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Spar Self Defense
“It can be hard to find gyms that are truly welcoming to women, but this gym is very comfortable and full of supportive and welcoming people both staff and clientele included.”
Best Self-Defense Classes in Amherst, NY
The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 128 vetted & reviewed in the Amherst area.
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Master Biesik's Martial Arts
“Starting with his teaching, his advanced students, and then all the way to the people who enrolled, it was a wonderful journey and I relish nearly every moment spent there.”
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WNY MMA & Fitness
- Environment
- Son
- BJJ
“The business is organized, professional, clean, and communicates well, not to mention there are classes available in a wide variety of times in all of the major grappling and striking styles.”
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Riederer's Kenpo Self-Defense Studio
- Discipline
- Skills
- Learn
“Sifu Chris has done a tremendous job of incorporating some key concepts from Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do as well as Wing Chun and American Boxing to create a truly exceptional and unique fighting system that simply works!”
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Pride Martial Arts Academy
“From keeping the full attention of five year olds to modifying exercises for new adults in class, his, and the other trainers' ability to express their concepts across all age groups is outstanding.”
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Master Chong's World Class Tae Kwon Do
“Not only do they help the students with learning their techniques, but I was also a witness to an instructor helping my son when he told them he was having a bad day.”
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Buffalo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
- Learn
- Mats
- Professor
“Many gyms teach moves, while at this Academy concepts, positions, transitions, are presented in an understandable way so that students can understand Jiu Jitsu rather than mimick it.”
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Karate Ken's
- Discipline
“Just the right amount of discipline and structure to keep kids focused.”
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Project Future Center
“Fantastic Community Center that gives excellent instruction on Martial Arts in a fun safe environment that is family friendly and builds character in our students.”
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Balbino Jiu Jitsu
- BJJ
“While training, I've met people from all walks of life who have been brought together through the common interest of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and the community that has developed through it is incredible.”
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Kung Fu Buffalo
- System
- Tai Chi
“The dedicated staff and amazing programs offered at Kung Fu Buffalo make this school a MUST for anyone serious about improving their health, strength, and overall well being.”
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Leroy Karate & Self Defense Center
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Synthesis Brazilian Jiujitsu
- Facility
- Learn
- Environment
“I've been to over a dozen BJJ academies on the west and east coast and the people, classes (and times available), and instruction is top notch by all coaches!”
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Faust's USA Karate
- Adult
- Community
- Learned
“In other words, not only will your kid learn how to do a wicked round house kick, they'll also learn the importance of looking at adults in the eyes when talking to them as a show of respect.”
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Rochester Kung Fu and Fitness
- Program
- Son
- Respect
“If you're struggling to find a program that you can continue to participate and progress through, even through a lockdown, or something that you can do as a family, this is a good fit.”
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Empire Academy of Combat Sports and Fitness
“Whether you're going to train to be fighter or just just coming as a hobby, you're going to get quality training from coaches that are experts in this field.”
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Samurai Martial Arts
“He has been going for two or three years now, and I can tell he is more confident and has a better approach to different life situations from coming here.”
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Rochester Personal Defense
- Laws
- Permit
- Pistol
“It's comforting with something as serious as concealed carry to know I'm leaving this class with a reliable resource to ask questions and passionate, knowledgeable mentors who care about your safety and education.”
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Mas Oyama's Muteki Kyokushin
- Train
- Confidence
- Learn
“I cannot recommend this dojo enough for those who are just getting started, continuing their studies, or just looking for a great place to challenge themselves.”
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Fairport Kung Fu
“You will learn more about the way your body moves and balance manipulation here than any other school in the area, not to mention some intense practical self defense techniques.”
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Bedroc MMA
“In addition to providing great training, they are also able to uniquely cater to almost all experience and fitness levels to help people reach their goals.”
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Agape Black Belt Center
“There's soooooo much to say, I can go on and on, but at the end of the day Agape Black Belt Center has, and is currently making an impact on my daughter, socializing and building her “confidence!”
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Rochester Phoenix Martial Arts
- Sensei
- Skills
“There is an extremely positive gym culture that supports all grapplers, whether you are new to training, returning back to training, or a looking for a new gym.”
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Nova Jiu Jitsu
- Classes
- Train
- BJJ
“Have been on vacation out of town with my girlfriend and this is the second gym that I have been too and what stuck out most was the instructor who led the class.”
Self Defense Training Services in Amherst, NY Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$179
Maximum cost
$536
National Average
$274
Avg Per Hour Rates
$72
$238
$369
Typical price range is based on
545 cost profiles
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