Fusion Academy
“The jiu-jitsu on these mats is excellent, fun, and aims to elevate everyone ranging from the beginner to the expert.”
Best Self-Defense Classes in Salt Lake City, UT
13 schools listed · 6 in Salt Lake City · 12 open weekends · all 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Combat Arts Strength & Conditioning
“Fantastic gym all around, John is a great coach for kids and adults!”
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Gracie Barra Salt Lake City Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense
“If you are wanting something new, challenging physically and mentally I strongly recommend stepping in to Gracie Barra and feeling the warm community it has to offer.”
Mushin Self Defense
“Brian and his team know how to bring out the best in my kids (two sons and a daughter).”
Bernales Institute of Martial Arts
“They do a wonderful job of requiring respect and discipline while also making it fun and learning a lot of skills.”
Aikido of Salt Lake
“They add warmth and love to the greater Aikido community and are a fine group to learn from!”
Short self-defense courses listed for Salt Lake City, UT are spread across the 13 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: Salt Lake City, UT
6 of the 13 schools we list are based in Salt Lake City; the other 7 serve Salt Lake City from towns including Sandy (15 mi), West Jordan (13 mi) and South Salt Lake (4 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 1,148 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (92%), quality (83%) and communication (75%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "community". 12 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. Domain records put 7 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2002. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 13 of the schools on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 10 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 Salt Lake City describe their courses online?
All 13 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.
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10Th Planet Jiu Jitsu Salt Lake City
“Amir Allam is a phenomenal instructor and was very patient in answering all of our questions.”
United Studios of Self Defense Salt Lake City
“All of the instructors are very supportive, as well as the other students towards each other.”
Trumotion Martial Arts
“My 4 year old is a student of hers and while he is just starting out and has alot to learn, he is happy to be a part of this dojo and looks forward to his lessons.”
Factum
“Good deal for access to two types of gyms and equipment.”
Level Up Martial Arts
“With group and private lessons I've learn lots of karate moves and have already raked up to my Yellow belt.”
Absolute MMA
“The love for this craft is evident and encouraged in everyone who comes over the threshold.”
Unified Krav Maga
“An incredible, empowering place with an environment that is both incredibly friendly as well as inspiring to excellence and hard work.”
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