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Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy OC
- Taekwondo
- Couple
- Skill
“Jiu Jitsu is so much more than just a sport , it is a lifestyle and will transform your life for the better, Master Kravitz is the best instructor, and he is inspiring.”
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), Corona (21 mi) and Redlands (9 mi).
1 open 24/7 · 15 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Daniel Taylor Karate Training
- Discipline
- Sensei
- Self Defense
“The dojo is always clean and orderly, other parents are extremely helpful and respectful of filming or taking pictures of your children, prices are resonable, staff is friendly and truly care about your child's progress in school, and it's a great fa...”
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Art of Jiu Jitsu
“Outside of an amazing staff of professors and coaches,(who all compete and win regularly) they have an entire day filled with classes for every age and every skill level from first day ever, to full professional practitioners.”
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Black Belt Academy
- Taekwondo
“The masters (expert instructors) are not only the very best at Taekwondo (Grand Master was an Olympic Trainer), but they are also experts in creating an environment where everyone at the dojang feels like family.”
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One Jiu Jitsu Redlands
- Skilled
- Adults
- Train
“The family-oriented atmosphere and excellent guidance provided to both children and adults make it a top choice for anyone looking to learn and grow in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.”
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Kim's Hapkido
- Karate
- Million
- Respect
“Great place for children to develop respect ,focus and develop a fitness lifestyle based around martial arts all of the instructors are well trained and completely capable of guiding your children safely throughout there entire life !!”
Short self-defense courses listed for Moreno Valley, 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: Moreno Valley, CA
The 24 schools on this page are rated from 3.7 to 5.0 across 929 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (92%), quality (92%) and communication (83%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "confidence" and "skills". 1 is open around the clock; 15 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 29 years. 2 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 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 15 of the 24 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
- Krav Maga
- Atmosphere
- Learning
“Rob is knowledgeable and passionat e in teaching I've been doing personal sessions recently and have learned things faster and the ninjutsu seminars are here great”
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USK TAE Kwon DO
- Technique
- Master
- Jang
“Master Jang's teaching them technique, compassion, and respect, my kid learn Discipline,Respect,Pay attention,Self-confidence,always do her best, her strong become every day more and more.”
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Gracie Humaita Beaumont
“I would highly recommend this gym to somebody who wants to train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.”
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Flow Academy Brazilian Jiujitsu Riverside
“The coach was very very good and gave me a couple of tips that are super useful.”
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Pinnacle Mixed Martial Arts
“! And soon you start to realize that this isnt about the mats anymore its about everday life, and as you find yourself in a hard spot off the mats, you are not shakin because you know how strong you are from testing yourself on the mats”
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Riverside Submission
“Overall great place to practice and get better!”
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Marcellini's Martial Arts Academy
- Jiu Jitsu
“Sensei Sam and his instructors are fabulous: caring and friendly, but also dedicated to teaching the kids the appropriate techniques and great life skills as well (such as kindness, practical sense, safety).”
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Original Grappler Training Center
“Whether you're a beginner or an advanced practitioner, this gym offers an incredible opportunity to learn from a true master of fighting!”
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Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Martial Arts
- Muay Thai
- Teach
- Train
“The coach and the professor there are so welcoming and they go around checking on all the students as we are practicing to be sure that our forms are correct or if we have any question.”
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EDJ School OF JIU Jitsu
- Respect
- Competition
- Professor
“It does not matter if you are a beginner or an expert, they work with you, guide you with techniques to strengthen you not only physically but mentally as well.”
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Claycomb Academy Of Martial Arts
“If you're looking for self defense, cardio, stretching, and most of all Karate you find your inner strength and confidence at my dojo I call it my dojo because it is,and you will also!!”
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Double Dose Muay Thai and Fitness
- Train
- Discipline
- Learn
“Headed up by Ajarn Bryan Dobler, Double Dose Muay Thai also offers instruction from 2 pioneers of Muay Thai in the United States, Ajarn Rex and Ajarn Kim.”
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Gracie Barra RCM Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense
- Son
- Fun
- Professors
“She always tells me she truly loves how challenging it is and it's been amazing watching her get stronger and better everyday while developing more resilience.”
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Sektor Jiu Jitsu Corona
- Environment
- Skills
- Learn
“My 12 year old son learns with me on the weekends as well and he loves going and It is a great learning grounds not just for adults but for kids and teens as well.”
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One Jiu Jitsu
- Community
- Leadership
- Professor
“If you want an all around positive experience to establish self-discipline, accountability, and learn jiu jitsu from very skilled instructors, One Jiu Jitsu is the place to go.”
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JV Jiu Jitsu Rancho Cucamonga
- Understanding
- Mat
- Train
“Students are encourage to help one another when ever possible along with courtesy, community, an comradrary we are to make sure everyone's time is pleasant.”
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10TH Planet Jiu-Jitsu Corona
- Game
- Eddie Bravo
- Train
“Not only are they accredited Brown and Black Belts under Eddie Bravo, but they are also experienced wrestling coaches, have fought in MMA themselves, and have even trained UFC legend Tony Ferguson.”
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Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Menifee
“And the coaches are amazing I read the comments about the trauma and what ever and I still went but I just saw a person giving discipline and now my daughters go to tournament and always 1 and 2 place and just a reminder it's self defense no...”
Self-Defense Training Services in Moreno Valley, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$184
Maximum cost
$550
National Average
$281
Avg Per Hour Rates
$74
$245
$379
Fair price range is based on 339 cost profiles
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