Best Self-Defense Classes in Chapel Hill, NC

The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 114 vetted & reviewed in the Chapel Hill area.

Chapel Hill Quest Martial Arts

Chapel Hill Quest Martial Arts

(29)
  • Dragons
  • Family
  • Train
“Fast forward time to last year (2019) I was involved in a car accident that almost took my life and the Quest Community was amazing from the staff to other students.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1999
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Coupons & Offers
6118-J, Farrington Rd, Chapel Hill, NC
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Triangle Self-Defense & Tactical Training

Triangle Self-Defense & Tactical Training

(30)
  • Permit
  • Informative
  • Handgun
“I train in wrestling, kickboxing, and a small amount of kali in the DC area and just from their website, I know Triangle Self-Defense was the right place of all the martial arts schools in the Durham area.”
In Business Since 2012
3742-A3 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707
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Train For Life Kickboxing

Train For Life Kickboxing

(29)
  • Goals
  • Coaches
  • Shape
“We were initially hesitant about attending a combat training class, but Aaron and Karim made us feel so welcome, and they always do such a great job in guiding the workouts.”
In Business Since 2016
1728 Fordham Blvd #127, Chapel Hill, NC
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Seven Star Kung Fu Academy

Seven Star Kung Fu Academy

(9)
  • Feel
  • Learning
  • Sifu
“Went in for a trial sanda class--which was completely outside of my comfort zone--and was blown away by the amount of support and encouragement not only from the instructor, but from the more experienced students in the class as well.”
In Business Since 2011
Transparent Fees & Pricing
11312 US Hwy 15 501 N #306, Chapel Hill, NC
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Tkfmma

Tkfmma

(18)
Submission Grappling, We Teach Kung fu, Equally Suitable to the Street and the Cage
“If you are looking for just a place where you want to hang out with a buddy and possibly get injured sure be my guest try someplace else but if you really want to learn and get one hell of a workout then try it out”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2009
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Serving Chapel Hill Area
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Carolina Self Defense & Krav Maga

Carolina Self Defense & Krav Maga

(30)
  • Skills
  • Seminar
  • Workout
“Everyone is so friendly and encouraging, the instructors are great at breaking down moves for beginners while also helping and leaving room for more intermediate and advanced people.”
In Business Since 2013
Serving Chapel Hill Area
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Jiu Jitsu Performance Academy

Jiu Jitsu Performance Academy

(30)
  • Feel
  • Learn
  • Passionate
“After just shy of a year training, I've gone from being beaten like a child in white belt divisions to heel hooking, guillotining, armbaring, and strangling my way to victory in multiple intermediate no-gi matches.”
In Business Since 2014
526 E Williams St, Apex, NC
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United Tae Kwon Do Academy of Chapel Hill & Carrboro

United Tae Kwon Do Academy of Chapel Hill & Carrboro

(29)
  • Parents
  • Skills
  • After School Program
“The martial arts instruction is extremely high level - coming from high level instructors, including Grand Master Partridge himself - all incredibly talented teachers and motivators - as well as talented martial artists.”
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 1997
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Chapel Hill Area
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Bull City Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Bull City Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

(18)
  • Mask
  • Competitors
  • BJJ
“Being a gym of a relatively small group of people, I reach out to either instructor any time I need and spar with the advanced until I could do no more.”
In Business Since 2018
Serving Chapel Hill Area
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Verity Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Verity Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

(18)
  • Facility
  • Train
  • Clean
“Also, it's helpful playing against higher belts, who understand the game at a higher level and are willing to help us new players explore the movements more in depth.”
In Business Since 2020
829 Bass Pro Ln, Cary, NC
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Jiyu Holistic Arts

Jiyu Holistic Arts

(13)
  • Teachers
  • Health
  • Movement
“Yes Yes Yes, these people are excellent teachers and examples of fitness, body awareness, Self Defence, Martial Arts and maintaining body physical function.”
908 Broad St, Durham, NC
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Family Self Defense Training LLC

Family Self Defense Training LLC

(9)
“We appreciated Rich's solid background and experience as not only a police officer and marine, but a husband and dad who seems genuinely interested in helping others protect themselves and their families.”
In Business Since 2019
Hunter St, Apex, NC
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Chatham ATA Martial Arts

