OC Fitness Coach Inc.
“He is thoughtful about the movements/ exercises done and is intentional with following a plan while being adjustable if there are any pain issues.”
Best Self-Defense Classes near Aliso Viejo, CA
3 of these schools are based in Aliso Viejo; the others serve Aliso Viejo from towns including Mission Viejo (5 mi), Laguna Beach (3 mi) and Laguna Niguel (4 mi).
all 15 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Mountain Taekwondo
“I highly encourage any parent thinking about an extracurricular activity for their child to try a class, it was one of the easiest yeses for us.”
West Coast Jiu-Jitsu Mission Viejo
“From the very first time I stepped in the gym i felt completely at home.”
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Green Family Training Center
“Zach has had a bigger impact on my jiu-jitsu journey than he probably realizes, and I'm genuinely thankful for all the time, patience, encouragement, and knowledge he's shared with me.”
Karate For Kids Mission Viejo
“Sensei Luis and sister Lori and other instructor are very patient, encouraging, and always make sure everyone feels supported no matter their level.”
Lockhart's Karate Academy
“I have seen a huge boost in my son since he began and I'm very grateful that we found this wonderful place.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Aliso Viejo, CA are spread across the 15 cards on this page. Who each course is aimed at, where it runs and how often it repeats comes from the school itself, with ratings drawn from public reviews.
Area overview: Aliso Viejo, CA
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 742 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "confidence", "skills" and "atmosphere". All 15 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 8 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 30 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 4 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
Do the schools on this page travel out to Aliso Viejo?
Many do. 3 of the 15 listed here sit in Aliso Viejo and the others are within 10 mi, which matters less in this category because the instructor usually comes to your room. Ask about travel before you rule out a school on the address alone.
Art of Jiu Jitsu
“They are always making her and the other kids feel comfortable and encourage them to try new things using different games or rotation of drills.”
Galaxy Martial Arts
“I have truly appreciate GMA for instilling values of loyalty and respect in my daughter who has been a student at the school for about 7 years.”
OC Training Studio
“Dedicated instructors who genuinely care about each student and their success, an independent studio with local character.”
South Coast Self Defense
“Kirt does a great job at breaking down the techniques to real life situations.”
Red Zone Kickboxing
“The instructors are amazing and the people are so much fun in the classes.”
West Coast Tang Soo Do Academy
Wing Chun Kung Fu
“Adam taught me how to be strong in the mind and find my center to protect myself as a women.”
Optimus Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“I also love how they have a theme each month and teaches about other things such as respects to elders or eating healthy nutritious food”
Laguna Beach Dojo
“My daughter has been coming to Laguna Beach Dojo for almost a year and she loves the friendships, her new skills in Karate and cool moves she has learned.”
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