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Self Defense Firearms Training
- Matter
- CCW
- Safety
“Make no mistake, you are going to learn way more than anywhere else, Greg has 40+ years experience, he is the one who teaches all CA police force, FBI, CIA & etc.”
Best Self-Defense Classes in Long Beach, CA
24 schools listed · 8 in Long Beach · 23 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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The Jiu-Jitsu League
- Grappling
- Clean
- Professor
“There is a Starbucks, Chipotle, BWW, Ralphs grocery store, Ulta, AMC, Barnes and Nobles, BOA ATM and local shops/restaurants that share the same plaza as the gym.”
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Huntington Beach
- Belt
- Adults
- Understanding
“This BJJ gym offers the full range of classes, from Women Empowered and Combatives (self defense with a gradual, non-threatening approach) to standard no gi and "sport" BJJ.”
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Martial Arts USA
- Class
- Belt
- Son
“One year later John is an Advanced Blue Belt, rides a bike, went zip lining in Julian, and hiked to the top of Vernal Falls in Yosemite without a complaint.”
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Hardworx Fitness 4th Saint
- Phone
- Trainer
- Classes
“People are so inedibly nice from Chris, who helped me book the class to Jays, the instructor who is not only amazing but spent the time to make me feel comfortable and welcome and spent time during the class w/me and another new person teaching us th...”
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Triton Gym
- Goals
- Weights
- Train
“I've tried several kickboxing/ martial arts gyms in the South Bay over the past few months but hadn't been willing to commit to the cost of joining one of them.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Long Beach, 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: Long Beach, CA
8 of the 24 schools we list are based in Long Beach; the other 16 serve Long Beach from towns including Huntington Beach (12 mi), Manhattan Beach (15 mi) and Laguna Beach (29 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 940 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise communication (91%), quality (89%) and professionalism (86%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills", "confidence" and "atmosphere". 23 are open on Saturdays and 7 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 17 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 58 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the schools on this page; 19 publish a contact page; 17 list a public email and 9 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 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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Power of One Self
“They use positive reinforcement strategies to assist students in learning/ building values like perseverance and personal integrity as students learn self defense skills.”
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Power of Leverage Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Strength
- Competition
- Parents
“Professor Kelly and Maya are two of the most amazing people who have built a gym that is so welcoming and encouraging and a place where kids can come and grow.”
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Cho's Academy
- Yoga
- Confidence
- Studio
“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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Blue Collar Grappling
- Sambo
- Professor
- Atmosphere
“What influenced me to join his gym was his teaching etiquette as well as how he creates a sense of community and a sense of belonging for his students.”
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Laguna Beach Dojo
- Community
- Teach
- Confidence
“The studio also projects itself locally in multiple social good activities which helps in what I think is critical for a martial arts studio, building character.”
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Huntington Beach Ultimate Training Center
“I have tried different ways of getting a good workout, ranging from walking at the gym or doing weight training, and none of those have kept me engaged and interested when I'm here.”
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Classic Boxing Coach
- Fitness
- Feel
- The Atmosphere
“What's really eye-opening is each time I feel like I'm getting the hang of it, I'm introduced to something new, which makes me realize how much more there is to learn.”
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Undisputed Fight Academy
- Self
- Skill
- Team
“This place is SO friendly and welcoming to all ages, genders and skill levels… AND the workouts, focus on form, & continuous encouragement of training is just awesome!!”
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All Rise Martial Arts
- Fitness
- Birthday
- Jiu Jitsu
“While I went into the series of classes knowing very little about self defense, I came away feeling more self assured and confident with an array of actions I could readily put to use.”
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Gracie Barra Long Beach
- Train
- Professor
- Son
“There is a strong spirit of camaraderie and friendship amongst my classmates, and I know one thing for sure; rolling with great people is the best way to start any day!”
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Dojo by Leo Vieira / Jiu Jitsu
- Jiu-Jitsu
- Clean
- Environment
“Even during this quarantine time, they've restructured the classes to accommodate the shelter-in place with virtual Zoom classes 3x a week for 30 minute sessions.”
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Electric Jiu Jitsu
- Team
- Train
- Professor
“Great place for the boys (and girls) to learn in a fun environment.”
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Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Huntington Beach
- Mats
- Professor
- World Champion
“” While Professor Sousa is keeping things top-notch on the mats, Marina keeps the front office welcoming and friendly and she handles all of the administrative duties in addition to making sure that there are plenty of clean gis for rentals and that...”
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Carpio Jiu Jitsu
- Wisdom
- BJJ
- Professor
“Personally, coming into this gym (its been almost 10 months) and committing long term, I can now see that the student retention is high at this gym: they stay here not only for the high level instruction but also for the great camaraderie.”
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Combat Works
- Knows
- Cardio
- Krav Maga
“Omer teaches how to be prepared for any situation in the real world, whether you're at a bus stop, ATM machine, or in front of a counter ordering a burger, his techniques help to mentally and physically prep you for whatever situation you're in, in w...”
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United Studios of Self Defense Huntington Beach
- Kickboxing
- Sensei
- Classes
“They go above and beyond in creating an atmosphere for kids, with activities after classes that allows the students to continue socializing and grow in their relationships.”
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Cobrinha Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Redondo Beach
- Son
- Skill
- Professor
“I would highly recommend this school because you're not having to worry about ego's and the accidents that usually follow that type of environment, all instructor's are patient and well put together as practitioners!”
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DG Boxing
- Shape
- Trainers
- Lesson
“He is constantly looking to improve and challenge my ability and skill, keeping a close eye on how my comfort level is with each exercise and day by day.”
Self-Defense Training Services in Long Beach, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$186
Maximum cost
$557
National Average
$285
Avg Per Hour Rates
$75
$248
$384
Fair price range is based on 452 cost profiles
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