RKM Training
“He was assertive but not overbearing, just the way an instructor should be.”
Best Self-Defense Classes near Myrtle Beach, SC
1 of these schools is based in Myrtle Beach; the others serve Myrtle Beach from towns including Wilmington, NC (67 mi), Garden City (11 mi) and Murrells Inlet (13 mi).
1 open 24/7 · 8 open weekends · 9 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Crush Kickboxing
“I think it's good exercise for him and I can tell he's really had a workout after class.”
Karate World SSB
“If your child is interested in learning karate and self confidence this is the place to be.”
Budokan South Martial Arts Academy
“My son Aiden has been going here for a few months now and absolutely loves it.”
Dosher Fitness & Martial Arts
“Whether you live in the area or just visiting, I definitely recommend you check out Dosher Fitness & Martial Arts.”
The Jiu Jitsu Institute
“Gil has created a clean and safe environment to train, in fact in the 9 years I've been training I have not visited a cleaner gym and the instruction is fantastic.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Myrtle Beach, SC are spread across the 10 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: Myrtle Beach, SC
9 of the 10 schools on this page have a rating, from 4.8 to 5.0 across 374 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere" and "skills". 1 is open around the clock; 8 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 3 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 25 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 9 of the schools on this page; 8 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 2 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 Myrtle Beach?
By email, and 7 of the 10 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.
Paragon of Jiu Jitsu
“All of the coaches are very encouraging to the students and focus not only on jiu jitsu skills, but character building as well.”
Epoch BJJ
“The coaches and students here are top notch in addition to being friendly and welcoming.”
Wolfs den Self Defense Academy
Shaolin Martial Arts Academy
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