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Saint Matthews Martial Arts

Saint Matthews Martial Arts

(14)
  • Adults
  • Self Defense
“What's most awesome about this dojo is that they are concerned with the whole child/teenager/young adult--not just their physical training and progression, but their character development as well.”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 1998
4160 Westport Rd B, Louisville, KY
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Louisville

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Louisville

(50)
  • Facility
  • Course
  • Self Defense
“I've wanted to begin martial arts for a long time and we checked several different places until we found LMAA and the combination of professionalism with real world application made LMAA our home.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1985
Jefferson Trade Center, 3600 Chamberlain Ln 136 B, Louisville, KY
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu of Kentucky J -Town

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu of Kentucky J -Town

(49)
“An official school under the association of Master Pedro Sauer, Professor Scott Smith and his team get you as close to authentic, Gracie Jiu-jitsu as you can possibly get.”
In Business Since 2018
11461 Blankenbaker Access Dr, Louisville, KY
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Core Combat Sports

Core Combat Sports

(45)
“Core teaches practical skills for confidence and safety, technical skills for competition, and offers an environment that is conducive to turning this art into both a habit and a passion.”
In Business Since 2005
13124 Eastpoint Park Blvd, Louisville, KY
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Kentucky Taekwondo

Kentucky Taekwondo

(50)
“Our 9 yr son and 7 yr old daughter has been with TKD for almost 6 months and it has been the most valuable extracurricular activity they have participated in outside of school.”
In Business Since 2004
Serving Lexington Area
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Rough Hands BJJ

Rough Hands BJJ

(48)
  • Environment
  • Atmosphere
  • Yoga
“Rough Hands has offered me a safe haven to comfortably and competently train BJJ without pressure or anxiousness while simultaneously pushing me to push myself.”
In Business Since 2023
1250 Bardstown Rd Suite 12, Louisville/Jefferson County metro government (balance), KY
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Made Fitness and Training Center

Made Fitness and Training Center

(12)
  • Kettlebells
  • Learned
  • Community
“But if you're the mustard-stained t-shirt guy who prefers 15 minutes on an elliptical and 45 minutes of phone scrolling, and you don't want to change, go somewhere else.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2013
1200 Truman Park Dr, Louisville/Jefferson County metro government (balance), KY
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Area 502 MMA

Area 502 MMA

(40)
“I've been to 4 classes now and I've realized how much I suck at it lmao but after every roll everyone thanks me for the workout, gives me 1-2 pointers and tells me "just come back, you'll get there" Coach Phil has put together a solid gym and great g...”
In Business Since 2014
444 Downes Terrace, Louisville, KY
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Full Moon Martial Arts

Full Moon Martial Arts

(35)
Zumba, Boxing, Safety AND Self Defense
“They are super approachable and friendly - I cannot tell you how important that is to someone who is shy, reserved and was completely new to martial arts before joining!”
In Business Since 2003
Serving Lexington Area
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Fight Factory

Fight Factory

(30)
  • Skilled
  • MMA
  • Atmosphere
“This gym is proactive about growth whether we're speaking in terms of personal fitness, getting bullied in school, competing in tournaments, or for your own personal goals.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2020
3622 Frankfort Ave, Louisville/Jefferson County metro government (balance), KY
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Triumph Combat

Triumph Combat

(17)
  • MMA
  • Train
  • Team
“I had the pleasure of training in this beautiful gym, I was well treated by everyone present at that time even though I was from another nation, it was no problem for anyone to dedicate the time to me.”
In Business Since 2022
1010 Clarks Ln, Louisville, KY
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Freestyle Fitness

Freestyle Fitness

(22)
  • Training
  • Classes
  • Gym
“If you are a beginner or a pro they have various classes at various levels for all to get what they want out of their fitness and to have fun doing it.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2010
Serving Lexington Area
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Evolve Training

