DP Martial Arts & Krav Maga Academy
“We joined for the first time this for my son and he absolutely loves it!”
Best Self-Defense Classes near Ramapo, NY
These schools serve Ramapo from nearby bases in towns including Glen Rock, NJ, Mahwah, NJ and Ramsey, NJ.
15 schools listed · 2 open 24/7 · all 15 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 29, 2026
Master Jung's World Taekwondo
“He looks forward to going to class each week and we love watching him grow with each new challenge Master Jung introduces.”
Renzo Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu of Northern Valley NJ
“Professor Carl, who has experience learning from and rolling with the best in the world, is one of the most technical black belts I've ever been around.”
Filipino Kali Academy
“It was entertaining, I am motivated to learn the Mui Thai discipline”
Trasso Jiu Jitsu & Wrestling
“Highly recommend to anyone interested in any form of jujitsu or self defense.”
Otimo Jiu Jitsu
“His teaching style is very effective (calm, clear, and a detail-oriented delivery) and the class structure is well planned (a lot of instruction & drilling followed by light sparring).”
Short self-defense courses listed for Ramapo, NY 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: Ramapo, NY
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 845 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (94%), professionalism (91%) and communication (79%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills", "confidence" and "atmosphere". 2 are open around the clock; all 15 are open on Saturdays and 10 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 10 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 39 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 4 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.
How do I get a course outline from schools listed for Ramapo?
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.
Bill Stevens Karate
“My Daughter has been training there since March and has had an amazing experience.”
Thomas Clifford's Martial Arts
“Absolutely happy we came here for my 10 year olds first martial arts experience, it's the best.”
Mayer's Karate & Fitness
“Mayer's Karate and Fitness is a true class act when it comes to training their students, but especially when training their students with special needs.”
Renzo Gracie Ramapo Valley
“My daughter and son enjoy their jiu jitsu classes it's great family business.”
Lifeforce Self Defense
“The life skills she has taught my daughter and I are invaluable and easy to incorporate into many day to day scenarios.”
Workout Place
“A combination of a great taekwondo teacher, a spiritual leader, a sensitive, and very funny person.”
Gary Stevens Taekwondo
“The emphasis on discipline, respect, and physical fitness sets Master Steven's apart from all the cookie cutting schools that value profit over true learning; teaching and guiding you to an ethos and mantra of good character and positive self growth.”
Faustini's Institute of Martial Arts and Fitness
“We tired a few places and our last trial was at Faustinis and my son loved it the most.”
Loyalty BJJ
“Dropped by Erick's school on a Friday afternoon and was immediately welcomed in, even, without advanced notice or knowing anyone there.”
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