MARTIAL arts fans are in for a treat thanks to a new self-defence course.

Instructor Dan Gallagher, from Longbridge, is starting the new course at Barnt Green Baptist Church in Bittell Road.

The lessons will be a mix of a number of martial arts, including Thai boxing, kung fu, kick boxing and jujitsu.

The 23-year-old said: "The course has something for everyone. It's not just learning how to fight, it's also about keeping fit and enjoying yourself. A big part of the course is about focusing the mind and learning about how the human body works."

The mixed lessons are for people of all different abilities and will start slow, teaching the basics and moving forward from there.

"I first started martial arts because I was being bullied at school but it's taught me much more than just self-defence. I have learnt control and discipline and how to focus my mind," Dan added.

The lessons start next Tuesday with the first one free. They are open to anyone over the age of 14. For more details call Dan on 07787 511360.