Checkmat Anaheim / Neezam Jiu Jitsu School
“He always knows what he's doing and teaches things that I've never learned at any other gyms in the past.”
Best Self-Defense Classes near Anaheim, CA
3 of these schools are based in Anaheim; the others serve Anaheim from towns including Orange (3 mi), Fullerton (5 mi) and Rowland Heights (9 mi).
1 open 24/7 · all 15 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Carlson Gracie Jiu Jitsu Anaheim
“There are some beasts that train there but EVERYONE rolls with respect and the intent to grow.”
Ease Jiu Jitsu
“Welcoming group of people and quality instruction on how to effectively defend yourself and get fit all at the same time!”
Phenom Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“He cares about helping you understand the bigger picture while teaching details that matter.”
Tom Vo's Taekwondo
“You can just go for the workout or get yourself prepared for actual competition, if that is your desire.”
Allsafe Defense Systems
“The Curriculum was well-structured, covering everything from basics techniques to advanced strategies, ensuring that every participant left with valuable skills and confidence.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Anaheim, 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: Anaheim, CA
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 1,142 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "community". 1 is open around the clock; all 15 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 10 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 6 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 13 publish a contact page; all 15 list a public email and 5 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 Anaheim?
Many do. 3 of the 15 listed here sit in Anaheim and the others are within 15 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.
Tinguinha Brazilian Jiujitsu Academy
“Love the environment and I have made so much progress in such a short amount of time!”
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Higher Ground Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“Been here almost 3 years now and I can't see myself training anywhere else, the people who train you and train with are awesome, Professor Sean and Professor Julio are great, everybody is supportive and push each other to do better.”
Gracie Barra Costa Mesa
“I've been here for 4+ yrs and if your looking for a great environment for you or your kids then this is definitely the place to be.”
Krav Maga of Orange County
“Love the instructors here, I feel like I've learned a lot =)”
Rounders MMA & Boxing Jiu-Jitsu
“My BJJ ground game was so bad I would always get submitted and now I can roll and last longer without getting submitted.”
Gracie Barra Huntington Beach
“Best place in Cali to training BJJ, Professor Otavio Souza is the most professional and champion guy on this art!!”
Longevity Martial Arts Centers
“My son Izzy loves coming here, he's learned to be more patient , he's learned to follow directions better & to be more focused..”
CSW Headquarters Brazilian Jiujitsu
“I've been coming here for a few months and I have seen marked improvement in my strength, endurance, and confidence.”
Sektor Jiu Jitsu Rowland Heights
“Nice clean gym with friendly, responsive owners and high-level students and teachers.”
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