The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 167 vetted & reviewed in the Kettering area.
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Prominent finalists A-Z in Kettering
Asian Arts Center Taekwondo School
Bendu Academy
Brown Institute
Buckner Martial Arts
Budokai Academy of Martial Arts Middletown
Chung’s Academy of Martial Arts
Cincinnati Krav Maga
Dayton Muay Thai
Empowered Personal Protection
Hamilton-Fairfield Taekwondo Center
Integrity Martial Art Cincinnati
Legacy Martial Arts Academy
Martial Arts Lessons in Kettering
Martin Martial Arts
Mason Karate and Fitness
Nishime Martial Arts
POWER Self-Defense Academy
Powell MMA and Fitness (Jiu Jitsu
Premier Shooting & Training Center
S&G Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Salsa City Studio
Shito-Kai Ohio
The Dojo Martial Arts
Twigs Kids Gymnastics
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Asian Arts Center Taekwondo School
(27)
Life
Happy
Skills
“My questions about each program were answered without hesitation, which made me feel encouraged about my decision to enroll my then 6 year old daughter.”
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Tama Martial Arts
(49)
“It's a family affair when you come here and couldn't be happier with how much my three children have grown and developed with the addition of martial arts.”
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Budokai Academy of Martial Arts Middletown
(37)
Energy
Ninjas
Confidence
“As a Taekwondo Master, this is one of the BEST martial arts schools in the Cincinnati area!”
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SG Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(48)
Muay Thai
People
Skilled
“I read a review about prices this gym is really fair on memberships , most days there are atleast 5 scheduled classes am/pm , opertunity to take private lessons and really develope yourself.”
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Twigs Kids Gymnastics
(35)
World's Greatest Birthday Parties!, Special Tumbling Classes, Through High School
“Not only do they have an action packed schedule with themed weeks that my kids love (bubble parties, Kona Ice, petting zoo, face painting, and so much more!”
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Brown Institute
(25)
“Sensei Brown made me feel very welcome and at home since the very beginning as I was super nervous, never having experienced a Martial Arts gym with just a wrestling background.”
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Dayton Muay Thai
(11)
Adult Karate, Personal Training, Martial Arts
“This is hands down one of the best Muay Thai gyms in the USA this art has really gave me a lot of confidence Master Teningco is truly a legend , he focuses on the fundamentals and truly cares about the art not like other gyms that favor the EGO , mar...”
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Chung's Academy of Martial Arts
(13)
Taekwondo
“My husband and I love that we can take classes together as a family instead of being split up as was the case in other martial arts programs that we visited.”
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Empowered Personal Protection
(3)
“Really helpful for beginners since I felt that it was okay to make newbie mistakes and learn from them.”
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Premier Shooting & Training Center
(40)
“Costs less than "Target World" - which is old, filthy, stinky and beyond unprofessional (like the West Chester Police Department, despite being in Sharonville).”
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Salsa City Studio
(23)
Feeling
Instructors
Energy
“Several times Liza would start working on an area and if be unsure if I could possibly have a tight muscle there but sure enough she'd gently get it worked out and feeling better than I realized it could.”
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Legacy Martial Arts Academy
(49)
Facility
Judo
Environment
“Clean facility, welcoming environment, high level attention to technical detail, and availability that provides a training environment for almost any schedule.”
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Buckner Martial Arts
(33)
“The instructors are top tier and have helped my son with his fitness, his confidence, and made him competitive in karate on a national and international stage.”
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Mason Karate and Fitness
(2)
Self Defense, Family Classes, Youth & Kinder Karate
“Our family has trained under Mason Karate & Fitness school for many years, and as a parent & student myself, I can attest that the training there has been excellent in traditional Okinawan karate, and a valuable discipline, for All ages.”
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Hamilton-Fairfield Taekwondo Center
(21)
No Contracts
“I attended classes for a few months, have not made it back yet, however, if you are looking for interactive taekwondo or even Judo (Friday) this place is more than capable of filling your need, excellent for family taekwondo as well.”
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Martin Martial Arts
(4)
Discipline
“With 2 kid's in the program for almost 6 years, we couldn't be happier- they are not at all commercial in their approach and instead focus on learning and technique.”
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Shito-Kai Ohio
(2)
“This school has been an absolute pleasure, the instructor is extremely competent, patient yet keeps discipline and respect as top priorities, very well rounded in my opinion looking forward to more training here”
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Nishime Martial Arts
(49)
Jiu Jitsu
Confidence
Discipline
“I'd highly recommend Nishime to not only receive training from top-notch professionals, but to also learn a valuable lifelong skill set for both children and adults alike.”
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The Dojo Martial Arts
(43)
Train
Atmosphere
Skills
“Classes detailing different movements, strikes, grapples, throws, varying lengths of weaponry, and traditional yoroi armor techniques help to create an all-around and balanced practitioner of any age.”
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Integrity Martial Art Cincinnati
(2)
“Soon to be Open Again”
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Cincinnati Krav Maga
(17)
Learn
Feel
Self-Defense
“Wonderful opportunity to learn practical self-defense skills and strategies, push your physical fitness to the next level, and enjoy an environment with a great family feel.”
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Power Self-Defense Academy
(3)
Son
“POWER Self-Defense Academy has been an amazing experience for my son.”
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Powell MMA and Fitness (Jiu Jitsu
(49)
Questions
Atmosphere
Learning
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced fighter, Powell MMA Gym provides an excellent environment to hone your skills and achieve your fitness goals.”
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Bendu Academy
(50)
Atmosphere
Knowledge
Jiu Jitsu
“He has a special ability to clearly communicate movements & technique to beginners, while also being able to greatly expand the game of his more advanced students.”
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