United Jiujitsu Team
“Wether you're a seasoned competitor or a Dad just trying to be active and healthy, United BJJ has been a blessing.”
Best Self-Defense Classes near Pasadena, TX
2 of these schools are based in Pasadena; the others serve Pasadena from towns including League City (12 mi), Deer Park (2 mi) and Pearland (12 mi).
1 open 24/7 · 10 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Pasadena Martial Arts
“I highly recommend this dojo to anyone who is looking for professional mentors and has a passion for martial arts or anyone who is interested in learning about protecting themselves from harm.”
Alliance BJJ Houston
“The culture here is as good or better than you will find anywhere for BJJ or otherwise.”
Gracie Barra Pearland
“The coaches and professors are super respectful and nice and makes you feel cozy.”
Washington Luis Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“My son joined almost 10 months ago and is getting better and better each class.”
Tiger's den Martial Arts & Fitness
“My kids have been attending Tiger's Den for several years they love it.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Pasadena, TX 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: Pasadena, TX
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 1,235 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "facilities" and "knowledge". 1 is open around the clock; 10 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 8 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 22 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 2 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 14 of the schools on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 8 list a public email and 3 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.
Do the schools on this page travel out to Pasadena?
Many do. 2 of the 15 listed here sit in Pasadena and the others are within 15 mi, which matters less in this category because the instructor usually comes to your room. Ask about travel before you rule out a school on the address alone.
Gracie Barra Texas
“There are also plenty of talented training partners that genuinely want to help you improve.”
Peak Jiu-Jitsu TX
“Jon is a great coach, i've only been with him for 5 months but it only takes that long for him to truly inspire you and guide you through everything he teaches”
Virtues Jiu-Jitsu
“Great kid classes and the instructors really try to show the kids in detail.”
Grappling Zone
“Not only do they teach skills, they instill life lessons in the kids that they teach.”
Pearland's Main Street Dojo
“My kids are always looking forward to class which tells me they are in a safe, positive and fun environment”
Bushi Ban Martial Arts & Fitness
“Very friendly and patient with our children.”
Press Forward MMA & Fitness
“Not only does he excel at teaching MMA, he also prioritizes team building and strong character attributes to his students.”
League City Jiu-Jitsu
“Nicest coaches with great instruction - these guys are authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu!”
Vici Wrestling Club
“Hands down, Best wrestling club in Houston”
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