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Conde Koma Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“The mats are top notch (these are probably some of the nicest mats at any gym I've been to), the instructor was friendly, and the other students were very welcoming.”
Best Self-Defense Classes near Cerritos, CA
These schools serve Cerritos from nearby bases in towns including Huntington Beach, Whittier and Fullerton.
15 schools listed · 1 open 24/7 · 14 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Brazilian Top Team Long Beach
“BTT Long Beach is awesome the environment is so positive, the team there is so encouraging and it's great to learn and grow with the phenomenal people there”
Allsafe Defense Systems
“This is my 3rd ccw renewal and the 1st with allsafe----training staff excellent-----classroom location excellent----shooting range facility excellent-----training format excellent-----crpa presence puts this experience over the top----well done tj well done”
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Higher Ground Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“Friendly guys, with wide range of ages from 20s to 60s.”
United Martial Arts
“I didn't think my daughter is going to last, but after 6 months she's got her purple belt.”
Self Defense Firearms Training
“It's very rare that the public has an opportunity to learn from someone with the wealth of experience and knowledge as Greg; it is my opinion that the community is fortunate to have his training available to the public.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Cerritos, CA 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: Cerritos, CA
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 1,297 reviews; 10 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "knowledge" and "skills". 1 is open around the clock; 14 are open on Saturdays and 6 on Sundays. 4 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 1996. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 14 list a public email and 6 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
Which course providers listed for Cerritos describe their courses online?
All 15 cards carry a website link. Look for a real outline, who teaches, and who the course is for. Stock photography of a woman throwing a man in a white studio is not an outline, and schools that keep their content vague are often selling the same session to every audience.
Blue Collar Grappling
“You will definitely be challenged and pushed outside your comfort zone in a good way.”
Checkmat Anaheim / Neezam Jiu Jitsu School
“The teacher is very kind and very patient with the children, the environment It's very nice and I love seeing how he is learning discipline, becoming stronger and more confident about knowing how to defend himself.”
Martial Arts USA
“The staff is friendly and very helpful, and there is this sense of camaraderie amongst the students; everybody wants to see everyone else succeed.”
Gracie Barra Huntington Beach
“Rolling on the mats is like rolling with good friends because everyone is so helpful encouraging and supportive, but definitely pushes your game.”
Longevity Martial Arts Centers
“They came up with a plan to help the students grow & to be more confident.”
CSW Headquarters Brazilian Jiujitsu
“Highly Recommend CSW is Legendary in the Martial Arts Community as one of the go to places to train stay in shape and compete in Combat Sports”
Sektor Jiu Jitsu Rowland Heights
“I love that they have classes every day and that it's very family oriented.”
Tillis Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“We went over a back take I've never been able to do, but with 2 minutes of instruction from Noah I was able to do it.”
Gracie Barra Whittier
“It is a great way to get in shape, and get involved with like-minded people in a fun, clean and family friendly environment where training and healthy lifestyle are the main focus.”
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