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Standalone MMA

(16)

“Another reason I think this gym is so cool is I think the coaches and fellow students do a really good job of taking care of new students, and by this I mean they work at your level and build you up from there so you have a good solid foundation in t...”

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Morning Sun Martial Arts

(10)

“Granddaughter goes to a class here”

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Chico Kodenkan

(6)

“She was so joyful as she said that being at the beginning was the best place to be because I had everything to learn ahead of me, and that they loved when new people joined the Dojo, because then everyone could experience the techniques as new again...”

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Seth Weil Martial Arts & Bootcamp

(4)

Self Defense

“I attended a self-defense seminar that was intensive and interactive, full of realistic information that I would be able to use in any real world situation.”

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Cultivate Power Fighting Arts

(31)

“The coaches are extremely knowledgable in martial arts, but even more importantly, they keep up on the latest techniques and the psychology of coaching children.”

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Oroville Jiu Jitsu Academy

(28)

Discipline
Belt
Train

“Been going here for about a year now can't say enough good things about this place the students are super helpful/respectfull the sensei is really great guy that isn't shy about acknowledging your hard work and just so happens to have direct training...”

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Willows Jiu Jitsu & MMA

(2)

Shape

“I highly recommend for anyone that wants to get in shape, learn a new skill, learn self defense, or satisfy your competitive itch.”

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Ground-Up Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

(49)

Coaching Staff
Train
Team

“I want to highly recommend this place, my son is Autistic and it is a little difficult for him to understand the instructions, but in this place the instructors are very patient and really show empathy, we love this place if you have the opportunity ...”

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Yuba City Kuk Sool Won

(8)

Son
Classes
Skills

“My kids are young and I highly recommend for other young children as a way to get physical exercise, coordination, discipline and a sense of accomplishment.”

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Grass Valley Aikikai

(3)

“Sensei Ramos is such a wonderful teacher with caring and kind partners.”

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Phillips Martial Arts and Yoga Center

(2)

“This is a really great program for adults and kids to learn the art of Kung Fu.”

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Hikari Ryuza Center

(5)

“I can't put a price on the respect, discipline, emphasis of hard-work, and education HR Center promotes, much less the peace of mind knowing my kids will never have to feel helpless if they are senselessly attacked.”

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Grass Valley Kenpo Family Karate

(4)

“I really felt I was given the individual attention I needed and had an amazing time learning and practicing”

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Perry Mma Full Circle

(2)

“Amazing class I can't say enough for how much of an amazing experience it is to be in this class”

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Granite Bay Jiu-Jitsu

(50)

Understand
Skill
Train

“My son has been attending classes here for a few months and loves it, the instructors are very attentive and provide constructive feedback to their students.”

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John Island Boxing & Development

(50)

“My son is 8 and has been doing boxing for a few weeks and has really enjoyed Coach John and has been the only sport he has enjoyed so far and has stuck to the longest.”

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THE Studio Martial Arts and Fitness

(50)

“About a year and a half ago my son began Taekwondo at The Studio after some very difficult family times that had a big impact on his self-esteem and confidence.”

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Capitol Jiu Jitsu

(50)

“Everyone who trains there is friendly and outgoing and they also have a great striking program ran by Justin and nick kills it on the strength and conditioning.”

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Waza Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

(50)

Safety
BJJ
Learn

“Not only have they learn Brazilian jujitsu but they have learned discipline, courage, respect, love, supporting others, self control and believing in themselves.”

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Kang Taekwondo

(50)

“Respect for parents and instructors is another hallmark of this school - everything is "yes sir/ma'am" and about following instructions precisely with self-control.”

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Shotokan Karate Leadership School

(39)

“I am very impressed with their level of professionalism and their level of mastery, not only of Shotokan Karate but also how they develop students in such a complete way.”

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Na Martial Arts

(48)

Ranking
Discipline
Skills

“Great for keeping kids active and having them learn the importance of not giving up, achieving a goal (through ranking up in belts), and showing good behavior in and out of class.”

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Infinite Jiu-Jitsu

(48)

Black Belt
Train
Learn

“During instruction he takes time to make sure everyone knows the move, and if you missed something he is glad to go over it as many times as it takes until you understand it, and if you're still not getting the move, one of 20 other people will be mo...”

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Krav Maga Revolution

(41)

Shape
Learn
Skills

“Great class that helps work on skills that are useful in the world, when taking a few classes the instructor will go over everything from learning to punch, and escape chokeholds to being able to fall down safely.”

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Average Cost	$269
Minimum cost	$176
Maximum cost	$526
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Best Self-Defense Classes in Chico, CA

The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 127 vetted & reviewed in the Chico area.

Standalone MMA

Morning Sun Martial Arts

Chico Kodenkan

Seth Weil Martial Arts & Bootcamp

Cultivate Power Fighting Arts

Oroville Jiu Jitsu Academy

Willows Jiu Jitsu & MMA

Ground-Up Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Yuba City Kuk Sool Won

Grass Valley Aikikai

Phillips Martial Arts and Yoga Center

Hikari Ryuza Center

Grass Valley Kenpo Family Karate

Perry Mma Full Circle

Granite Bay Jiu-Jitsu

John Island Boxing & Development

THE Studio Martial Arts and Fitness

Capitol Jiu Jitsu

Waza Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Kang Taekwondo

Shotokan Karate Leadership School

Na Martial Arts

Infinite Jiu-Jitsu

Krav Maga Revolution

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