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Gabrieles Martial Arts
“This school provides a safe environment, amazing teachers who treats students and family members with respect, and students who are always willing to help new ones improve everyday.”
Best Self-Defense Classes near Groton, CT
These schools serve Groton from nearby bases in towns including Waterford, Stonington and Westerly, RI.
10 schools listed · all 10 open weekends · 9 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Crossroads Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“Dustin's approach to teaching techniques reinforced with sparring has worked really well for me.”
Shindokan Budo
“Erik Johnstone Sensei provides the highiest level of instruction for these traditional martial arts in the area and has been instructing people of all ages for nearly 30 years.”
Brausa Carlson Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Attended an introductory class this past week.”
Renzo Gracie Shoreline Academy
“Andrew Papadopolous will show you the way of Bjj and also tell you some real cool stories.”
Coventry BJJ Academy
“Also, a very fun and engaging kids class”
Short self-defense courses listed for Groton, CT 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: Groton, CT
The 10 schools on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 253 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 9 are rated 4.5 or higher. 8 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 6 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 16 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 8 of the schools on this page; 8 publish a contact page; 5 list a public email and 4 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; 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 Groton?
By email, and 5 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.
Valley Shore Martial Arts
“Great instructors, classes, and karate helped not only his confidence but also his work ethic.”
Mackavi Martial Arts
“Great place to learn martial arts.”
Epic Martial Arts
“She provides EXPERT instruction to her karate students, rock steady boxers, and coaches in training.”
SV Performance
“Greg is a wonderful instructor who is patient, encouraging and positive with the kids.”
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