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Lewis Kemp Sloan, Owner

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ABOUT SOUTHWEST COMBAT
ACADEMY

Southwest Combat Academy is a martial arts and self defence academy based in Exeter, helping adults and beginners build confidence, fitness, and real-world skills.

Formerly known as Exeter Self Defence Academy, we’ve built a reputation across Exeter and surround areas for delivering structured, effective training in a supportive environment.

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Our approach is simple: training should be effective, practical, and structured to help you improve consistently.

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Who We Train

We work with complete beginners, busy adults, and families across Exeter who want to improve fitness, learn self defence, and build confidence.

You don’t need experience — just show up and start.

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Our Philosophy

No gimmicks. No shortcuts.

Just effective training that builds real skill—standing, clinch, and ground.

Train complete. Train with purpose.

Proven Results You Can Trust

Join a thriving community backed by experience, top-rated programs, and consistent training success.

Meet Our Team

Our experienced instructors deliver structured martial arts classes in Exeter, creating a supportive environment for beginners and experienced members alike.

Experience & Background

MMA club Built On Real Experience

1 / The Begining

Traditional Martial Arts

Started with striking disciplines, progressing through Kickboxing, BJJ, Judo and Wrestling — building a complete understanding of all ranges of combat.

2 / The Turning Point

Thai Boxing & Real-World Testing

Stepped into a Thai boxing gym and discovered the difference between performing techniques and applying them under pressure. No theory — only what works.

3 / Overseas

Law Enforcement Training

Nearly a decade delivering close-quarters combat training for law enforcement professionals — demanding the highest standard of practical, pressure-tested technique.

4 / Back in Exeter

Southwest Combat Academy

Returned to the UK with a refined, battle-tested approach. Founded SCA to bring genuine, effective martial arts training to people of all ages and abilities in Exeter, Devon.

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Free Trial

 

Join a beginner-friendly martial arts class in Exeter and experience the difference for yourself.

Build confidence, improve fitness, and learn real self defence — no experience needed.

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Southwest Combat Academy offers specialist approach in Mixed Martial Arts training in Exeter.

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OPENING HOUR

Monday - Sunday

09.00 - 21.00

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Address:

Southwest Combat Academy

St Matt's Church Hall, Exeter

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