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Victory MMA & Fitness

(44)

Classes
Environment
Train

“There's a fair amount of women that have been coming, and there are some great guys that I can roll with that I don't have to worry about getting injured versus another gym that I previously attended(where I would be out for a month or two due to the...”

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Jiu Jitsu Foundation

(37)

“Thankfully, Master Cadu and Jiu Jitsu Foundation is an amazing place with a very positive and friendly environment that fosters everyone to respect and help each other with developing and improving their skill set.”

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Gracie Barra San Diego

(38)

Jiu Jitsu
Train
Professor

“The training sessions are well scaled so you can work on the fundamental moves in the first part of the training session, and then move to more and more action/intensity in the session if you and whoever you are partnered up with desire…if you want t...”

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Primal Jiu Jitsu

(22)

BJJ
Mats
Professor

“Whether you are looking to compete in tournaments or are mostly interested in self-defense, Professor Davis tailors his answers to your body type and style, so that you get the most out of training.”

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Gracie Jiu Jitsu La Mesa

(20)

Professor
Son
Train

“The strong family culture, combined with skilled instructors and a welcoming environment, make it an exceptional choice for anyone looking to explore the world of Jiu Jitsu.”

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Versus Jiu Jitsu Team La Mesa

(2)

“Good variety of classes for all levels”

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City Boxing

(46)

“I love coming here to work out, the staff and attendees, motivated me to be consistent in regularly be, healthy, if want to better yourself this is the place to get a membership, tons of stuff to occupy your desires to better yourself!”

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Full Potential Martial Arts Academy

(41)

Learning
Sensei
Self Defense

“As an adult with no martial arts, much less any fighting, experience, I was quickly made to feel comfortable and welcomed into a new environment and immediately came away with confidence to defend myself in the smartest way possible.”

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10th Planet San Diego Jiu Jitsu and Training Center

(42)

Skill
Muay Thai
MMA

“All of the bjj coaches are so knowledgeable and experienced (Jacob, Roberto, Harold, Nora, Joe) and of course, it's amazing learning from head coach Richie Martinez, who is always around and very approachable and humble.”

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THE Arena

(49)

Kickboxing, Fma / Kali, Martial Arts

“Very good environment, different types of martial arts, the sign up process was plain and simple Ken was able to fully explain it without any doubts great place to start if you're new into martial arts!”

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Atos Jiu Jitsu HQ

(46)

“I understand that the academy has many students (which is why I feel that this can be improved) The whole process is super streamlined and legit nonetheless, but I feel like sometimes the professors don't even know my name and I've been training ther...”

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Gallegos Jiu Jitsu HQ

(49)

“As a combat veteran with PTSD, 8 failed suicide attempts, 9 health organizations with the VA being the 6th, and the VA outsourcing me to the Vet Center, Crown View Medical, and Sharps Mesa Vista who all kicked me back to the VA, life can feel like a ...”

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Impact Krav Maga Self-Defense

(47)

Learn
Expertise
Course

“They're from all walks of life - young, old, big, small, experienced and absolute beginners, but in every class, Veronica and Yury cultivate a fun, relaxed, inclusive, and yet focused atmosphere that gets everyone working their hardest to foster indi...”

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White Tiger Kung Fu

(50)

Healthy
Shape
Knowledge

“Not only did I learn self-defense to protect myself at Kung Fu, I learned many other beneficial knowledge about maintaining a healthy physical body through intense exercise, restorative meditative practices like Tai Chi and Chi Gong, herbs, teas, and...”

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Rada Jiu Jitsu Academy

(50)

Train
Learn
Professors

“Hello, I've been training jiu-jistu at Rada over a year and i truly love and embrace the challenge, not only myself but also my daughter trains there too , they have the best teachers and everybody respect each other and make you feel like family !”

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Versatile Fitness

(49)

Motivating
Life
Trainers

“I have been exercising and training since the late 90s (not to age myself), and I've worked with 3 personal trainers, tried every new fitness program from lifting, cardio, circuit training, tabata, Cross Fit, HIIT workouts, yoga, cardio, and sports.”

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Legion American Jiu Jitsu San Diego

(48)

Sunday
Locker Rooms
Mat

“Shout out to coach MIHA for signing me up and coaches Austin and Mike on the beginner course on teaching the foundation of the techniques to improve and have fun and skills in case to”

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Odyssey Training Center San Diego

(48)

Jiu Jitsu
Community
Coaches

“Now, I actually prefer the classes with the guys, I feel like I'm able to feel more powerful rolling/sparring with upper belts that are 200+ lbs, and it makes me feel like I'd have a fighting chance elsewhere and that I've learned so much more becaus...”

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Clark Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy

(44)

Professors
Atmosphere
Train

“If you are serious about wanting to learn this beautiful art, true Gracie Jiu Jitsu and not some knock off, and if you are willing to put in the work, you will learn it here, and make a great group of friends and training partners along the way.”

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10th Planet Poway Jiu Jitsu

(48)

Environment
Grappling
Train

“The staff and teammates are so friendly you can't help but thank them after they gently choke you unconscious would recommend to any adult man/woman or kid to give it a try it's absolutely life changing”

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Six Blades Jiu-Jitsu Pacific Beach

(47)

“He explained some of the ways he prepares for BJJ tournaments and then taught us a chain of techniques and concepts that started from the initial contact when standing, then went to takedown, to control and finally to finish on the ground.”

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99 Jiu-Jitsu HQ

(42)

Environment
Learn
Train

“Professor Tellis is a Legend in BJJ for being for being an innovator of techniques (turtle/octopus guard), World Champion (still competes after 2 decades), and has trained numerous World Champions (Cobrinha/Galvao).”

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Del Mar Jiu-Jitsu Club

(50)

“Mike Phelps and the staff at Del Mar Jiu-Jitsu Club not only accommodated me on the mat, helping me to work around injuries, but welcomed me into an eclectic community whose members are as interesting off the mat as they are intense on it.”

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Eidson Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

(50)

“Sensei Andrew also keeps a close eye on each of his student's development and makes sure if they are struggling with moves during rolling/sparring sessions, they are given extra training in the fundamentals group the next day.”

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Average Cost	$246
Minimum cost	$160
Maximum cost	$480
Avg Per Hour Rates	$64

Best Self-Defense Classes in La Mesa, CA

The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 177 vetted & reviewed in the La Mesa area.

Victory MMA & Fitness

Jiu Jitsu Foundation

Gracie Barra San Diego

Primal Jiu Jitsu

Gracie Jiu Jitsu La Mesa

Versus Jiu Jitsu Team La Mesa

City Boxing

Full Potential Martial Arts Academy

10th Planet San Diego Jiu Jitsu and Training Center

THE Arena

Atos Jiu Jitsu HQ

Gallegos Jiu Jitsu HQ

Impact Krav Maga Self-Defense

White Tiger Kung Fu

Rada Jiu Jitsu Academy

Versatile Fitness

Legion American Jiu Jitsu San Diego

Odyssey Training Center San Diego

Clark Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy

10th Planet Poway Jiu Jitsu

Six Blades Jiu-Jitsu Pacific Beach

99 Jiu-Jitsu HQ

Del Mar Jiu-Jitsu Club

Eidson Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

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