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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Laguna Hills
- Gracie Family
- Mentor
- Coach
“If you're looking for a jiu-jitsu gym that offers top-notch instruction, a supportive community, and a clean environment, look no further than Gracie Laguna Hills.”
Best Self-Defense Classes in Laguna Hills, CA
24 schools listed · 9 in Laguna Hills · 1 open 24/7 · 21 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Optimus Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
- Life
- Train
- Mats
“His passion for JJ is felt in every detail of the academy, from the beautiful and clean atmosphere to the quality and professionalism of his instructors.”
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Cho's Academy
- Yoga
- Belt
- Confidence
“Cho's Academy in Laguna Beach is the greatest place I have ever trained at, I used to get caught with chokes, leg locks, and arm bars while rolling in Juijitsu.”
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YIC Taekwondo
“Very nice place, nice and professional Coach”
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Laguna Beach Dojo
- Community
- Studio
- Teach
“I haven't just been taught how to defend myself, I've been able to grow more than I ever thought was possible, more than I even realized that I needed.”
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South Orange County Martial Arts Academy
- Learn
- Belts
- Kung fu
“If you want your child to learn something of lifelong importance and get fit at the same time, or for yourself to learn vital skills and feel good, then make it.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Laguna Hills, CA are spread across the 24 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: Laguna Hills, CA
9 of the 24 schools we list are based in Laguna Hills; the other 15 serve Laguna Hills from towns including Laguna Niguel (4 mi), Laguna Beach (5 mi) and Lake Forest (5 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 829 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (98%), professionalism (89%) and communication (73%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "confidence" and "skills". 1 is open around the clock; 21 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 18 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 98 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 7 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the schools on this page; 21 publish a contact page; 17 list a public email and 8 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
Which course providers listed for Laguna Hills describe their courses online?
All 24 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.
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Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy OC
- Taekwondo
- Couple
- Confidence
“Jiu Jitsu is so much more than just a sport , it is a lifestyle and will transform your life for the better, Master Kravitz is the best instructor, and he is inspiring.”
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Black Belt Academy
- Teach
- Skills
- Self Confidence
“I highly recommend sending your kids here because I am one of the students and Master Rhee is a patient nice and is determined to teach us till be become like him.”
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Grappler's Studio
“Very nice gym, I train here almost every day, the coaches and members here are very nice, always supportive and motivational during practices and competitions.”
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Subfighter MMA
“Whether its your first time trying out the sport or you have done it for years and want to do it professionally, this place has the classes that will best fit you!”
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Russ Miura Jiu Jitsu
- Knowledge
- Teach
- BJJ
“There are also several police officers that train there that really let me extend the knowledge of the sport into how that would work in a self defense situation as well.”
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West Coast Jiu-Jitsu Academy
- Discipline
- Home
- Human
“Most importantly, he will welcome you with open arms into a family of individuals who all seek the same goal; to sharpen themselves mentally, and fortify themselves physically.”
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Master Graesser's National Taekwondo
“Taking classes and training here is not like other group activities we've participated in because training at National TKD feels more like you are part of a family.”
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Kung Fu San Soo of Orange County
- Self Defense
“The most knowledgeable teacher with the most direct time spent training and teaching under Jimmy Woo.”
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OC Mudo
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Allsafe Defense System
- Shooting Range
- Educational
- Informative
“A very well prepared and presented course both for the person with no experience or knowledge at all to reloading and looking to begin reloading for the first time.”
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Phenom Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
- Technical
- Life
- Parent
“At Phenom I have the privilege to witness my kids growth not only in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu but also their strength, stamina, patience, problem-solving, confidence, and sociability”
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Wing Chun Kung Fu
- Happy
- Feel
- Self-Defense
“I had the opportunity to study with Sifu Williss prior to opening Dragon & it made an immeasurable impact on me and my work as well as family relations.”
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OC Martial Arts
“My kid totally loved the 30 mins little ninja class and his instructors, good little work out for him and learned about discipline, self-control, focus, healthy eating.”
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OC Fitness Coach Inc.
“Even though I only go in once a week (and only pay for that hour), Tihana texts me and acts as my support system in my weight loss journey throughout the week.”
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Krav Maga of Orange County
“Great place great people”
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Huntington Beach
- Belt
- Combatives
- Adults
“I drive to Huntington Beach specifically train at this gym despite the fact that there are many other gyms and affiliations that are more convenient for my schedule.”
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Rounders MMA & Boxing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Cardio Kickboxing
- Fun
- Wrestling
“Rounders is an amazing gym with supportive coaches who not only push you to do your best, but also get to know you so that they know what your best is.”
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Therapeutic Martial Arts
“He is particularly good with kids who need a little extra help!”
Self-Defense Training Services in Laguna Hills, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$150
Maximum cost
$450
National Average
$230
Avg Per Hour Rates
$60
$200
$310
Typical price range is based on 361 cost profiles
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