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Best Self-Defense Classes near Hempstead, NY
These schools serve Hempstead from nearby bases in towns including Malverne, Elmont and Oceanside.
15 schools listed · all 15 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
Popkin-Brogna Jujitsu Center
“My daughter has been going here for about 5 months, I highly recommend enrolling your kids here.”
Eastern Queens Boxing Club
“Had the pleasure of meeting the owner recently, he's very experienced and runs a great gym.”
Tactics Martial Arts
“If you're looking to improve yourself, gain serious practical martial skills and self defense from the best, then Tactics Martial Arts is the way to go.”
Taecole Tae Kwon Do & Fitness
“Master Messina is a powerhouse and she, along with her amazing staff, teach not only the art of Taekwondo but also instill confidence and compassion in her students.”
Okinawa Karate Kobudo Kai
“Compared to other dojos, they pay attention to the details and growth of the students.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Hempstead, NY 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: Hempstead, NY
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 1,297 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 14 are open on Saturdays and 9 on Sundays. 1 lists staff certifications (CPR) and 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 9 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 10 list a public email and 2 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.
Which course providers listed for Hempstead 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.
Universal Mixed Martial Arts
“She'll be starting here for their after-school program, and I'm really excited to see all that she'll learn, the skills she'll develop, and how much she'll grow.”
MAX Martial Arts & Fitness
“Not only are they learning but having a great time while doing it.”
Gracie Barra Long Island
“This place isn't strict about official uniforms and teaches a lot of modern American jiu-jitsu techniques！”
A-Force Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
“My son loves going to class and has learned a lot in a short time.”
Goshinkan Jujitsu Dojo
“The instruction is excellent with an approach that suits all skill levels and ages.”
Monarch Jiu Jitsu Academy
“The level of training is really high, both among the competitors and those who just train for fun”
First Battalion MMA and Fitness
“They're passionate about the sport and truly care about helping their students grow , whether you're a complete beginner or experienced.”
Mutant Mixed Martial Arts & Kioto Jiu Jitsu
“His support has improved me in too many ways to count and I can't thank him enough for that.”
Unity Jiu Jitsu Valley Stream
“Professor Fabio and the other instructors are fantastic with children, providing encouragement while teaching valuable lessons in respect, discipline, confidence, and perseverance.”
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