Best Self-Defense Classes in Ellicott City, MD

The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 167 vetted & reviewed in the Ellicott City area.

Ground Control Owings Mills

Ground Control Owings Mills

(30)
  • Coaches
  • MMA
  • Skill
“Another popular gym in the area only allowed you to participate in 1 free lesson and after that, you are sat down where they go over their annual membership contract which included a hefty termination fee if you want to cancel.”
In Business Since 2008
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Stanley Combatives

Stanley Combatives

(30)
  • Learn
  • Goals
  • Team
“Stanley Combatives is just honestly a great martial arts gym the teachers and the people here are kind and they push you to your limits to the point when you are having so much fun and there are different classes you can take and they are all great b...”
In Business Since 2020
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Coupons & Offers
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Victory Martial Arts

Victory Martial Arts

(9)
“He has grown so much and that has been possible because of the warm, friendly, and dedicated staff at VMA :)”
In Business Since 1999
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Remote Consultations Available
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Conquest Martial Arts & Fitness

Conquest Martial Arts & Fitness

(29)
  • Goals
  • Muscle Mass
  • Yoga
“During my journey I've gained a positive mindset to make healthier decisions, including those that lead to my weight loss—such as saying no to junk foods, getting enough sleep, attending the facility 3 times a week, complete my workout assignments vi...”
In Business Since 2009
Coupons & Offers
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Shaddock Mixed Martial Arts Fitness

Shaddock Mixed Martial Arts Fitness

(30)
  • Coach
  • Passionate
  • Boxing
“We keep coming back because we like that it is a local business with a personable feel and Coach Shaddock is very flexible with price and availability and is passionate about what he does.”
In Business Since 2012
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Remote Consultations Available
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Baltimore Martial Arts Academy

Baltimore Martial Arts Academy

(29)
  • Confidence
  • Groupon
  • Beta-Methylamino-l-Alanine
“He has been taking classes in kung fu with Gary and Tariq, both wonderful with kids: very patient, encouraging, helping the kids very gently, without pressure or criticism.”
In Business Since 1997
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Zenyo Jiu Jitsu

Zenyo Jiu Jitsu

(30)
  • Learn
  • Attention
  • BJJ
“This is a best Jiu-Jitsu school I ever training one thing I like about it it is a fordable membership dojo and the coach he teach sport jiu jitsu and self-defense jiu jitsu but he teach a little bit more sport then self defense but he still teach sel...”
In Business Since 2016
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Noel Smith Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Fitness

Noel Smith Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Fitness

(29)
  • Family
  • Game
  • BJJ
“Great gym highly suggest dropping in for a class, all the coaches are friendly and willing to teach you, no one treats you like a leper for being a white belt super friendly and the owner is beyond reasonable.”
In Business Since 2010
7478 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, Glen Burnie, MD
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Form Jiu Jitsu Academy

Form Jiu Jitsu Academy

(26)
  • Professors
  • Belt
  • Environment
“It is a great place for first timers/beginners or for those looking to continue their jiu jitsu journey to really hone their skills-- Whether you are looking to really perfect your practice or get a good sweat going, at From you'll get both!”
In Business Since 2021
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Foundation Jiu-Jitsu

Foundation Jiu-Jitsu

(30)
  • Learn
  • Skills
  • Coach
“Professor Jeff Mount is a knowledgeable and personable instructor that can help you achieve your goals in Jiu jitsu - whether it is getting on the podium at a tournament, gaining new skills and advancing your game, or learning a new hobby.”
In Business Since 2019
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Kanjizai Academy of Jiu-Jitsu

Kanjizai Academy of Jiu-Jitsu

(24)
  • Self-Defense
  • Discipline
  • Ninjas
“I have to say that kevin's politics can puzzle and freak me out sometimes if i look at his bulletin board, and i know they've turned some people off for good, but i'm really glad we've stuck with it- good for all of us to expand our comfort zones.”
In Business Since 2011
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Enroute Personal Training LLC