Chatham ATA Martial Arts

(6)
“Very good instructor and make class fun for the kids to learn.”
In Business Since 2019
Serving Chapel Hill Area
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Irongrip JIU Jitsu

Irongrip JIU Jitsu

(30)
  • Questions
  • Students
  • BJJ
“Glayton is able to take his high-level skill and instruction and make it accessible to beginning students, and at the same time he has endless knowledge for the advanced students.”
In Business Since 2020
Transparent Fees & Pricing
731 W Hargett St, Raleigh, NC
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Gracie Raleigh

Gracie Raleigh

(29)
  • Feel
  • Skills
  • Muay Thai
“I can honestly say starting Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai at Gracie Raleigh was a great decision and I would recommend them for if you have no idea what Jiu Jitsu is or are a world champ.”
In Business Since 2011
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
1609 Old Louisburg Rd, Raleigh, NC
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Elite Fire Taekwondo

Elite Fire Taekwondo

(30)
  • Motivating
  • Skills
  • Son
“Or You AND your child have an interest in Taekwondo, all I would say is "Stop by the Dojang and experience what we all already know: Elite Fire is Awesome.”
In Business Since 2020
Family Business
1610 N Market Dr, Raleigh, NC
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Schell Shock BJJ Martial Arts

Schell Shock BJJ Martial Arts

(29)
  • People
  • Team
  • Belt
“While the kids are practicing their skills, the instructors are walking around the room watching and coming to their aids when they need help, sitting down with each student patiently going step by step.”
In Business Since 2017
Serving Chapel Hill Area
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Carolina Fighting Arts

Carolina Fighting Arts

(12)
  • Black Belt
  • Krav Maga
  • Check
“CFA embodies a holistic and flexible mindset that enables anyone to better protect themselves while developing physical, mental, and emotional defensive skills.”
In Business Since 2019
6894 Litchford Rd, Raleigh, NC
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The Verite Foundation

The Verite Foundation

(4)
  • Passion
“Anytime I mention the defense classes, my children's faces light up with such excitement, eager to learn a new technique of defense, see their buddies and above all, have fun.”
In Business Since 2021
Serving Chapel Hill Area
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Versatile Fighting Arts

Versatile Fighting Arts

(7)
“Jeff trains and teaches multiple martial arts, including Shuri-te Bujutsu and Silat, both of which are traditionally based arts with extensive self defense application.”
In Business Since 2017
8813- G, Gulf Ct, Raleigh, NC
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Rogue Studio

Rogue Studio

(5)
  • Krav Maga
  • Female
“Walking into an ongoing Krav Fundamentals class when I've only experienced a couple self defense classes was a bit daunting - especially realizing that the other participants have been working together for awhile.”
In Business Since 2018
5206-101 Hollyridge Dr, Raleigh, NC
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Southern School of Martial Arts and Rivers Edge Bujinkan Dojo

Southern School of Martial Arts and Rivers Edge Bujinkan Dojo

(29)
  • Train
  • Learning
  • Patient
“Soke Murdock not only teaches this practical self defense, but he teaches respect and kindness with both Words of Wisdom for the older kids and Magic Words for younger kids.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2018
Licensed, BBB Accredited
Serving Chapel Hill Area
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Red Sun Academy

Red Sun Academy

(18)
  • Train
  • Students
  • Family
“It's no less amazing that my son (age 7) and I (age 38) have been able to progress at a similar rate, giving us an experience that I'll cherish for years to come.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1991
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC
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Geoff Balme's Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Geoff Balme's Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

(2)
“I spent the first 4 years of my Jiu-Jitsu Journey with Geoff Balme.”
In Business Since 2017
Licensed, BBB Rating: A
Triangle Town Center Commons, 3751 Sumner Blvd suite 130, Raleigh, NC
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Self Defense Training Services in Chapel Hill, NC Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$163
Maximum cost
$488
National Average
$250
Avg Per Hour Rates
$66
$217
$337
Typical price range is based on 475 cost profiles
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Average Cost $250
Minimum cost $163
Maximum cost $488
Avg Per Hour Rates $66

Typical range $217 to $337 is based on 475 cost profiles.

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