10th Planet Daly City
“I have no regrets, and for those who haven't started their journey yet, I can only say you're missing out on experiencing the warmth, camaraderie, and opportunities this wonderful community has to offer.”
Best Self-Defense Classes near Daly City, CA
2 of these schools are based in Daly City; the others serve Daly City from towns including San Francisco (5 mi), San Mateo (13 mi) and South San Francisco (3 mi).
13 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“This is a great friendly environment for learning!”
United Studios of Self Defense
“My sons have not only learned various martial arts techniques but have also grown in character under the guidance of these dedicated teachers”
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Mateo
“The coaches Adam, Ian, and Alan are all very welcoming and able to break down complicated movements for me to understand.”
AB Mixed Martial Arts Academy
“At first, I was nervous and a little scared, but the coach was really nice and patient with me, especially since I had no idea what I was doing or anything about it.”
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Romulo Melo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“Romulo is knowledgeable and patient, his coaching style is structured in a way that helps everyone learn, regardless of skill level.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Daly City, CA are spread across the 14 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: Daly City, CA
The 14 schools on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 1,186 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "community" and "skills". 13 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 7 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 31 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for all 14 of the schools on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 3 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.
Do the schools on this page travel out to Daly City?
Many do. 2 of the 14 listed here sit in Daly City and the others are within 15 mi, which matters less in this category because the instructor usually comes to your room. Ask about travel before you rule out a school on the address alone.
Colhado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“If you are a weekend warrior who is looking to stay in shape or if you want to prepare for a tournament this is a great place to do that”
Evolve Training Center
“The instructors are exceptional, balancing technical skill with a fun, safe environment that keeps the kids engaged.”
Thrive Jiu Jitsu
“I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and caring instructor who truly makes a difference in her students' lives.”
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Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu
“Great facilities, structured and interactive teaching, honest rounds afterwards and lots of fun”
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Marco Nascimento Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“I've been training here for over three years, and the quality of the instructors and training is top notch!”
Empire Jiu Jitsu
“The Basic's instructor, John, is excellent and the instruction is technical and at a good pace for beginners.”
Alliance BJJ SF Bay
“In my personal experience, this gym is a very good fit for beginners to jiu jitsu”
Mineiro Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Overall, I recommend this place if you want to be part of a community that strives to learn and improve their skills.”
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