The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 189 vetted & reviewed in the Pasadena area.
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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu
Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu Club
Caveirinha Jiu Jitsu Family Rowland Heights
Clube Jiu Jitsu
Common Ground Jiu Jitsu
Gracie Barra Whittier
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Groundworks Jiu Jitsu Academy
Higher Ground Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Inspire Martial Arts & Fitness
Krav Maga Unleashed
Level Up Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Studio City
Like Water Jiu Jitsu
Logic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu HQ
Modern Martial Arts and Fitness
Omni Jiu Jitsu Academy
Revolution Martial Arts & Jiu Jitsu
Roger Machado Jiu-Jitsu Pasadena
Rokah Karate
SBG Socal
Shaolin American Self Defense Academy
Subconscious BJJ
Villari’s Martial Arts Center
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SBG Socal
(27)
Adults
Learn
BJJ
“The lesson itself was fantastic - my wife and I have very little martial arts experience, so Marco ran through some self defence techniques with is in the session.”
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Modern Martial Arts and Fitness
(30)
Classes
MMA
Know
“I decided to go back to a martial arts school after spending the past year spending time rediscovering my enjoyment of combat sports (mostly watching MMA, grappling, and boxing).”
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Roger Machado Jiu-Jitsu Pasadena
(30)
Patient
Train
Environment
“I'm a Triathlete and I was originally concerned about getting injured and not being able to race but the school provides a great, safe & enjoyable learning environment.”
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Common Ground Jiu Jitsu
(18)
Skills
Environment
BJJ
“I feel very lucky to have such a great gym right down the street and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to get into martial arts or those with experience.”
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Krav Maga Unleashed
(5)
“I'm not sure if I'll pursue belt testing but with every class I attend I feel stronger, more capable and like I am that much closer to being able to protect myself if things go left.”
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Groundworks Jiu Jitsu Academy
(1)
“Today my 6 yr old son tried Jiu Jitsu...”
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Shaolin American Self Defense Academy
(23)
Information
Patience
Heart
“Not only has studying Kenpo made me feel stronger and more confident physically but mentally it has given me something to focus on, something to work toward at time when it feels like the world is on pause.”
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Higher Ground Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
(14)
Questions
Respect
Students
“Everyone treats each other with great respect and help one another to get better along the journey, nobody here shames anyone, new or current students.”
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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu
(28)
System
Environment
Knowledge
“Started 6 months ago knowing nothing and have been adopted by coaches and all higher belts who are always giving genuine advice and wanting me to succeed.”
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Inspire Martial Arts & Fitness
(29)
Parents
Confidence
Grateful
“The family classes allow me to train with my 12 year old while still working with other like-minded adults, and fits well into my packed working-parent schedule.”
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Rokah Karate
(30)
Skills
Train
Discipline
“If you want a place that will teach your children discipline, provide a positive and fun experience, and nurturing your entire child than there's no better place then Rokah Karate.”
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Clube Jiu Jitsu
(29)
Life
Students
Environment
“I was immediately made to fel comfortable the technique is on point and Professor Bradford is literally the best teacher I've had to date , and I've studied all over the USA.”
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Like Water Jiu Jitsu
(28)
Techniques
Learning
Healthy
“If you're looking to get into BJJ as a newbie or continue your BJJ journey, then you should seriously consider Like Water BJJ and learning from Professor Mauricio Antunes.”
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We Train Here
(26)
Karate Classes and Martial Arts Supplies, All Payment Methods Accepted
“You have to kinda look for the place because it's on the second floor in the center but they are community and quality focused and definitely worth it.”
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Subconscious BJJ
(30)
Muay Thai
Jiu Jitsu
Team
“If you want to learn the foundations of bjj from masterful teachers or want to find a new school with amazing training partners, Subconscious BJJ is the place.”
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Revolution Martial Arts & Jiu Jitsu
(30)
Jiu-Jitsu
Environment
Competitor
“No matter how busy the coaches are, they'll take the time to answer all of my son's questions, help out with his technique, and give him tips and advice after class or during open mat.”
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Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu Club
(30)
Atmosphere
Family
Grappling
“Our Six years old been training jiujitsu with Markus for two years, and loves it, Markus is Amazing with the kids, he is also the real deal when it gets to jiujitsu.”
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Gracie Barra Whittier
(23)
Train
Adults
Skills
“You will gain confidence and lose fat and If you want to compete well get ready with the competition class that has very committed people ready to help you win gold medals.”
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Logic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu HQ
(23)
Family
Students
Train
“The instructors have a true passion for Brazilian jiujitsu, but an even bigger passion in helping both children and adults improve in health, confidence, and self-discipline.”
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Villari's Martial Arts Center
(3)
Learn
“Interested in learning Martial Arts, this is a very good place to start”
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Caveirinha Jiu Jitsu Family Rowland Heights
(29)
Confident
Team
Atmosphere
“There are no big egos training here, which I really like, because I cannot afford to get injured by someone trying to show off their newest submission.”
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Omni Jiu Jitsu Academy
(13)
Jiu-Jitsu
Patient
Skills
“He doesn't cut corners when it comes to teaching, and he has something to offer anyone, from beginners with no athletic background to experienced fighters.”
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Level Up Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Studio City
(16)
Students
Workout
Jujitsu
“The head instructor at Level UP Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy is a highly recommended master teacher of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and I'm glad he opened another location in Studio City.”
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy
(12)
Train
Learn
“BJJ's rapid rise in popularity over the last 30-or-so years is entirely due to this family's intelligent, enthusiastic, evidence-based approach to teaching and developing the art.”
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