The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 125 vetted & reviewed in the Panama City area.
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4 Jitz Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy.
9th Jiu-Jitsu
Atlas Martial Arts
C D Williamson Karate & Kckbxg
Capitao Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts
Coastal Jiu Jitsu
Core Martial Arts Academy
Crossfit VU
Diego Ramalho Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Emerald Coast Jiu Jitsu (Beach Jiu Jitsu)
Emerald Coast Martial Arts
Falbo’s Family Karate
Freeport Jiu Jitsu
Gracie Downtown
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Destin
Gulf Breeze Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Checkmat)
Pace Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy
Pensacola Freedom Jiu-Jitsu
Precison Martial Arts
Protasio Jiu Jitsu
Rilion Gracie Pensacola
Tiger Rock Martial Arts
Valor Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Virtus Jiu-Jitsu
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Emerald Coast Jiu Jitsu (Beach Jiu Jitsu)
(48)
“If you're interested in a martial art and would rather be taught with passion and effectiveness instead of bogged down by ceremony - this is the place for you!”
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Rilion Gracie Jiu Jitsu Freeport
(23)
Self Confidence
Sense of Community
Teaching
“My wife, was selected as the most proficient in defensive tactics in her training academy also agrees that Freeport Jiu Jitsu has been a blessing to my family in so many ways!”
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4 Jitz Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy.
(31)
Technique
Atmosphere
Train
“Dropped in as I was on vacation, great environment for beginners (such as myself) professor observed as we drilled, and continued to drill down on details in the advance class.”
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Crossfit VU
(50)
Skill
Shape
Community
“(Started with not being able to KIP to stringing 6+ bar muscle ups) After one year I have to say the family atmosphere, competitive nature, and the skills/coaching are unbelievable.”
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Atlas Martial Arts
(50)
“The coaches there take time to get to know everyone, figure out strengths/weaknesses and positively push students to their goals, whatever that may be.”
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Gracie Jiu Jitsu
(49)
BJJ
Marcelo
Atmosphere
“Every time I train at this place, not only that I get my work out but I also build long lasting brotherhood and sisterhood with everyone that is training there.”
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Gulf Breeze Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Checkmat)
(49)
Competition
Knowledge
Environment
“Checkmat truly is the best place for friendship and connection, I can speak for both men and woman that it truly is a close community always bringing in new people with open arms.”
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C D Williamson Karate & Kckbxg
(46)
“Your kids will love the active team experience and you will feel more fulfilled as a parent for providing your children a better opportunity for growth in responsibility and accomplishment.”
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Falbo's Family Karate
(26)
“Jimmy Falbo and all the instructors teach their students discipline, respect, the importance of serving others, good sportsmanship, self-defense, how to handle bullies - in addition to karate!”
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Coastal Jiu Jitsu
(50)
Mat
Professor
Area
“Overall, I highly recommend this jiu-jitsu class to anyone looking for a great workout and friendly atmosphere, whether you're a local or just passing through.”
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Capitao Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts
(48)
Learn
Talent
Professors
“Such a good gym, I Came such a girly girl, now I feel way confident and know what I want in life, the people and professors are amazing people,highly recommended 😍 …”
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Virtus BJJ Checkmat Pensacola
(28)
Competition
Instruction
Atmosphere
“Professor Jackson is knowledgeable and kind; I travel every week for work and have been to over a dozen gyms across the Southeast, this is one of my favorites!”
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Core Martial Arts Academy
(30)
Krav Maga
Feel
Confident
“Scott and Carrie really took the time to find organizations that are true to the art, while really teaching self defense tactics and real world scenarios to apply the technique!”
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Gracie Downtown
(17)
Vacation
Self-Defense
Train
“Gracie Downtown is a top notch Jiu Jitsu Academy that gives its students access to great instructors that teach all facets of grappling and self-defense.”
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Precison Martial Arts
(25)
“My son has been taking martial arts lessons from Precision for over a year and I have nothing but good things to say about the people and the organization.”
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Tiger Rock Martial Arts
(23)
“The instructors are wonderful and I'd recommend this program for any kiddo ready to learn important skills in self-control, obedience, discipline, etc.”
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Rilion Gracie Pensacola
(16)
Knowledge
Classes
Jiu Jitsu
“He has a wonderful way of engaging with the kids, making the classes fun and exciting, while still teaching them important skills that they can use both on and off the mat.”
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9th Jiu-Jitsu
(16)
Atmosphere
Learning
Shape
“I would highly recommend 9th Jiu Jitsu to anyone interested in learning self-defense, sport Jiu Jitsu or just trying to get into shape or bring their fitness to the next level.”
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Pensacola Freedom Jiu-Jitsu
(16)
Curriculum
Belt
Tournament
“The instruction is so incredible that it can allow someone with a lot of experience or very little experience to all be on the mat together and everyone to get better simultaneously!”
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Valor Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(31)
Self Defense
Humiliated
Team
“Tim and I can feel how much he genuinely cares about his students and wants the best and expects the best, to learn their self worth and realize their potential!”
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Diego Ramalho Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(15)
Atmosphere
Fitness
Team
“You're not going to find this quality of training anywhere else in the gulf especially an instructor with so much credentials on the competition mats.”
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Destin
(16)
Train
Environment
Students
“The Gracies have created a program to share their lifestyle, their passion, to the world and Carlos personifies the Gracie passion that is so infectious.”
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Emerald Coast Martial Arts
(17)
Self Defense
Krav Maga
Karate
“They never treated me like I was only temporary, and I even received an invite to a party the Sensei was hosting, and although I wasn't able to make it, I really appreciated the invite.”
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Protasio Jiu Jitsu
(11)
Competitor
Environment
Skills
“Professor Bruno and his team are very welcoming to new students, and the instruction is top-notch backed by Bruno's lifetime of experience in jiu-jitsu.”
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