourage people to come to the classes.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is also hoping to run similar sessions for women in the near future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The sessions take place on the first Wednesday of every month from 7pm to 8pm at Common Ground Community Centre<\/a> in Nether Edge and are open to men over 16.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Call 07877176160 to book a place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch the TikTok here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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