Zen-shin Family Martial Arts Academy in Birmingham West Midlands. Teaching Shotokan Karate, Kickboxing, self-defense and more for both children and adults. Ladies only Kick Boxing classes A dedicated Academy with a friendly, family attitude.Striving for Black Belt Excellence! John Richards Black Belt Academy in Birmingham West Midlands a professional and friendly training programme for all ages to help character education and development. Our mission is to build our students into a Black Belt, to make our students more successful in life through practice of their martial arts and to always influence them in a positive manner. To accomplish this, we must instil 'Black Belt Excellence' to set goals for self improvement and to develop the non-quitting spirit that is necessary to overcome obstacles and become successful.