Evolve Training

(16)
“I became stiff as a board competing in bodybuilding for around 10 years and Billy has really showed me ways to increase mobility/flexibility that go beyond just training jiu jitsu.”
In Business Since 2019
Serving Lexington Area
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Balmer Martial Arts

Balmer Martial Arts

(7)
  • Self Defense
“Recently I signed up for a women's self defense class there as well and it was so fun and I feel like what we learned is both useful and easy to remember and implement.”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2015
Serving Lexington Area
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Louisville Shaolin-Do Kung Fu & Tai Chi

Louisville Shaolin-Do Kung Fu & Tai Chi

(5)
“I get a better workout for what I've paid, it helps me in defending myself, and I feel an improvement in myself, plus I get to learn the weapons like bo, sai, and broadsword.”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1987
6407 Preston Hwy, Louisville, KY
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Criterion Jiu Jitsu of Louisville

Criterion Jiu Jitsu of Louisville

(18)
  • Environment
  • Train
  • Mats
“Lastly, I noticed that no matter whether you want to learn some self defense, want a hobby to help you get fitter, or want to compete in tournaments, there's a way for you to get what you want out of it here.”
In Business Since 2018
2801 Cleveland Blvd, Louisville, KY
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Black Cat Jiu-Jitsu

Black Cat Jiu-Jitsu

(11)
  • Sister
  • Technique
  • Skills
“As our old instructor was, Genevieve is meticulous and attentive to every detail in her students Jiu Jitsu, so you can ensure that the quality of her instruction is of the highest caliber.”
In Business Since 2022
Serving Lexington Area
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Prospect Martial Arts

Prospect Martial Arts

(5)
  • Learn
“My son loves taking classes here!”
In Business Since 2015
Serving Lexington Area
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Goshinkan International Hombu Dojo

Goshinkan International Hombu Dojo

(2)
“While I have not been to Kaicho Darel Chase's Hombu dojo, I have met him and trained with him at our previous Shisei Ryu Aiki Budo Hombu Dojo in De Ridder, LA when Kaiso Gary Ducote was still with us.”
In Business Since 2010
5311 Cane Run Rd, Louisville, KY
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Louisville Panthers Taekwondo

Louisville Panthers Taekwondo

(2)
  • Self Defense
“Master Hartoonian is kind, friendly, upbeat and very knowledgable with a broad range of teaching techniques.”
In Business Since 2023
12213 Old Lagrange Rd, Louisville/Jefferson County metro government (balance), KY 40223
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Blairwood Swimamerica Swim School

Blairwood Swimamerica Swim School

(2)
“In 8 lessons at Blairwood, I could see they were not only being challenged but also being taught potentially life-saving skills they had never been taught before.”
In Business Since 2010
9300 Blairwood Access Way, Louisville, KY
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Pinnacle Jiu Jitsu

Pinnacle Jiu Jitsu

(23)
  • Skilled
  • Atmosphere
  • Instruction
“It's intimidating to walk into a new jiu jitsu place as a female, but the class was safe and the instructors were great about making sure we were comfortable.”
In Business Since 2022
Serving Lexington Area
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Gracie Jiu Jitsu of Indiana

Gracie Jiu Jitsu of Indiana

(9)
  • Lessons
  • Atmosphere
  • Skills
“For our younger students, Gracie Jiu Jitsu of Indiana is more than just a training ground for martial arts; it's a platform for developing essential life skills in a setting that's both educational and entertaining”
In Business Since 2019
Serving Lexington Area
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Premier Shooting & Training Center

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).”
Locally Owned & Operated
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Coupons & Offers
Serving Lexington Area
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Self Defense Training Services in Lexington, KY Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$185
Maximum cost
$555
National Average
$284
Avg Per Hour Rates
$74
$247
$383
Average price range is based on 484 cost profiles
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Average Cost $284
Minimum cost $185
Maximum cost $555
Avg Per Hour Rates $74

Average range $247 to $383 is based on 484 cost profiles.

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