Best Self-Defense Classes in Los Angeles, CA

“Students range from beginners to black belts, and everyone is helpful and cool and happy to explain to you how they collected your leg, and what you should do to stop that the next time.”

“As a hobbyist practitioner, I have been intimidated by other jiu jitsu schools, but the environment at the Beverly Hills Jiu Jitsu club is immediately welcoming and friendly.”

“They offer enough beginner/all-levels classes throughout the week that even when I have a weird work schedule there are usually at least 3 maybe 4 classes a week I could make.”

“The professor's patience and dedication ensure that each student grasps techniques thoroughly before progressing, creating a solid foundation for continuous improvement.”

“Beyond developing great karate skills, our kids are learning about respect, community, excellence, spirit, compassion, and a whole host of other ways to continually grow into their best selves.”

“There's a clear format for the class and I like how easy it is for kids to keep track of working towards goals (every 12 classes/sticker, you move up in belt rank).”

“Self defense is very important in todays world especially for young people and this dojo offers many different ways to protect yourself so I definitely recommend it to everyone.”

“I'm getting older now, and was worried about getting bad injuries, but Professor Mark and all of the other Legacy professors are so knowledgeable and make it clear when to roll hard, and when to focus on technique and slow down.”

“In these last few years I have attended open mats, classes, private and semi-private lessons and had nothing but world class instruction and an exceptional experience every single time.”

“In addition to being excellent at critiquing your technique and overall form, the coaches offer great advise on how you can get where you want to go in your martial arts journey.”

“Had I not gotten that when I started, I would have been turned off from the sport immediately, because like I said, I am not an organized sport kinda gal.”

“Both my sons have been training here for over a year & I can't say enough great things about them, their kid classes are incredible & the professor's are top notch..”

“The moment I sign up with them they considered me family, and every time we spar right before we spar we slap hands and bump knuckles as a symbol of our friendship.”

“Therefore, you'll always be focused on improving yourself and sweating during class haha, instead of feeling intimidated like I personally do feel sometimes when trying a new gym.”

“They're both super knowledgeable, skilled, and patient teachers for all levels and have created a welcoming and comfortable training atmosphere in a really beautiful space.”

“I had no prior martial arts experience but gave jiu jitsu a shot and haven't looked back since thanks to instructor, mentor, and friend Ricardo Rosa!”

“What set him aside from the other trainers, especially in your local gyms, was he knows what he's doing and was able to explain to me the why and how it functions for all the exercises and food choices.”

“I have been training over a year and Level Up is a great place to train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, not only for the casual practitioner, but for those who want to compete.”

“My bjj has been consistent with him the longest of any professor that I've had thanks to his foundational and technical approach to BJJ but most importantly..”

“The location is pretty convenient for Hollywood/West Hollywood-ers, right at the intersection of Melrose Ave and Fairfax Ave, but I was surprised that some of the students travel from as far downtown LA and South LA to train here despite crazy LA tra...”