The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 200 vetted & reviewed in the Castro Valley area.
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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Mateo
Albany Jiu Jitsu Academy
Bay Area Boxing
Bay Area Capoeira Jiu Jitsu
Bay Area Fight Academy
Charles Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
Crispim BJJ Barra Brothers
Edge Training Center
El Cerrito Martial Arts
Fearless Martial Arts Academy
Karate For Kids Programs/ Martial Arts America
Marco Nascimento Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Martial Arts America
Mineiro Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Pallen’s Martial Arts
Rio Combat Team
Roots
SBG Norcal Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts
San Lorenzo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
T Kane’s Kung Fu Karate
Team Santos Jiu Jitsu
Tri-Valley Judo & Jiu-Jitsu
United Studios of Self Defense
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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.”
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T Kane's Kung Fu Karate
(8)
“I love this Martial arts school i am now a Advance purple belt.”
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Martial Arts America
(10)
“The discipline and conditioning my kids receive from martial arts (Taekwondo, Jujitsu, Eskrima, and Krav Maga) have helped them do well in school, sports, and community service.”
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Roots
(16)
Jiu Jitsu
Learn
“Boxing) for a couple weeks, keeps the combos simple for a few days and then builds on it overtime so everyone has enough time and practice to drill the technique and build the muscle memory.”
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Bay Area Fight Academy
(9)
Muay Thai
Train
MMA
“I love the atmosphere, the people are amazing, the trainers care and are very helpful, this place is great for anyone looking to learn a new skill such as, Muay Thai, kickboxing, etc… all levels are welcomed, everyone is respectful to one another, yo...”
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Karate For Kids Programs/ Martial Arts America
(10)
Confident
Taekwondo
College
“I can't speak highly enough of the staff -- they not only ensure your kids get proper training, but also teach safety, responsibility, and leadership skills as well.”
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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Mateo
(28)
Kickboxing, Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“I started jiu jitsu late in life and in only two months went from knowing nothing about jits to feeling confident when I roll with other white/blue belts.”
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Crispim BJJ Barra Brothers
(18)
Muay Thai
Family
Learn
“Alexander Crispim, the owner (with his wife) and main instructor fosters a family friendly environment in which both children and adults can learn a ton while having fun and getting fit.”
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San Lorenzo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(30)
Women
Train
Compete
“The instructors and your classmates want to see you get better and when something doesn't make sense, they put in the time to make sure you understand the movements and how they apply.”
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Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
(17)
Skills
Coach
Student
“Kids don't just learn jiu jitsu, they learn about body control, respect, friendship, discipline and so many other important things.”
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Bay Area Boxing
(29)
Classes
Coaches
Community
“I could go on and on, but Ill sum it up by saying this is the spot and if you have even the slightest desire to join, give it a shot, you wont be disappointed.”
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Team Santos Jiu Jitsu
(17)
MMA
BJJ
Family
“The instructors are the best and everyones goal is to make each other better to be able to dominate attackers on the streets or win competitions and sport fights.”
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Charles Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
(10)
Learn
Coach
“If you live in San Mateo or are staying in the area for a while and you are interested in BJJ, I would strongly recommend you to at least make a visit to the gym, say hello and try a class.”
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Tri-Valley Judo & Jiu-Jitsu
(20)
Learning
Family
Competition
“No matter how old or experienced you are, the sessions will provide a great workout and tons of mental and physical engagement, and will give you a good sense of accomplishment every time.”
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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.”
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Pallen's Martial Arts
(2)
“Surround yourself with the dreamers and the doers, the believers and thinkers, but most of all, surround yourself with those who see the greatness within you, even when you don't see it yourself”
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Marco Nascimento Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(15)
Learn
Family
Respect
“There's a cross section of people training for competition, for self defense, or just for exercise, but they all work together as a team that's like a family.”
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Albany Jiu Jitsu Academy
(15)
Learn
Jiu-Jitsu
Professor
“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.”
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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...”
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Bay Area Capoeira Jiu Jitsu
(9)
“Professor Itabora is very knowledgeable great teacher.”
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United Studios of Self Defense
(7)
“We highly recommend this dojo, and especially appreciate the generous attention and flexible scheduling you receive from the different instructors, each of whom bring their own specialized strengths, backgrounds, and expertise to the floor.”
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Edge Training Center
(7)
Coaches
“Al, the owner and instructor, made it an easy transition for me from the couch to the gym.”
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SBG Norcal Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts
(6)
“Friendly and knowledgeable instructors.”
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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.”
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