Self Defense Firearms Training
“Very efficient in his method and to the point, which made the process very streamline (exactly how I like it).”
Best Self-Defense Classes in Long Beach, CA
15 schools listed · 5 in Long Beach · 14 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
Blue Collar Grappling
“This school has been amazing for me and my son, this is his first organized thing he has ever tried.”
Martial Arts USA
“Whether it be individualized form adjustments, enhancing focus and listening skills, confidence, or working as a team - the kids can achieve success at their own pace.”
Gracie Barra Huntington Beach
“Rolling on the mats is like rolling with good friends because everyone is so helpful encouraging and supportive, but definitely pushes your game.”
Huntington Beach Ultimate Training Center
“The whole place is family oriented as well If you have your kids with you they are welcome to just hang out and even play if they're not taking classes as long as they stay in the right areas and aren't in the way”
Inspirit Jiu Jitsu Academy
“The kids Program is top notch from beginners learning self defense to high level competitors.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Long Beach, CA are spread across the 15 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: Long Beach, CA
5 of the 15 schools we list are based in Long Beach; the other 10 serve Long Beach from towns including Huntington Beach (12 mi), Redondo Beach (13 mi) and Seal Beach (5 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 1,147 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "knowledge" and "skills". 14 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 40 years. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 12 list a public email and 4 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 Long Beach describe their courses online?
All 15 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.
Power of One Self-Defense
“They use positive reinforcement strategies to assist students in learning/ building values like perseverance and personal integrity as students learn self defense skills.”
The Jiu-Jitsu League
“My teammates came back and dropped into an open mat and everyone welcomed them with open arms, even offering pointers after the rolls to my teammates competing at worlds that week.”
Dojo by Leo Vieira / Jiu Jitsu
“It's also extremely clean, which is always a huge factor in deciding where to train”
Crossfit DRS Athletics
“The workout schedule is thoughtfully put together to help everyone advance, improve and develop in a logical progression.”
Elite Training Center
“They are so welcoming and really do make you feel super comfortable, especially since this was my first time trying any martial art.”
Hardworx Fitness 4th Saint
“Nobody has their cell phone or doing photo shoots, everyone is willing to help each other and are very supportive.”
Canvas Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Would definitely recommend and will definitely be coming back for more open mats in the future.”
Gazze Academy
“The positive learning environment Coach Gazze, Coach Mark and all of the Gazze crew embrace enables everyone to start and progress their BJJ journey.”
Carpio Jiu Jitsu
“When you take part in Gustavo's classes, you are presented with well calculated, high percentage techniques that help you establish control of your opponent, in an environment that continuously stimulates growth and learning”
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