Best Self-Defense Classes in National City, CA

“Gracie south bay offer the full jiujitsu experience : a wide range of learning through modern sport jiujitsu, old school jiujitsu and self defense techniques.”

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“All of the bjj coaches are so knowledgeable and experienced (Jacob, Roberto, Harold, Nora, Joe) and of course, it's amazing learning from head coach Richie Martinez, who is always around and very approachable and humble.”

“I understand that the academy has many students (which is why I feel that this can be improved) The whole process is super streamlined and legit nonetheless, but I feel like sometimes the professors don't even know my name and I've been training ther...”

“As a combat veteran with PTSD, 8 failed suicide attempts, 9 health organizations with the VA being the 6th, and the VA outsourcing me to the Vet Center, Crown View Medical, and Sharps Mesa Vista who all kicked me back to the VA, life can feel like a ...”

“They're from all walks of life - young, old, big, small, experienced and absolute beginners, but in every class, Veronica and Yury cultivate a fun, relaxed, inclusive, and yet focused atmosphere that gets everyone working their hardest to foster indi...”

“Hello, I've been training jiu-jistu at Rada over a year and i truly love and embrace the challenge, not only myself but also my daughter trains there too , they have the best teachers and everybody respect each other and make you feel like family !”

“Not only did I learn self-defense to protect myself at Kung Fu, I learned many other beneficial knowledge about maintaining a healthy physical body through intense exercise, restorative meditative practices like Tai Chi and Chi Gong, herbs, teas, and...”

“I have been exercising and training since the late 90s (not to age myself), and I've worked with 3 personal trainers, tried every new fitness program from lifting, cardio, circuit training, tabata, Cross Fit, HIIT workouts, yoga, cardio, and sports.”

“Now, I actually prefer the classes with the guys, I feel like I'm able to feel more powerful rolling/sparring with upper belts that are 200+ lbs, and it makes me feel like I'd have a fighting chance elsewhere and that I've learned so much more becaus...”

“He explained some of the ways he prepares for BJJ tournaments and then taught us a chain of techniques and concepts that started from the initial contact when standing, then went to takedown, to control and finally to finish on the ground.”

“Professor Tellis is a Legend in BJJ for being for being an innovator of techniques (turtle/octopus guard), World Champion (still competes after 2 decades), and has trained numerous World Champions (Cobrinha/Galvao).”

“There's a fair amount of women that have been coming, and there are some great guys that I can roll with that I don't have to worry about getting injured versus another gym that I previously attended(where I would be out for a month or two due to the...”

“5 months ago with zero experience and coach Ivan, Chris, and the whole team have done such an amazing job with me I was able to compete with confidence in my first BJJ tournament after only three months of training.”

“Thankfully, Master Cadu and Jiu Jitsu Foundation is an amazing place with a very positive and friendly environment that fosters everyone to respect and help each other with developing and improving their skill set.”

“Alfredo barum is a great guy , very technical and know how to teaches for any level or age , his team is amazing, good fighters and excellent environment .”

“The coolest part about these classes (especially for the kids) is not watching them learn how to arm bar or sweep their opponent, but how the classes change the student.”

“It's like combining body weight exercises with boxing class, it really is a great workout and a great value for your time, you get a lot of the 1 hour class.”