The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 147 vetted & reviewed in the Salem area.
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Prominent finalists A-Z in Salem
Ascent Martial Arts
Bethany US World Class Taekwondo Martial Arts Academy
Brazilian Top Team Happy Valley
Checkmat Portland
Fabiano Scherner Jiu Jitsu Molalla
Five Rings Jiu Jitsu
G.i.r.l.s. Gym
Gracie Technics Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Hyatt Training
Impact Jiu Jitsu
Impact Jiu Jitsu
Krav Maga Salem
Next Level Martial Arts & Fitness
On Target Training PDX
One With Heart
Parkside Self Defense
Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu Portland
Resolution Jiu Jitsu
Silverton Self Defense
Straight Blast Gym Portland
Unicorn Jiu Jitsu
Via Potentia
W1 Taekwondo
Zanshin Martial Arts
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Krav Maga Salem
(20)
“Krav Maga Salem and their instructors are highly dedicated to delivering the very best and most innovative training techniques and methods to their students.”
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Impact Jiu Jitsu
(22)
Sports & Fitness Instruction, Martial Arts School, Sports Club
“My children are not only building athletic ability and advancing their physical skill sets, they are also developing character strength and accountability.”
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Zanshin Martial Arts
(7)
“" There is an instructor's assistant with an orange belt and a ponytail who is bossy, but I think the instructors are aware of that and never allow him to teach, but just allow him to help demonstrate and supervise.”
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Silverton Self Defense
(2)
“Great for getting to know the good part of your community.”
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Parkside Self Defense
(4)
“Our family loves this place, the family who run it are amazing.”
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Via Potentia
“Our emphasis is upon the proven classics of human formation. However, we are grateful to be able to use Google Workplace for Education. Among other things, this allows students to access and complete their work using convenient resources like Google ...”
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Fabiano Scherner Jiu Jitsu Molalla
“Learn practical self defense, step your fitness up to the next level, and gain a great community. Classes are Mondays and Wednesdays at NW Fitness and Strength in Molalla. On Saturdays your membership includes access to classes for kids and adults at...”
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Brazilian Top Team Happy Valley
(47)
Martial Arts School, Sports Club
“I'll say this on that topic - there's another very prominent national BJJ academy which has a location in the metro area - and they are the ones who insist you buy multiple pieces of equipment with their branding on it.”
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Next Level Martial Arts & Fitness
(16)
Learning
Jiu Jitsu
“I started training Jiu Jitsu here 2 years ago and I've not only been able to improve my jiu jitsu, I've also started consistently strength and conditioning training thanks to the programs at the gym, and I've been able to make friends and meet a grea...”
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Resolution Jiu Jitsu
(12)
Train
Culture
Matter
“I've been training for 15 years with various coaches and teams and I have never been more at home than when I'm training with Evan at Resolution Jiu Jitsu.”
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Ascent Martial Arts
(14)
Martial Arts School, Sports & Fitness Instruction
“I looked at many other martial arts schools in the area, and this one was far more in alignment with how I want my children to grow — where they learn self-belief, honesty, discipline and self-esteem.”
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Five Rings Jiu Jitsu
(43)
Martial Arts School, Sports & Fitness Instruction
“I was impressed to hear my young 3/4 year old students using terms that few programs believe young children are capable of practicing and reflecting on—respect; responsibility for self and to others; flexibility; determination; perseverance; courage ...”
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Straight Blast Gym Portland
(44)
Coach
“When I got into powerlifting seriously about ten years ago, I took to it like flies take to sh*t—I was naturally strong, and good coaches were able to take me to really incredible strength numbers.”
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Hyatt Strength + Wellness
(50)
Health
Professional
Trainers
“My goal was just to have someone knowledgeable check my form and refine my workout program; it had been about a decade since I'd worked with a trainer.”
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W1 Taekwondo
(50)
Martial Arts School
“We were looking for a class for my son to excel in flourish in confidence and respect and W1 has truly created an atmosphere where kids can thrive in those areas with having fun !”
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G.i.r.l.s. Gym
(43)
Community
Confidence
Students
“I've experienced a fair amount of both successful and unsuccessful matches, and I've never been made to feel as though losing was anything other than just one more learning experience to draw from in the future.”
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Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu Portland
(50)
Martial Arts School, Sports Club
“Aaron, Carston, and Eddie are all super knowledgeable and great at teaching technique in general, as well as tailoring their approach and coaching to different styles and body types.”
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Gracie Technics Jiu-Jitsu Academy
(42)
Students
Environment
Mat
“The instructors are second to none, displaying unmatched expertise, patience, and dedication, creating an environment where gender is never a barrier and where every student is treated as an equal.”
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One With Heart
(31)
Learned
Self-Defense
Workout
“During this time with Mas Guru Agong and the instructors at OWH I've learned how to breathe during intense conflict & harassment, have gained patience and strength both physically and mentally, and found a community that really means a lot to me.”
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On Target Training PDX
(30)
Motivating
Jordan
Striking
“At almost 36 years old I'd like to get some good sparring in and participate in the amateur Masters league tournament soon and I'm positive Jordan will have me trained to go and ready to compete with the best of them!”
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Impact Jiu Jitsu
(29)
“Whether you're a complete beginner looking for a place to begin your journey or an experienced veteran who wants to expand one's knowledge, this is the place for you.”
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Bethany US World Class Taekwondo Martial Arts Academy
(9)
Martial Arts School, Private School
“Braz were great and they did a great job of managing kids ensuring they had fun.”
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Unicorn Jiu Jitsu
(19)
Martial Arts School
“This gym is the perfect place for professional fighters training, or the terrified woman who just wants to build some confidence and feel comfortable to walk on the street by herself.”
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Checkmat Portland
(33)
Environment
Train
Learn
“Its a family environment when everyone is on the mat learning or drilling I would recommend this school to anyone that wants to become Better or even a champion .”
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