Kingdom Jiu-Jitsu
“The self-defense classes I attended were nothing short of transformative, as they simulated real-life scenarios, equipping me with invaluable skills and confidence.”
Best Self-Defense Classes near Garland, TX
1 of these schools is based in Garland; the others serve Garland from towns including Dallas (11 mi), Richardson (6 mi) and Plano (12 mi).
14 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
Brazilian Top Team North Dallas
“Even a super quiet introvert like myself has made friends that keep me going and learning!”
Marcelo Garcia Jiu-Jitsu of Dallas
“They were very welcoming and can accommodate people of all skill levels.”
Corvo Martial Arts
“It was my first time trying jiu jitsu and even though I'm a total beginner it was easy to follow and understand the instructors and everyone was super welcoming, you could tell there's a great vibe at this place.”
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North South Jiu Jitsu
“Stellar education, stellar teammates, lots of fun, and two professors who would do anything to help you be the best version of you”
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Wolverine Martial Arts
“Mark (Co-Owner/Instructor) has exceeded expectation in not only working around my initial limitations, but also making me feel welcome in the academy”
Short self-defense courses listed for Garland, TX 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: Garland, TX
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 2,021 reviews; all 15 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "confidence". 14 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 8 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2002. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 7 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.
Which course providers listed for Garland describe their courses online?
All 15 cards carry a website link. Look for a real outline, who teaches, and who the course is for. Stock photography of a woman throwing a man in a white studio is not an outline, and schools that keep their content vague are often selling the same session to every audience.
Carlos Machado Jiu Jitsu
“Even the days where I feel like nothing's clicking, I always finish the class with more experience than when I walked in the door.”
Gracie ONE Jiu Jitsu Academy
“Not only are the professors amazing and welcoming, but are very knowledgeable.”
Sharpen Iron Academy
“They check in on your outside of the gym, they are all kind and motivating and just the right type of people you would want to be around and put your kids around.”
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Underground Jiu-Jitsu
“Had a blast rolling with these fellas and I highly recommend them for anyone wanting to train BJJ.”
Carlos Machado Jiu Jitsu Lake Highlands
“Anyone, from beginner to black belt, can learn here and have fun doing it.”
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316 BJJ
“Started out as doing the warrior challenge, after 3 weeks I knew it was the perfect gym for me and changed over to a membership!”
VA Academy Jiu Jitsu
“VABJJ is for everyone, stay at home mothers, weekend warriors, kids and avid competitors, they all have a home at VABJJ!”
Action Self Defense
“Taught me that small and mighty can be better than big and stupid.”
DFW Combat Co
“Over all professionalism of the owner changed my opinion of this gym he treats you with humility and respect shout out to Daniel 💪”
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