Best Self-Defense Classes in North Port, FL

“If you are looking to be a serious competitor, learn self-defense, or just get in better shape and you live in the Port Charlotte area, this is definitely the school for you!”

“Have been going here for a long time with many kids , awesome family atmosphere ,the best teacher sensi Chris has the most paitence with the little ones but most of all he makes learning fun”

“Far above and beyond the rest!”

“Fabio does a fabulous job integrating new students right away and teaching the basics, but is still able to throw in more advanced technique for the upper belts.”

“The classes are not stacked with 50 plus students so there is way more analysis and feedback of your bjj then I have received at schools in the north (where their primary objective was to bring in as many white belts as possible).”

“I like how the place is set up because you can watch your child from many areas.”

“Family owned and operated the owners and their family are absolutely wonderful they treat you like you're one of theirs great place to take your children or yourself!”

“Great instructors lead high energy, but disciplined and safe classes and Kyle Koziel has been a great coach for my son's freshman high school wrestling season.”

“Everyone is very welcoming and the coaches are very knowledgeable and were able to help correct everything i was doing wrong for me to perfect my technique.”

“Ellenton Martial Arts IS the best way to learn (quickly) many ways to defend yourself should you ever be in that most unfortunate situation where someone gives you no other option.”

“Great instruction and self defense class for all ages.”

“Scott did a great job speaking and showing us ways to be aware , speak and react if any one of us would have encountered an attacker or potential attack .”

“Not only are our children safe but they are very happy and disciplined while learning lessons that will aid them not only with academics but with life in general.”

“Bill Easlick has an incredible understanding of the most effective grappling and striking techniques, but what is more rare is his depth of knowledge and ability to teach the art of the transition...”

“There is no measure, degree or prior achievement that can compare my experience with Bushido Academy School of Okinawan Martial Arts and Self Defence.”

“I attend adult classes 4-6 times a week with professor Paulo and cannot express enough how lucky I feel to have such a incredible professor for my jiujitsu journey.”