Best Self-Defense Classes in Los Angeles, CA

“Started 6 months ago knowing nothing and have been adopted by coaches and all higher belts who are always giving genuine advice and wanting me to succeed.”

“If you want a place that will teach your children discipline, provide a positive and fun experience, and nurturing your entire child than there's no better place then Rokah Karate.”

“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.”

“I was immediately made to fel comfortable the technique is on point and Professor Bradford is literally the best teacher I've had to date , and I've studied all over the USA.”

“If you're looking to get into BJJ as a newbie or continue your BJJ journey, then you should seriously consider Like Water BJJ and learning from Professor Mauricio Antunes.”

“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.”

“I have witnessed immense positive development in my son's confidence and character since joining this studio a couple years back and would recommend to anyone interested in trying it out!”

“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.”

“As a new studio, the best part about being relatively new is that if you are starting brand new, you can really grow alongside everyone and not have to feel alone during the whole process.”

“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...”

“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!”

“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.”

“Systems Training Center has a great energy from the time you're greeted by the front desk, until you've left class feeling confident and dripping in sweat.”

“Each weekday targets different muscle groups with strength training and conditioning, and the last part of all classes is solely about practicing kickboxing.”

“I decided to try Gomez Jiu-Jitsu as a 38th birthday present to myself to see if I could get into shape, learn self defense, and try to challenge myself to be a more confident person.”

“We teach a simple, non-strenuous, direct and effective self-defense training workshop that provides women with the power to stop abuse, assaults and fear. Teaching the essential details to fight back successfully no matter the size of you or your adv...”

“Rey diogo is an awesome instructor.”

“The place was clean, people were super friendly (no egos), and the instructor was extremely open and nice.”

“More importantly, he's an amazing teacher who cares for his students and knows how to properly convey the important details of any techniques or concept.”