Bronx Jiu-Jitsu
“The training partners and staff are friendly, which makes it easier for me to improve, and that makes the experience even better.”
Best Self-Defense Classes in Bronx, NY
15 schools listed · 9 in Bronx · 14 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Excel Martial Arts
“He can't wait to go after school, and he's really into their BBC- Black Belt Club, which is included in the membership.”
USA Martial Arts Fitness Center
“I've seen a big change in my son since he started, The master & staff are AMAZING PPL I truly recommend this school.”
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu NY
“Sensei Michael also spent a lot of time on the details and spent extra time with all of us after the seminar was supposed to end, which was really kind of him.”
TCK Modern Martial Arts
“It's more than the physical exercise but the children are also taught about discipline, respect, and courage”
Bronx Martial Arts Academy
“One of the things that stands out most is the strong sense of camaraderie among the students and the way everyone is treated as family.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Bronx, NY 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: Bronx, NY
9 of the 15 schools we list are based in Bronx; the other 6 serve Bronx from New York (11 mi), Long Island City (8 mi) and Ridgefield Park, NJ (8 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 1,775 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere" and "confidence". 14 are open on Saturdays and 4 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. 2 are family- or locally-owned and 5 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; 10 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.
How do I get a course outline from schools listed for Bronx?
By email, and 10 of the 15 schools here publish an address. Write with the group you have in mind, the room you can offer and what worries the group, then ask for a plan of the session. A school that replies with a price and nothing else has told you something.
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United Blackbelt Martial Arts
“Been with the school for over 2 years and the support and encouragement this school gives our children is the best.”
Kaizen Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“Had the pleasure of attending a few times gi and no gi classes a great place to learn roll and keep up conditioning”
New York City Goju Ryu Karate-Jutsu
“Amazing self defense class…the sensei is knowledgeable, personable and easy to understand.”
Rising Sun Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
“The place is nice and good coaches.”
Fabulous & Fearless
“She has a wonderful ability to deliver thought provoking information on self defense in an engaging and accessible way to let all women know that they have the power to stand up and protect themselves not only in dangerous situations but in life”
Modern Martial Arts
“The workouts are challenging and the instructors give constructive feedback so you really get to know what you're doing.”
SD Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NYC
“Did a trial class and they were really helpful teachers and I had a lot of fun doing some intense rolling.”
Marlon Colorado Brazilian Jiu Jitsu NYC
“It was a life altering decision for me as You will learn to conquer obstacles and turning them into triumphs by following the Academy processes.”
Renzo Gracie Academy
“If you or your family are looking to increase physical fitness, improve overall health, learn self-defense, train with top athletes, learn from the best in BJJ, MMA, and Muay Thai… I highly recommend this gym!!”
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