Daniel Taylor Karate Training
“They do not just focus on defense and getting ready for a fight, they are so much more their core values are voice, confidence and self respect.”
Best Self-Defense Classes near Moreno Valley, CA
1 of these schools is based in Moreno Valley; the others serve Moreno Valley from towns including Riverside (11 mi), Perris (9 mi) and Redlands (9 mi).
8 open weekends · all 12 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
One Jiu Jitsu Redlands
“My son has been doing jiu jitsu here for several years and loves it.”
Dave Hopkins Kung Fu San Soo
“If you are looking to learn self defense, get in shape, and to find another family then you need to come check this studio out.”
Kim's Hapkido
“This is a great place to learn a Martial Art with the entire family.”
USK TAE Kwon DO
“He's spent extra time and attention helping my child with autism learn the taekwondo moves and has shown patience and understanding when my son was struggling to pay attention.”
Gracie Humaita Beaumont
“Highly recommend if you want to enroll your child or if any adult want to come and give it a try!”
Short self-defense courses listed for Moreno Valley, CA are spread across the 12 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: Moreno Valley, CA
The 12 schools on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 506 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere" and "confidence". 8 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 8 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 41 years. We have a website on file for all 12 of the schools on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 8 list a public email and 4 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.
How do I get a course outline from schools listed for Moreno Valley?
By email, and 8 of the 12 schools here publish an address. Write with the group you have in mind, the room you can offer and what worries the group, then ask for a plan of the session. A school that replies with a price and nothing else has told you something.
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Self Defense Fit Lab
“I've learned quite a bit from only doing 5 classes thus far, and I recommend Fitlab to anyone looking for self defense training!”
Marcellini's Martial Arts Academy
“Every martial artist, especially the smaller children, was wholeheartedly supported by the leadership, community members, and fellow classmates”
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Riverside
“10/10 would recommend The instructors here have an incredible range of knowledge and know how to teach students of all ages and skill levels.”
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Flow Academy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Riverside
“I took the women's self defense class and it was a great way to build up confidence and prepare for the unexpected!”
Original Grappler Training Center
“Great training, coaches are attentive and giving feedback often, teacher to student ratio is solid, more parking in the back, website is up to date on schedule and cost”
Riverside Submission
“Great experience for kids to get out and be disciplined and learn moves...”
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