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OC Fitness Coach Inc.
“After a breast cancer diagnosis, surgery and treatment, I decided to focus on getting healthy - losing weight, getting stronger and building up my stamina.”
Best Self-Defense Classes in Mission Viejo, CA
24 schools listed · 7 in Mission Viejo · 1 open 24/7 · all 24 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Lockhart's Karate Academy
- Fun
- Patience
- Respect
“Master Lockhart and his daughter Brittany Lockart have such a phenomenal program where they teach the students respect, discipline, patience, team work, and good sportsmanship and along the way a whole lot of karate as well.”
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Gracie Barra Oceanside
- Learn
- Skills
- Jiu Jitsu
“If you or someone else in your family is looking to begin or continue on their BJJ journey then look no further, Gracie Barra Oceanside will welcome you with open arms and make you a part of the family!”
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Mountain Taekwondo
- Lessons
- Positive Attitude
- Fun
“Our son joined Mountain Taekwondo 2 years ago and has gained so much confidence, self control and discipline, but most of all he likes to go there and has a lot of fun, it's like his second family.”
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Karate For Kids Mission Viejo
- Birthday
- Sensei
- Lessons
“I highly recommend this school, run by Luis and Lori, to anyone looking for a way to help their child grow in to a better person.”
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Green Family Training Center
- Adults
- Karate
- Sensei
“This is not your average MMA Gym, Zach's hands on training methods separate him from the competition, after working with Zach I will never go to another gym again!”
Short self-defense courses listed for Mission Viejo, 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: Mission Viejo, CA
7 of the 24 schools we list are based in Mission Viejo; the other 17 serve Mission Viejo from towns including Aliso Viejo (5 mi), Orange (16 mi) and Lake Forest (4 mi). 23 of the schools on this page have a rating, from 4.5 to 5.0 across 926 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), quality (96%) and communication (75%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 1 is open around the clock; all 24 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 15 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 98 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 5 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; 15 list a public email and 8 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.
Do the schools on this page travel out to Mission Viejo?
Many do. 7 of the 24 listed here sit in Mission Viejo and the others are within 35 mi, which matters less in this category because the instructor usually comes to your room. Ask about travel before you rule out a school on the address alone.
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Galaxy Martial Arts
- Discipline
- Self Defense
- Taekwondo
“I recommened this place it is a fun and a good place to bring your kids to learn discipline and respect I have been here since I was 6 years old now I am 10 and I'm already a black belt.”
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CSG 360 Jiu Jitsu
- Train
“Have everything from Kids classes to Adult Competition classes.”
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South Coast Self Defense
- Krav Maga
“Kirt does a great job at breaking down the techniques to real life situations.”
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Art of Jiu Jitsu
“Whether you're looking to become a top athlete in the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or seeking to instill important life skills in your child, Art of Jiu-Jitsu is the perfect place.”
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Aikido
“The Best!”
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West Coast Tang Soo Do Academy
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Allsafe Defense System
- Safety
- Informative
- Skills
“Whether you are just starting out or you consider yourself experienced with firearms handling, TJ is the man to help you achieve your goals and at the very least will sharpen up your existing skill set.”
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Phenom Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
- Environment
- Parent
- Train
“There is a ton of camaraderie and everyone is respectful of one another, their experience levels, and watching out for one's well being; while still achieving a high degree of pertinent training intensity.”
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Wing Chun Kung Fu
- Health
- Happy
- Learn
“The dedication & compassion that goes into thier Wing Chun Kung Fu teachings surpasses the physical (fighting) aspects of the self-defense martial art, but does not neglect it.”
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OC Martial Arts
“My kid totally loved the 30 mins little ninja class and his instructors, good little work out for him and learned about discipline, self-control, focus, healthy eating.”
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Krav Maga of Orange County
“Practical, easy to understand techniques.”
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Laguna Hills
- Black Belt
- Coach
- Self Defense
“The professional instructors at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Laguna Hills in the Gracie Combatives class have a high level of attentiveness to the students and ensuring they are grasping the concepts.”
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Rounders MMA & Boxing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Atmosphere
- Wrestling
- Skills
“It was intimidating at first, because of such a close community of good athletes (and tons of real fighters), but everyone was very friendly, welcoming and supportive.”
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Therapeutic Martial Arts
“It is a good place for children...”
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Optimus Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
- Area
- Mats
- Environment
“The instructors there pay close attention to every kid and get to know their strengths and their insecurities and they helped mine overcome her reluctance gently but surely.”
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Gracie Barra Costa Mesa
- Learn
- Team
- Professor
“I signed up for free classes at every Jiu-Jitsu school in my area before deciding that GB Costa Mesa is the ideal fit for me to grow, push myself, and gain concrete experience every class!”
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Cho's Academy
- Studio
- Confidence
- Tae Kwon do
“I run into parents here in town all the time and more than I realized know Jakob Cho, his history, success and total love for passing on what he has acquired over many years to everyone.”
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Hybrid Academy
- Boxing
- Train
- Wrestling
“To take it one step further also, We grew spiritually together and, Became brothers in Christ in just a short amount of time , I got sharpened spiritually and mentally .”
Self-Defense Training Services in Mission Viejo, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$174
Maximum cost
$520
National Average
$266
Avg Per Hour Rates
$70
$231
$358
Average price range is based on 481 cost profiles
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