The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 194 vetted & reviewed in the Hamburg area.
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Prominent finalists A-Z in Hamburg
Agape Black Belt Center
Balbino Jiu Jitsu
Bedroc MMA
Buffalo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Empire Academy of Combat Sports and Fitness
Fairport Kung Fu
Faust’s USA Karate
Karate Ken’s
Kung Fu Buffalo
Leroy Karate & Self Defense Center
Mas Oyama’s Muteki Kyokushinkai Inc
Master Biesik’s Martial Arts
Master Chong’s World Class Tae Kwon Do
Pride Martial Arts Academy
Project Future Center WNY
Riederer’s Kenpo Self-Defense Studio
Rochester Kung Fu and Fitness
Rochester Personal Defense
Rochester Phoenix Martial Arts
Samurai Martial Arts
Spar Self Defense
Synthesis Brazilian Jiujitsu
The Training Edge
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Kung Fu Buffalo
(11)
Tai Chi
System
“The dedicated staff and amazing programs offered at Kung Fu Buffalo make this school a MUST for anyone serious about improving their health, strength, and overall well being.”
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WNY MMA & Fitness
(43)
Atmosphere
Culture
Son
“The business is organized, professional, clean, and communicates well, not to mention there are classes available in a wide variety of times in all of the major grappling and striking styles.”
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Buffalo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
(22)
Walk
Area
Mats
“Many gyms teach moves, while at this Academy concepts, positions, transitions, are presented in an understandable way so that students can understand Jiu Jitsu rather than mimick it.”
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Spar Self Defense
(50)
“All the instructors are top notch and do an amazing job teaching my son what he needs to know to defend himself and help give him confidence and teach him respect.”
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Master Biesik's Martial Arts
(32)
“Master Biesik has this love for martial arts, I've trained with back when I was in elementary school (now I'm in college) and he was always my favorite teacher.”
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Riederer's Kenpo Self-Defense Studio
(46)
Lessons
Respect
Skills
“She loves the class and I am beyond thrilled for the experience we have here and highly recommend this studio to other parents who are looking for their children to learn a martial art and valuable life lessons too!”
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Pride Martial Arts Academy
(44)
“Master Patterson is an excellent teacher and holds the children (and I'm sure all other students) to a very high standard while also being gentle and individualized for the kids who need it.”
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Master Chong's World Class Tae Kwon Do
(48)
“At 34 I've never been one for working out with others (uncoordinated introvert) and had no familiarity, but on a bleak winter day I decided to give it a shot.”
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The Training Edge
(19)
Self-Defense Classes
“The instructors are awesome people who are always willing to answer any questions or even stay a little bit later to help you fine tune something you may have been struggling with.”
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Project Future Center
(12)
“Fantastic Community Center that gives excellent instruction on Martial Arts in a fun safe environment that is family friendly and builds character in our students.”
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Karate Ken's
(17)
Discipline
“A great place for both kids and adults to learn karate.”
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Balbino Jiu Jitsu
(3)
BJJ
“Highest possible recommendation you should come check this place out if you're in the area especially if you want to get a lot of direct coaching from one of the best MMA guys out there with a black belt in Judo and jiu-jitsu.”
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Leroy Karate & Self Defense Center
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Synthesis Brazilian Jiujitsu
(49)
Knowledge
Competitive
Learn
“I highly recommend it to anyone looking to get past their white belt nerves to take the leap into BJJ, or anyone with experience to train with some elite practitioners!”
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Faust's USA Karate
(49)
Goal
Values
Community
“Kai appreciates all the time, effort, and energy the instructors devote to him (as well as his peers) to ensure he has a rewarding, safe, and productive experience while training.”
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Rochester Kung Fu and Fitness
(50)
Ninjas
Skills
Son
“Rochester Kung Fu And Fitness is a great place to learn focus, respect, and how to defend yourself in sticky situations—it's also fun, and a lot of connections are made.”
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Empire Academy of Combat Sports and Fitness
(33)
“Whether you're going to train to be fighter or just just coming as a hobby, you're going to get quality training from coaches that are experts in this field.”
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Samurai Martial Arts
(35)
“I found Tim to be extremely courteous and professional, in answering all my questions; offering a solution very quickly, without being too pushy about anything.”
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Rochester Personal Defense
(49)
Gun Safety
Understanding
Permit
“I liked that they started the class with reading the 2nd amendment to the constitution and went over many examples of using a firearm in NY for the conceal and carry class.”
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Mas Oyama's Muteki Kyokushin
(49)
Adults
Respect
Confidence
“He puts a positive pressure on me to push my limits in training which has resulted in me learning i am much stronger and more capable of what I imagined and i cant wait to see where this takes me.”
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Fairport Kung Fu
(7)
“You will learn more about the way your body moves and balance manipulation here than any other school in the area, not to mention some intense practical self defense techniques.”
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Bedroc MMA
(23)
“There bottom line amazing there super friendly and they really invest in you my boyfriend and nephew have been going for a few months now and they love it never a dull moment they're always learning something new and the vibes you get from this place...”
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Rochester Phoenix Martial Arts
(18)
Skills
Sensei
“The variety of programs their instructors provide is amazing, and the variety of classes makes it easy to find time to improve your skills, to learn new skills, and to stay healthy!”
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Agape Black Belt Center
(34)
“Sometimes I feel that Master Ra should be a Professor in Philosophy (he is a very interesting person and fun to be around with…in fact, we adore the entire Ra Family!”
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