Enroute Personal Training LLC

(19)
  • Nutrition
  • Patient
  • Goals
“As a 3-sport athlete this is important because each season brings different demands on my body and Enroute adjusts my workouts and nutrition to keep me moving forward but not over working.”
In Business Since 2021
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Infinity Jiu-Jitsu Maryland

Infinity Jiu-Jitsu Maryland

(14)
  • Professional
  • Team
  • Students
“It's been a little over 2 months for me, in that short period of time my mental and physical transformation is unbelievable and on going.”
In Business Since 2021
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Muscle Evolutions LLC

Muscle Evolutions LLC

(11)
  • Pain
“This is a long review because it requires some background but if you are in pain or have been or are recovering from an injury please read as Dave and his approach very well could be the answer you have been looking for.”
In Business Since 2015
110 West Road Suite 105, Towson, MD
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Shonen Jiu Jitsu

Shonen Jiu Jitsu

(16)
  • Environment
  • Professor
  • Competitors
“Professor Lee is a knowledgeable, professional and very technical black belt that not only has trained with the best in the sport but he's also a top ranked fighter in his weight class.”
In Business Since 2021
Transparent Fees & Pricing
7389 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, Glen Burnie, MD
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U.S. Martial Arts Academy

U.S. Martial Arts Academy

(13)
Children's Kung fu Classes Ages 4 & up, Chinese Kung fu, Martial Arts Birthday Parties
“I love the flexibility with the class schedules, the fact that there are always SO many instructors in the classroom, and the culture of respect and care that the whole place has.”
In Business Since 1998
Licensed
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Nam's Taekwondo USA

Nam's Taekwondo USA

(9)
  • Learned
  • Respect
  • Discipline
“I am grateful to the Grand Master Nam and his family, including Master Matthew, Master Song, Master Stevenson and Master Will and expecting my son to grow into a wonderful man who knows etiquette in the future.”
In Business Since 2016
9110 Red Branch Rd K, Columbia, MD
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Faith Fighters Martial Arts Academy

Faith Fighters Martial Arts Academy

(5)
“My grandson thoroughly enjoyed the caring, considerat attention and atmosphere.”
In Business Since 2009
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Japan Karate Center

Japan Karate Center

(4)
“All the instructors are really experienced and this is probably one of the only few schools in the whole US where they have so many senior Instructors.”
In Business Since 2002
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Dukes Defense World

Dukes Defense World

(2)
“Having said that, he genuinely pointed me in the right direction with the sole intent of just trying to help me out, as well as informing me of a good number of things/privileges that I am currently entitled to.”
In Business Since 2012
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Any Means Defense and Fitness

Any Means Defense and Fitness

“Be the first to hear about upcoming class registration, special events, and free trials.”
In Business Since 2020
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Illusion Karate Academy

Illusion Karate Academy

“Queen's Business Group (QBG) 501c3 organization, takes pride in helping you to bring out the best of who and what GOD made you by helping you to harness and cultivate the skills, talents, and attributes that you possess through an array of products a...”
In Business Since 2000
3701 Fernhill Ave, Baltimore, MD
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Mbdy Movement Arts Academy

Mbdy Movement Arts Academy

(3)
“They offer women only and men only classes for those with religious sensitivities to mixed physical interaction.”
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Rising Tide Hi Tech: Gracie/Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Rising Tide Hi Tech: Gracie/Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

“Rising Tide Hi Techoffers authentic Muay Thai. Muay Thai translates into "Thai Boxing" and originated in Thailand and is a combat sport related to kickboxing and prevalent in mixed martial arts. The sport has gained notoriety over recent decades. Mua...”
In Business Since 2022
Serving Ellicott City Area
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Self Defense Training Services in Ellicott City, MD Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$167
Maximum cost
$501
National Average
$256
Avg Per Hour Rates
$67
$223
$345
Fair price range is based on 386 cost profiles
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Average Cost $256
Minimum cost $167
Maximum cost $501
Avg Per Hour Rates $67

Fair range $223 to $345 is based on 386 cost profiles.

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