Best Self-Defense Classes in Austin, TX

“All the instructors I've taken classes with have gently and firmly pushed me to go farther and work harder than I thought I could but I always know I have the space to back off if needed (and I have).”

“Having found Master Joe and Master Sheryl, owners of the Austin Kung Fu and Tai Chi School, I've experienced how they literally put their heart and soul into teaching and making their school a welcoming environment for persons of all ages.”

“The workouts are incredible, the instructors are all super knowledgeable and approachable, there are plenty of classes each week to accommodate a variety of schedules/skill levels, it truly feels like an inclusive/safe environment, and there's a real...”

“Professor Gui, Antonio, and the rest of the coaching staff are top level and create a clean and safe training environment for beginners to competitive athletes, kids and adults alike.”

“Rodrigo is a friendly guy, a great coach, and boasts the finest team of competition athletes anywhere outside the coasts (and before too long, my money is on Will, Kody, and Andrew making Austin the new jiu jitsu hot spot.”

“The academy doesn't have the cult-ish vibes of some other schools, they allow you to train in whatever gi you want and they promote cross-training at other schools.”

“The students train in a variety of martial arts as well as receive a large amount of coaching in doing one's personal best, being considerate of others, and "flowing like a river" through life's challenges.”

“He has mastered the art of teaching a technique in a room full of diverse people in a way that a beginner can understand, yet even those who are more advanced learn something new / refine their skills.”

“Master Ben Johnson is not only a great martial arts instructor, he teaches all the children strong family values, sportsmanship, good conduct and discipline.”

“Andrew and another instructor who I never caught the name of did an outstanding job of going over the basics and helping the class through the techniques.”

“In addition to having contributed a lot to my son's development, he has become an icon in our lives, alongside fellow master Diego Gamonal and UFC champion Murilo Bustamante.”

“Its very hard for me to find a school that can push the pace and enforce discipline like the military and still keep a family atmosphere but Gracie Barra South Austin definitely do the job.”

“In addition, we did a lot of Site seeing while in Seoul and went to the TKD University and Museum and met Hyeon Jeong KUK( Olympic Gold medalist in 1988 and also won the most World Championship titles 1987, 1985, 1983, 1982).”

“We recently moved to Austin and have been looking for a good BJJ home and after trying out two other gyms we landed here and made the commitment to train with the BJJ community Eric has created.”

“My wife and I went to almost all the BJJ gyms in Austin, but we liked the way they train or even the vibe, by coincidence I was wearing the Flamengo shirt and I passed in front of Mario Esfiha's gym, he recognized the shirt and called me, we had a ch...”

“My background is diverse and inconsistent, a blend of traditional styles, and Bart is very good at working with whatever you already have coming in and building on it.”