The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 182 vetted & reviewed in the Lake Forest area.
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Prominent finalists A-Z in Lake Forest
Allsafe Defense System
American Gym
Cho’s Academy
Costa Mesa Jiu Jitsu
Fast Result Fitness Personal Training
Gracie Barra Costa Mesa
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Laguna Hills
Hybrid Academy
Krav Maga of Orange County
Lockhart’s Karate Academy
Mjlh Kung Fu and Tai Chi
Mountain Taekwondo
O C Martial Arts
OC Fitness Coach Inc.
One Jiu Jitsu
Optimus Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Peaceful Warrior Jiu Jitsu
Phenom Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Ralph Gracie Mission Viejo
Red Zone Kickboxing
Rounders MMA & Boxing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Shimeru Judo & Jiu Jitsu Club
Therapeutic Martial Arts
Wing Chun Kung Fu
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Wing Chun Kung Fu
(34)
Sifu
Health
Learn
“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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Therapeutic Martial Arts
(4)
“Phenomenal with all the kids, gentle and kind while still instilling great values of discipline, focus, and respect while making every class fun.”
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One Jiu Jitsu
(27)
Feel
Community
Matter
“If you want an all around positive experience to establish self-discipline, accountability, and learn jiu jitsu from very skilled instructors, One Jiu Jitsu is the place to go.”
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Shimeru Judo & Jiu Jitsu Club
(18)
Mentor
Atmosphere
Learn
“The progressions and skills that my children have learned in the last few months that we've been here is not only a reflection on the expertise coaching but the structure that Patrick provides in his classes.”
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Red Zone Kickboxing
(2)
“The instructors are amazing and the people are so much fun in the classes.”
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Mjlh Kung Fu and Tai Chi
(2)
“It helped me improved my flexibility, balance, working on my breathing techniques, and improved my memory too.”
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American Gym
(39)
Motivating
Fitness
Jiu Jitsu
“Professional Coaches who care and truly teach you proper technique and form while giving you an amazing workout that is challenging and fun at the same time.”
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Allsafe Defense System
(49)
Ammo
Educational
CCW
“The key to becoming an NRA instructor is total participant involvement which is what TJ encourages in this course both in the classroom and on the shooting range.”
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Phenom Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(30)
Free Trial Class, Self Defence Classes, Martial Art Classes
“Absolutely love this place started training one day five years ago and never stopped since Professor Martin is a amazing jujitsu instructor with a loving and caring environment to learn jujitsu if you are looking to learn self-defense or just shred a...”
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OC Martial Arts
(23)
“Not only has our daughter's instruction at OC Martial Arts taught her the expected physical skills, improved fitness and basic self-defense but it has also helped to instill the importance of self-control, integrity, respect and hard work.”
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OC Fitness Coach Inc.
(48)
“Not only have I lost weight and look more toned but I have more energy every day, my diet is under control, and my endurance when I work out so much better.”
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Krav Maga of Orange County
(6)
“Great people, fantastic workout, fun but practical and vigorous atmosphere.”
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Laguna Hills
(46)
Injuries
Mentor
Combatives
“I have been training with Lee for almost a year and love the class structure, feeling of community, and Lee's passion for the art: you can feel it in every class.”
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Rounders MMA & Boxing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
(46)
Judo
Fun
Fitness
“Some gyms go too hard, some gyms don't go hard enough, but this gym is one of the rare ones that knows when and how to train so that you are ALWAYS getting better, but not getting injured.”
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Optimus Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(44)
Respect
Train
Confidence
“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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Lockhart's Karate Academy
(49)
Integrity
Behavior
Teach
“I am in my 50's and my daughters in their 20's - it is beneficial for all ages - not only learning self defense, but confidence, strength, flexibility, and fitness.”
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Gracie Barra Costa Mesa
(34)
Yoga
Community
Mats
“Feels great to be a part of a growing school, even adding a womens class and seeing it grow with awesome women ready to learn and join this bjj family I love so much.”
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Cho's Academy
(35)
Practice
Belt
Jiu-Jitsu
“The impact he has had on my son in shaping him into a respectful, attentive, compassionate & physically fit “team player” and leader is immeasurable.”
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Costa Mesa Jiu Jitsu
(30)
Teaching
Course
Professor
“Whether you're looking to add a new activity to your fitness repertoire, looking for a fun workout at an affordable price, or looking to learn practical self defense moves, Costa Mesa Jiu Jitsu is where to be!”
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Hybrid Academy
(34)
College
Prices
Environment
“Coach Rick and Sam always look out for everyone here, and the members are all very welcoming and will help you through the fine details if you need help.”
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Mission Viejo Jiu Jitsu
(29)
Self Defense
Adults
Ralph Gracie
“I trained Jiu Jitsu for a number of years before moving and I was looking for a Jiu Jitsu school with a warm and welcoming environment, friendly students, an outstanding kids program, and amazing Jiu Jitsu instruction.”
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Fast Result Fitness Personal Training
(28)
Personal Training, Women's Self Defense, Kickboxing
“He doesn't track your progress with detailed charts, because he knows exactly where you are in your progress — and if you stay with him over time, you start to learn how you can do the same for yourself without the need for fancy apps and metrics: It...”
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Peaceful Warrior Jiujitsu and Fitness
(27)
Equipment
Confidence
Personal Training
“Nick goes above and beyond both in the gym and on the mat, Im challenged physically, mentally, and my critical thinking skills have improved drastically since being part of whats not just a gym and jiu-jitsu academy its a family and i couldn't feel m...”
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Mountain Taekwondo
(31)
Principles
Belt
Confidence
“Master Mountain quickly reached our then-5-year-old daughter - he makes FUN and enjoyable classes and has brought out conscious effort, confidence, and determination to accel and apply herself in both Taekwondo and school work/daily life of a now 6 y...”
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