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Empower Martial Arts
“My daughter loves going to class on a weekly basis, it's a fun interactive way to introduce kids to martial arts ( she's 6).”
Best Self-Defense Classes near Dublin, CA
2 of these schools are based in Dublin; the others serve Dublin from towns including Pleasanton (4 mi), Livermore (8 mi) and Castro Valley (9 mi).
all 15 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Pallen's Martial Arts Tri Valley
“First and foremost, their experienced instructors are dedicated to teaching not only the physical aspects of martial arts, but also the values of discipline, respect, and self-control.”
Bay Area Fight Academy
“The first couple of weeks I came out sore, but as he taught me how to lift and position my body while performing various exercises, I became knowledgeable enough to safely perform them on my own”
Confidence Dojo
“Wonderful curriculum, my kid is loving this place!”
Crispim BJJ Barra Brothers
“You won't feel intimidated when you walk through the doors, Crispim always makes sure you feel at home.”
United Studios of Self Defense
“My goal for my spirited son was not for him to become a black belt, but for him to find a positive male role model who would respectfully work with me on my sons ability to listen to directions, his impulse control, and how to consciously focus his energy to himself, while becoming more aware of his spacial awareness.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Dublin, 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: Dublin, CA
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 754 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "community". All 15 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 12 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 3 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; 8 list a public email and 9 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 Dublin?
Many do. 2 of the 15 listed here sit in Dublin 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.
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Kungfu Dragon USA — Pleasanton
“My 5 year old always ends class with big smile on her fave and gets sweaty.”
Darcio Lira Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Martial Arts
“Been taking my 5 year old son here for a while now and he loves it and my 4 yr old can't wait till he turns 5 so he can start rolling too.”
Tri-Valley Judo & Jiu-Jitsu
“Every sensei and coach here shows love and support to students, as well as judo sport.”
Z Martial Arts Training Academy
“The experience has been incredible—I've met so many amazing people, and the coaches, especially Coach Arron and Stevie, are fantastic”
Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Livermore
“If you are interested in a great workout, building your self defense and ready for a village please come see me on the mats!”
Team Santos Jiu Jitsu
“Jay and Taylor are the Other instructors who are very helpful and personable as well.”
Fearless Martial Arts Academy
“Also, my 5yr old attends the mini dragons classes and can't wait to go each day, his attention and physical ability have greatly improved over the past year.”
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Edge Training Center
“Place is like a second home very welcoming and safe environment with great down-to-earth people and amazing instructors.”
Crossfit One World & Self Defense
“The working out and the coaches.”
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