Gracie Barra Centennial Jiu-Jitsu
“Our two, elementary school-aged daughters have been at this school for about 6 months and we couldn't be more grateful for the environment they are training in.”
Best Self-Defense Classes in Centennial, CO
15 schools listed · 4 in Centennial · 14 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Black Tie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Will the head coach has created such a positive environment for the gym, it's impossible not to be in a good mood when you walk thru blackties doors”
Busy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Fitness (Busy Bjj)
“This gym is full of good people, good rolls, professionalism, and the gym is always clean!”
Kompound Jiu Jitsu
“Some of my new favorite side control attacks came from Professor Brad!”
Fusion Combat Training Center– Krav Maga
“In addition to self defense, she is learning things such as respect, integrity, focus, and confidence.”
Parker Academy of Martial Arts
“We are now one year into the program and can not wait to join our daughter once she turns 4 herself!”
Short self-defense courses listed for Centennial, CO 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: Centennial, CO
4 of the 15 schools we list are based in Centennial; the other 11 serve Centennial from towns including Parker (8 mi), Denver (12 mi) and Lone Tree (3 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 1,057 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (91%), professionalism (89%) and communication (79%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "confidence". 14 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 3 have 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 1998. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 12 list a public email and 6 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 Centennial?
By email, and 12 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.
Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Lone Tree
“They offer leadership programs for youth as well as adults, something that comes in handy for both college applications and the work place.”
Tiger Lee's World Class Tae Kwon Do
“Great school for kids, I had to drag my daughter in here, now she loves it!!”
Nova Mente Jiu Jitsu Academy
“Nova is one of the most welcoming schools in Colorado- Troy is a great instructor, and his students emulate the same respect and passion taught through his jiu jitsu.”
Kim & Cam's Taekwondo Academy
“GREAT weapons camp, variety of class time and type options, personable staff, and kids achieve discipline and progression.”
Way of Jiu Jitsu Academy
“Professor Nobuo's guidance and teaching is not only decorated with high caliber competition experience but also backed by high level affiliates and organizations that would accredit his skill in this art.”
Evolve Martial Arts and Fitness
“Overall this institution is an excellent place to improve your skills, mindset, and health!”
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Grpl Haus JIU Jitsu
“Lessons are thought out and comprehensive, the culture is inclusive + positive, the rolls are great .”
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Rad Muay Thai Fitness & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“I have been training here for a year and a half and couldn't see myself anywhere else.”
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Otomi Martial Arts
“My goal for my son is to be strong and physically active and if he ever has to defend himself, I think this martial art can definitely help him.”
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