Best Self-Defense Classes in Berkeley, CA

The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 131 vetted & reviewed in the Berkeley area.

SBG Norcal Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts

SBG Norcal Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts

(6)
“Great place”
In Business Since 2016
Remote Consultations Available
1450 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA
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Ahn Taekwondo CA.

Ahn Taekwondo CA.

“Our Traditional Taekwondo Programis designed to take students from white to black belt for ages 3 and up; students will learn self-defense, confidence, respect and focus. It comes with a complete curriculum that teaches basic techniques, forms, sparr...”
In Business Since 2019
Coupons & Offers
2566 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley, CA
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Benicia Boxing & Martial Arts

Benicia Boxing & Martial Arts

(10)
“Our kids were shy and timid in front of other people, even in front of us, but learning and practicing this art, paired with the individual and group instruction, gave them confidence, discipline, and drive!”
In Business Since 2015
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Berkeley Area
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AB Mixed Martial Arts Academy

AB Mixed Martial Arts Academy

(17)
  • Learn
“I would DEFINITELY recommend coming here if you were looking to learn some world class MMA!”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2008
Licensed, BBB Rating: A
2975 San Bruno Ave, San Francisco, CA
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San Lorenzo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

San Lorenzo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

(30)
  • Submission Wrestling
  • Culture
  • Mats
“Manny is a black belt under the 12x World Champion Caio Terra, he is very technical but most important he truly cares about every single one of his students.”
In Business Since 2021
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Serving Berkeley Area
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Romulo Melo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Romulo Melo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

(26)
  • Self-Defense
  • Learn
  • Train
“The people that roll here are mainly professionals with jobs and therefore, need to be at work without injuries, we go hard but avoid causing injuries.”
In Business Since 2018
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
1313 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
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San Francisco Jiu Jitsu Academy (Sfbjj)

San Francisco Jiu Jitsu Academy (Sfbjj)

(18)
  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gi
  • Learn
  • Train
“Denny has created a welcoming, friendly, and attentive space that is (A) ideal for beginners to learn from veterans while also being (B) ideal for veterans to learn, experiment and refine combat techniques that are revolutionary and effective for bot...”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2008
IBJJF, IBJJF Certified
3391 Mission St, San Francisco, CA
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Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy

(2)
“Awesome environment and great people.”
In Business Since 2005
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
7340 Mission St, Daly City, CA
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Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu

Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu

(19)
  • Respectful
  • Environment
  • Students
“Learned a couple of excellent techniques I'll be taking home with me and the place is full of purple, brown and black belts so I got some very productive rolls in.”
In Business Since 2005
1166 Howard St, San Francisco, CA
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Empire Jiu Jitsu

Empire Jiu Jitsu

(17)
  • Train
  • Instructors
  • BJJ
“Empire has a focus on only the cleanest and most proficient technique blended with a room full of athletes who want to take their bjj to the next level.”
In Business Since 2018
2356 Mission St, San Francisco, CA
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Peace of Mind

Peace of Mind

(12)
  • Boxing
  • Wing Chun
  • Martial Arts
“I have been taking personal training and boxing sessions weekly with Tim for over a year focusing on Jeet Kune Do, Wing Chun, Kali, Western Boxing and Savate Boxing.”
In Business Since 2004
Transparent Fees & Pricing
727 Leavenworth St, San Francisco, CA
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Bay Jiu-Jitsu

Bay Jiu-Jitsu

(14)
  • Learn
  • Train
“In addition, you don't realize how good Stephan is at explaining positions until you train with other black belts and realize high level belts don't always equal great teachers.”
In Business Since 2009
1628 Post St, San Francisco, CA
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Rio Combat Team

Rio Combat Team

(8)
  • Jiu Jitsu
“The instructions cover everything from moves that are easily applicable to highly technical, and everything in between, which is great for students who want to learn a wide range of skills.”
In Business Since 2010
Serving Berkeley Area
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Albany Jiu Jitsu Academy

Albany Jiu Jitsu Academy

(15)
  • Professor
  • Learn
  • Jiu-Jitsu
“The self-defense classes are among my favorite since students learn to apply Jiu-Jitsu techniques in self-defense scenarios and the program nicely complements the Gi and No-Gi curriculum.”
In Business Since 2021
Serving Berkeley Area
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Fearless Martial Arts Academy

Fearless Martial Arts Academy

(4)
“My 3 year old daughter recently started in their Dragons program and has a blast, in addition, her coordination and ability to take direction has also drastically improved.”
In Business Since 2013
3319 Castro Valley Blvd, Castro Valley, CA
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Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy

(4)
“They did a really good job easing me into the basics of jiu jitsu and I'd recommend to check it out for anyone looking to stay in shape, looking to switch up their exercise routine or if you have a general interest in martial arts.”
In Business Since 2017
6300 California St, San Francisco, CA
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Mineiro Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Mineiro Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

(9)
  • Adults
“This shows in how he runs the kids classes — they love him — how patient he is with the fundamentals class on Mondays, his encouragement of more experienced students helping to coach, and how he enjoys showing not just “old school” techniques, but hu...”
In Business Since 2021
Serving Berkeley Area
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T Kane's Kung Fu Karate

T Kane's Kung Fu Karate

(8)
“We've barely used it, but at 7 he took a year of and picked up again with great support from mr Kane.”
Family Business
In Business Since 1998
Accepts No credit cards
20809 Nunes Ave, Castro Valley, CA
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FTK Martial Arts

FTK Martial Arts

(2)
“Surprised me: all instructor remember names of All students from seniors to first time show up!”
In Business Since 1986
461 Cortland Ave, San Francisco, CA
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Edge Training Center

Edge Training Center

(7)
  • Coaches
“I really enjoy it here and happy to learn a new skill and get fit at the same time.”
In Business Since 2015
Transparent Fees & Pricing
22136 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA
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El Cerrito Martial Arts

El Cerrito Martial Arts

(5)
  • Learn
“Their boxing coach is this grizzled old badass boxer that will turn you into a killer, their kickboxing coach has actual competition fight experience, and their Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt instructor is right out of Sergio Silva's camp.”
In Business Since 2011
Serving Berkeley Area
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Open Door Jujitsu

Open Door Jujitsu

(1)
“She has wondrous ability to break down the skills into learnable bites that are specific to each student's needs.”
In Business Since 2015
Serving Berkeley Area
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Five Animals Kung Fu Academy

Five Animals Kung Fu Academy

(4)
“How much is it to do kung fu”
In Business Since 2013
2408 19th Ave, San Francisco, CA
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Zen Budokai Aikijujitsu

Zen Budokai Aikijujitsu

(1)
“Superior instruction based upon highest levels of knowledge with decades of teaching”
In Business Since 1980
2830 Baker St, San Francisco, CA
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Self Defense Training Services in Berkeley, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$178
Maximum cost
$534
National Average
$273
Avg Per Hour Rates
$72
$238
$368
Typical price range is based on 415 cost profiles
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Average Cost $273
Minimum cost $178
Maximum cost $534
Avg Per Hour Rates $72

Typical range $238 to $368 is based on 415 cost profiles.

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