Alliance BJJ Roswell
“There is a nice and welcoming community that will encourage you to keep coming back and training.”
Best Self-Defense Classes in Roswell, GA
15 schools listed · 8 in Roswell · 12 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 19, 2026
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Taekwondo Generations
“After the first month at Taekwondo Generations, my wife and I noticed some incredibly positive changes in our son's drive and focus and he earned his first belt promotion, which has encouraged him further.”
Self Defense Atlanta
“We have started going to self defense as a family and have benefitted greatly from the lessons.”
Jiu Jitsu Roswell
“The instructor is very knowledgeable and cares very much about the students and is very helpful.”
Karate Atlanta
“She joined the leadership program when she was 6 to help build confidence and it did that and a whole lot more at a time when we struggled to find an activity that she was willing to try.”
Diego Saraiva Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“I go out of my way to train here because of the caliber of the people I get to train with.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Roswell, GA 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: Roswell, GA
8 of the 15 schools we list are based in Roswell; the other 7 serve Roswell from towns including Alpharetta (5 mi), Milton (7 mi) and Sandy Springs (7 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 3.7 to 5.0 across 1,196 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "confidence". 12 are open on Saturdays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 6 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 8 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.
Which course providers listed for Roswell describe their courses online?
All 15 cards carry a website link. Look for a real outline, who teaches, and who the course is for. Stock photography of a woman throwing a man in a white studio is not an outline, and schools that keep their content vague are often selling the same session to every audience.
Invictus Star Martial Arts
“Great classes for kids of all ages, it develops kid's confidence and sense of responsibility.”
Knuckleup Fitness
“Great gym, friendly and knowledgeable staff who have a passion for what they do.”
M&H Thunder Kickboxing
“Coach Eddie and Brenda listen to what goals you have and hold you accountable to them, whether it be fitness or competition related.”
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Atlanta Wingchun
“7: the masters teach all of us to respect each other, respect life, and never use this to gain up on anyone or bully; under any curcstances”
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J3 Jiu Jitsu Academy
“I've been training for 6 years and I would say this is definitely one of the top schools that I have ever attended.”
Iron Horse Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“I've lost 10 pounds, gained a better understanding of the Art and a renewed enthusiasm under his guidance.”
Tiger Academy of Martial Arts
“If you have always wanted to try BJJ, but aren't sure where, Eddie Camden at Tiger Academy is your place!”
Union Team BJJ
“Master Murgel broke down each move with multiple variations in a way that was easy to understand and carry out for even a white belt as myself.”
Jucao Jiu-Jitsu
“If you're looking for discipline, real life self defense, or just curious about BJJ then you've come to the right place.”
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