Best Self-Defense Classes in Los Angeles, CA

The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 194 vetted & reviewed in the Los Angeles area.

10th Planet Jiu Jitsu

10th Planet Jiu Jitsu

(42)
  • System
  • Environment
  • Teaching Style
“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.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2017
1080 S La Cienega Blvd #106, Los Angeles, CA
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Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu Club

Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu Club

(47)
  • Boys
  • Train
  • Confidence
“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.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2001
1080 S La Cienega Blvd #106, Los Angeles, CA
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Meraki

Meraki

(50)
  • Learn
  • BJJ
  • Students
“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.”
In Business Since 2021
11652 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
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Like Water Jiu Jitsu

Like Water Jiu Jitsu

(50)
  • To Learn
  • Environment
  • Community
“The professor's patience and dedication ensure that each student grasps techniques thoroughly before progressing, creating a solid foundation for continuous improvement.”
In Business Since 2021
5770 Melrose Ave UNIT 205, Los Angeles, CA
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Sparta Academy

Sparta Academy

(49)
Self-Defense Training, MMA Classes, Personal Training
“As a female, this gym was very intimidating at first, but my SO was looking for a gym to lose the pandemic weight we put on and we decided to give it a try.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2016
11701 Wilshire Blvd ste 15B, Los Angeles, CA
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Rokah Karate

Rokah Karate

(41)
“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.”
In Business Since 1993
9218 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
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Marina Martial Arts

Marina Martial Arts

(40)
  • Goal
  • Tae Kwon do
  • Skills
“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).”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1976
13203 Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
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Legacy Jiu-Jitsu West Adams

Legacy Jiu-Jitsu West Adams

(38)
  • Environment
  • Learn
  • Team
“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 Business Since 2023
4472 W Adams Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
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Level 3 Martial Arts Performance

Level 3 Martial Arts Performance

(44)
  • Studio
  • Karate
  • Skills
“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.”
In Business Since 2014
New, 557 Los Angeles Ave, Moorpark, CA 93021
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Cobrinha Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Fitness

Cobrinha Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Fitness

(46)
  • Belt
  • Professor
  • Athletes
“During the height of the pandemic around 2020, professor Cobrinha offered zoom classes and opened this to his affiliates from all over and I am very grateful for the opportunity to join those classes.”
In Business Since 2011
4929 Wilshire Blvd #104, Los Angeles, CA
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Street Sports Jiu-Jitsu

Street Sports Jiu-Jitsu

(35)
  • Competitive
  • Learn
  • Skills
“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 Business Since 2004
11901 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
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PKG Martial Arts Academy

PKG Martial Arts Academy

(25)
“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.”
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2005
1401 Westwood Blvd #100, Los Angeles, CA
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Level Up Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Studio City

Level Up Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Studio City

(28)
  • Life Skills
  • Learn
  • Space
“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.”
In Business Since 2015
11288 Ventura Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Downtown Los Angeles

10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Downtown Los Angeles

(38)
  • MMA
  • Learn
  • Facility
“If your interested in Jiu-Jitsu that will work without the traditional uniform and also still function in MMA, this is one of if not the best gym in the world for you to train.”
In Business Since 2008
1314 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA
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Paragon Simi Valley

Paragon Simi Valley

(24)
  • Competitive
  • Train
  • Know
“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.”
In Business Since 2015
4210 E Los Angeles Ave, Simi Valley, CA
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805 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

805 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

(24)
  • Professor
  • Train
  • Skill
“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..”
In Business Since 2021
Towne Center Shopping Center, 1407 E Los Angeles Ave J, Simi Valley, CA
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Foxy and Fierce Women's Kickboxing Bootcamp

Foxy and Fierce Women's Kickboxing Bootcamp

(19)
  • Physical
  • Motivating
  • Classes
“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.”
Remote Consultations Available
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2010
7129 1/2 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
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Dynamix MMA

Dynamix MMA

(32)
  • Know
  • Jiu-Jitsu
  • Sparring
“Probably the most significant aspect that separates this gym from the others I have trained at are the instructors ability to explain the techniques incredibly effectively.”
In Business Since 2010
11870 Santa Monica Blvd #102, Los Angeles, CA
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Omni Jiu Jitsu Academy

Omni Jiu Jitsu Academy

(18)
  • Understanding
  • Train
  • Feeling
“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.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2021
2001 W Gage Ave, Los Angeles, CA
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Los Angeles Jiu Jitsu Academy

Los Angeles Jiu Jitsu Academy

(21)
  • Black Belt
  • BJJ
  • Parking
“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!”
In Business Since 2021
6295 Bristol Pkwy, Los Angeles, CA
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Ultimate Health Personal Training

Ultimate Health Personal Training

(12)
  • Strength
  • Plan
  • Injuries
“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.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1992
1624 Wilcox Ave, Los Angeles, CA
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Level Up Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Culver City

Level Up Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Culver City

(17)
  • Train
  • Community
  • BJJ
“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.”
In Business Since 2015
3249 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
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Waves Jiu Jitsu

Waves Jiu Jitsu

(16)
  • Mats
  • Skill
  • Infectious
“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..”
In Business Since 2024
3462 N San Fernando Rd, Los Angeles, CA
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Independent Jiu-Jitsu

Independent Jiu-Jitsu

(14)
  • Attention
  • People
  • Traditional
“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...”
In Business Since 2019
7901 Melrose Ave Suite 207-208, Los Angeles, CA
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Self Defense Training Services in Los Angeles, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$188
Maximum cost
$563
National Average
$288
Avg Per Hour Rates
$75
$250
$388
Typical price range is based on 505 cost profiles
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Average Cost $288
Minimum cost $188
Maximum cost $563
Avg Per Hour Rates $75

Typical range $250 to $388 is based on 505 cost profiles.

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