Best Self-Defense Classes in El Cajon, CA

“Good technique, good combos that were obviously thought thru and a good crew of people training- all in a clean gym with plenty of heavy bags and and gear.”

“Martin is dedicated to helping you reach your full potential in all aspects of your life, he has been a mentor to me and has guided me in making important decisions.”

“He's great with kids and motivates me through his grueling, yet rewarding practices.”

“This is not a gym to go to and get some line about membership and amenities, ultimately getting upselled into a premium package that has no true meaning but that of collecting dues, without investment into the customer.”

“Incredibly grateful to the coaches and the whole staff who make everyone feel welcome and a part of the swiftkick family, and help them break through ceilings of what they think is possible.”

“What makes the Atos BJJ dojo great isn't just the fact that it is where World Champions come to further train and evolve the sport, but it also has a great community that are welcoming and inclusive to newcomers such as myself.”

“My son is 7 and never taken any type of combat sports class before and you could tell he was nervous and scared and Professor Elias took him under his wing and made him feel very comfortable to the point we're my son was super excited to to do it aga...”

“As a parent, I wanted my just turned 18-year-old, to have the skills and situational awareness to not only protect herself should the need arise, but more importantly to know how to avoid risky or dangerous situations in the first place.”

“The knowledge I have gained has allowed me to apply what I have learned to not just a few altercations here and there, but also how I think about situations, and interacting with others from a misunderstanding, co-workers, to how I interact with my o...”

“What's also really nice is that In addition to BJJ they offer other fun but intense martial arts based classes (like Muay Thai) and self defense seminars, as well as functional training.”

“Shout out to coach MIHA for signing me up and coaches Austin and Mike on the beginner course on teaching the foundation of the techniques to improve and have fun and skills in case to”

“Further, the staff/coaches as a whole including Ash and all the other coaches provides such a healthy environment not about egos, but about learning and checking all egos at the door so students of all levels: beginners, intermediate and advanced al...”

“He also still actively competes, so is constantly showing us the moves he is working on for his tournaments, which helps keep us up-to-speed on what people are using in this ever-improving martial art.”

“Eduardo Telles and Team Nine-nine open mat has welcomed me with open arms and when it comes to bjjf he gives me the knowledge and confidence to compete at a elevated level.”

“Students are provided opportunities to develop character traits and positive social skills that will help them to be successful at school and in the community.”

“If you want to get in shape they have boot camp and crossfire programs, Wana get busy, they have, Boxing, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, gi and no-gi, they have teams in Muay Thai and Ameuter MMA, they also have the pros of Alliance MMA ...”

“I understand going to a gym like this for the first time can be very intimidating, however, once in the doors you get that it is a friendly vibe and there are no egos.”