SAVATE
Savate, also known as Savate Boxe Française, is a unique system of kickboxing and self-defence that originated in France. Renowned for its intricate footwork, precise striking, and elegant kicking techniques, Savate stands out as one of the most technical and refined forms of combat sport.
Unlike other kickboxing styles, Savate practitioners wear footwear, adding a distinctive element of skill and control to the art. The style blends grace and power, making it both beautiful to watch and highly effective in practice.
Nam Yang is proud to be the only club on the South Coast teaching Savate Kickboxing. Our classes follow a structured and logical grading system, allowing students to progress at their own pace — ideal for self-development, fitness, and confidence building. Nam Yang have produced multiple National Savate champions as well as a World Silver medalist and Bronze medalist.
Fast, dynamic, and tactical, Savate challenges practitioners to master angles, distance, and precision. Few martial arts can rival its sophistication in movement and footwork.
We teach both Combat(full contact) and Assaut(semi contact) Savate.
Savate Boxe Francias is run internationally by FISAV and nationally by the Great Britain Savate Federation.
