Mountain Kim Martial Arts
“The instructors and staff are amazing and my child has grown into a strong and confident young lady.”
Best Self-Defense Classes in Fredericksburg, VA
10 schools listed · 7 in Fredericksburg · 9 open weekends · all 10 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
MBA Majest Martial Arts Fredericksburg
“I have watched timid young kids evolve into confident and mature young adults under his direction.”
Nexus American Jiu Jitsu
“The instructors are great, Ganon is super welcoming, and Evan is the man.”
The LAB Martial Arts Academy
“The atmosphere at this school is unbeatable - supportive, motivating, and filled with camaraderie.”
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Watershed Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Our oldest son (6) has been practicing BJJ for a little over a year and his knowledge and skill has improved immensely since being at Watershed.”
Darcio Lira Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“I got a ton of great tips that I can't wait to implement into my game plan.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Fredericksburg, VA are spread across the 10 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: Fredericksburg, VA
7 of the 10 schools we list are based in Fredericksburg; the other 3 serve Fredericksburg from Stafford (13 mi), Woodbridge (28 mi) and Manassas (31 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 788 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 9 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 5 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 10 of the schools on this page; 7 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 2 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 Fredericksburg?
By email, and 7 of the 10 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.
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Empower Martial Arts Academy
“This establishment has served me as a home away from home for the last two years!”
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Yamasaki Academy Woodbridge
“Very professional and friendly environment would recommend anyone to give these guys a chance.”
Prestige Sport Martial Arts
“Instructors are very patient and attentive with the students, their customer service is top notch and I can see how this place has such a positive impact on the community”
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