Tom Vo's Taekwondo
“My son has been coming here for over 2 years now and has learned so much.”
Best Self-Defense Classes in Orange, CA
15 schools listed · 7 in Orange · all 15 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Allsafe Defense Systems
“The indoor course is a bit more condensed and perfect for someone who wants to get started but doesn't have the time for the longer outdoor course (trust me, you will make time once you've done the indoor course).”
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Hybrid Academy
“The coaches and everyone at the gym are really kind and understanding to all skill levels.”
OC Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
“I highly recommend anyone who is on the fence about starting training or is visiting from out of town like I was or is simply looking for a great school to train at, to train here under Professor Troy.”
Mamute Jiu Jitsu
“Having visited and trained in several BJJ gyms, Mamute seems like a great place to train at all levels of experience.”
Tomacelli Academy: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts
“Ive been going there for a while, i recommend this gym, its one of the best mix and martial gym in orange county”
Short self-defense courses listed for Orange, 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: Orange, CA
7 of the 15 schools we list are based in Orange; the other 8 serve Orange from towns including Anaheim (3 mi), Irvine (9 mi) and Yorba Linda (7 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 915 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "facilities". 14 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 13 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 98 years. 6 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 6 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 Orange?
By email, and 11 of the 15 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.
Z-Ultimate Self Defense Studios
“I have been training with Sensei Carolina at this dojo for the last 18 years, starting in my mid-30s, and it has been one of the most fun and valuable things I do with my spare time!”
Phenom Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Professor Martin and his coaches are amazing at teach fundamentals of Jiu Jitsu to kids and adults.”
Tinguinha Brazilian Jiujitsu Academy
“If anyone is remotely interested in Jiu Jitsu, I highly recommend this place.”
Krav Maga of Orange County
“Great staff and highly useful techniques for the kids.”
Checkmat Anaheim / Neezam Jiu Jitsu School
“The coaches are very inspirational, love the environment felt very welcomed from the beginning would recommend it to anyone”
Gracie Barra Costa Mesa
“Absolutely love this gym, been training here for 4 years”
Carlson Gracie Jiu Jitsu Anaheim
“I think wether you are starting from zero or looking for a place to improve your skill and start competing this is definitely the place for you”
Gracie Barra Huntington Beach
“I love the discipline and the family atmosphere, they are very professional and the studio is very clean.”
CSW Headquarters Brazilian Jiujitsu
“I love how they mix up jujitsu wrestling and striking and they're very knowledgeable My son loves this place!”
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