Alliance Jiu-Jitsu Framingham
“I love Alliance Jiu-Jitsu because it really helps me a lot on specifically self love.”
Best Self-Defense Classes near Framingham, MA
1 of these schools is based in Framingham; the others serve Framingham from towns including Marlborough (6 mi), Natick (4 mi) and Holliston (8 mi).
13 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Certain Victory Martial Arts & Fitness
“I have been taking a couple of Muay Thai kickboxing classes a week for the past few months at Certain Victory Martial Arts and Fitness.”
Apex Defense Waltham
“He was extremely helpful and had all the answers to all my questions.”
New England Martial Arts Athletic Center
“They created a positive and supportive environment that makes everyone feel welcomed and motivated to learn and improve.”
Metro West Academy of Jiu-Jitsu
“The children not only learn self defense but also learn leadership skills, respect and discipline.”
Daniel Gracie Academy Northborough
“Professor Frankie is one of the most genuine people ever who is always joking around, but when it's time to learn it's time to learn.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Framingham, MA 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: Framingham, MA
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.9 to 5.0 across 1,175 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (84%), professionalism (78%) and communication (69%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 12 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 8 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 10 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 39 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 13 list a public email and 5 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.
How do I get a course outline from schools listed for Framingham?
By email, and 13 of the 15 schools here publish an address. Write with the group you have in mind, the room you can offer and what worries the group, then ask for a plan of the session. A school that replies with a price and nothing else has told you something.
Versus Jiu-Jitsu
“Professor Rodrigo is very disciplined and has a lot of experience with children.”
Calvin Chin's Martial Arts Academy
“My kids take the youth beginner class and the instructor is awesome!”
Holliston-Vilari's Self Dfns
“I definitely recommend it to everyone all ages and sizes!!!”
Metrowest Tang Soo Do
“I have found this studio and its complement of masters level instructors to be not only welcoming but also patient as I try to remember what I learned years ago.”
Mac Donald Academy of Martial Arts
“My son has benefited both physically and mentally from their caring and professional approach, and I would highly recommend this program to others.”
Cormier's Self Defense Academy
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Dedham
“Professional instruction that is clear and welcoming to beginners while challenging for experienced learners.”
Villari's Martial Arts and Wellness
“He teaches at each person's individual level and makes class fun!”
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Mohawk Martial Arts
“Nick the owner is the most determined individual I've ever met + anyone would be lucky to have him as their coach!”
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