Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Martial Arts
“From the first day all the coaches and staff greeted us with our names and a welcoming smile!”
Best Self-Defense Classes near Ontario, CA
These schools serve Ontario from nearby bases in towns including Corona, Rancho Cucamonga and Upland.
15 schools listed · 12 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Double Dose Muay Thai and Fitness
“Muay Thai has changed my life dramatically and if it wasn't for Arjarn Bryan and the awesome instructors at Double Dose Muay Thai, I don't know where I would be.”
Excel Taekwondo Academy
“The classes were great to where they taught my kids to have more confidence and discipline & helped me with my weight loss goals all while we learned self defense!”
Claycomb Karate & Kickboxing
“My daughter enjoys it very much and I'm glad I did a great decision of bringing her here and be apart of it.”
EDJ Academy HQ
“Even for people that don't want to compete, the professor sets a great environment to ensure everyone is getting a great workout and learning experience.”
Sektor Jiu Jitsu Chino
“If you're looking for a place to train and a community to be a part of- check out Sektor Jiu Jitsu :)”
Short self-defense courses listed for Ontario, CA are spread across the 15 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: Ontario, CA
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 1,077 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "knowledge", "atmosphere" and "skills". 12 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 9 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 13 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
Which course providers listed for Ontario describe their courses online?
All 15 cards carry a website link. Look for a real outline, who teaches, and who the course is for. Stock photography of a woman throwing a man in a white studio is not an outline, and schools that keep their content vague are often selling the same session to every audience.
Gracie Barra RCM Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense
“I'm 47 without an athletic background and am able to improve at my own pace with the full support of the teaching staff and fellow students.”
Defense Arts Center
“The learning curve for some techniques can be challenging, but the instructors are incredibly patient, taking the time to explain and demonstrate practical applications, ensuring everyone stays engaged.”
Uncharted Jiu-Jitsu
“The atmosphere is welcoming and it's a great place to train for practitioners of all levels.”
Caique Jiu Jitsu Walnut Academy
“The academy is always clean and classes are great for kids and adults.”
Checkmat Corona BJJ
“Having known Prof Tat for over 10 years, and prof Almonte for around 20.”
10TH Planet Jiu-Jitsu Corona
“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”
YIC Taekwondo
“Master Alan and Instructors are really good.”
JV Jiu Jitsu Rancho Cucamonga
“Javier Vazquez is the best instructor there is.”
Lucas Leite Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“Where you go to train with champions and receive coaching from the best.”
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