The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 188 vetted & reviewed in the Ithaca area.
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Prominent finalists A-Z in Ithaca
Agape Black Belt Center
BFC Mixed Martial Arts Academy
Bedroc MMA
Crucible Jiu Jitsu
Empire Academy of Combat Sports and Fitness
Fairport Kung Fu
Faust’s USA Karate
Gracie Nepa Grappling Club
Mas Oyama’s Muteki Kyokushinkai Inc
Master Ken’s Xtreme Martial Arts Center
Nepa Mixed Martial Arts
Northeastern Ju Jitsu
Nova Jiu Jitsu
Pride Lands MMA Academy
Rochester Kung Fu and Fitness
Rochester Personal Defense
Rochester Phoenix Martial Arts
Samurai Martial Arts
Sussex County Mixed Martial Arts
Synthesis Brazilian Jiujitsu
The Rochester T’ai Chi Ch’uan Center
USA Masters Academy
USA Masters Academy & Kuek’s Martial Inc. Arts Inc.
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Umuvfit
(11)
“No matter what fitness level you are at they will adjust the workout to fit you so that its challenging.”
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Crystal City Martial Arts
(7)
Belt
Confidence
Taekwondo
“After ten years of training, she has gained not only confidence but poise, respect, strength, integrity and a myriad of other skills that allow her to be successful in taekwondo, academics, and life.”
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USA Masters Academy
(12)
“The school I selected 6 years ago for training has blessed me with an extended family of instructors, students and parents who call themselves USA Masters Academy, I hope your journey will be as rewarding as mine has been.”
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Synthesis Brazilian Jiujitsu
(49)
Knowledge
Environment
Area
“I took a long break and was hesitant to get back on the mats, but finally toured a few gyms in Rochester and knew I found the place to train when I met Casey and his crew.”
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Faust's USA Karate
(49)
Goal
Learned
Teen
“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
Respect
Homework
“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)
“And like most Martial arts students I have been to multiple gyms in the area and Empire Academy has been the most organized, effective and practical school i've been to this far and I plan on staying here for as long as i'm in Rochester.”
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Samurai Martial Arts
(35)
“Thanks to Sensei Kurt, Sensei Megan, and the team of talented instructors, my kids have grown immensely, improving their karate techniques while developing respect, responsibility, and self-confidence.”
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Rochester Personal Defense
(49)
Gun Safety
Pistol
Firearms License
“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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Pride Lands MMA Academy
(50)
Judo
Learn
Shape
“Whether you want to succeed in the cage, on the wrestling mat, in street self defense, or just looking for a challenge, Pridelands is the place to go.”
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Mas Oyama's Muteki Kyokushin
(49)
Adults
Learn
Travel
“If you like an original old school traditional karate where you will learn real life self defense system look no further, Sensei Rene Cruz is very experienced instructor with huge background full of real life experiences.”
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Master Ken's Xtreme Martial Arts Center
(50)
Respect
Discipline
Education
“She is learning discipline, and knowing the meaning of achieving her goals and dreams of becoming a leader and teacher and most important part is getting her Taekwondo Black Belt..”
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Gracie Nepa Grappling Club
(49)
“Jujitsu, he's self motivated and ready to go and I'm happy he's learning how to control his little mind and grow into a responsible adult that can take care of himself.”
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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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Crucible Jiu Jitsu
(38)
Family Oriented
Atmosphere
Professor
“I grew up in the martial arts, and I have fond memories of all the times I spend training at the children's class then hanging out with my friends while our parents all trained in the adults class.”
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Sussex County Mixed Martial Arts
(34)
Self Defense
Learn
Atmosphere
“The schedule is accommodating for any kind of busy worker or student and best of all, any weight, shape or size you are, there is always a pace that anyone can handle...”
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Northeastern Ju Jitsu
(26)
Shape
Jujitsu
Atmosphere
“Likewise, a style that was basically hard style Karate and Aiki Jiu-Jitsu evolved as the rise of MMA exposed what was effective, and what was speculation.”
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Bedroc MMA
(23)
“In addition to providing great training, they are also able to uniquely cater to almost all experience and fitness levels to help people reach their goals.”
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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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Rochester Phoenix Martial Arts
(18)
Sensei
Skills
“There is an extremely positive gym culture that supports all grapplers, whether you are new to training, returning back to training, or a looking for a new gym.”
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Nova Jiu Jitsu
(19)
Craft
BJJ
Practice
“Whether a woman in interested in becoming a BJJ tournament athlete or just interested in training self-defense techniques, the NOVA coaches and training partners create a safe and encouraging environment.”
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Back Mountain Jiu-Jitsu
(26)
Skills
Sports
Walking
“As someone who has always been drawn to combat sports and wrestling, but had zero experience and has never even considered themselves "athletic", I was never made to feel anything but welcome here.”
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Nepa Mixed Martial Arts
(35)
Bullying
Karate
Parent
“He also does so many more things for the kids then just the classes; group outings, after school programs, parents night outs, it is like being part of the family.”
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The Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center
(7)
“I have not yet to experience the pleasure to train, but I have been giving it some thought to have my five year old son train in my place.”
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