The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 190 vetted & reviewed in the San Antonio area.
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Brazilian Top Team
Brazilian Top Team
Buck & Doe’s Mercantile
Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu San Antonio
Christian Taekwondo League
Club K.O. Boxing & Personal Training 1
Dance Center of San Antonio
Ferocious Fitness Boxing Gym
Gfteam San Antonio
Gracie Barra San Antonio- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense
Gracie Jiu Jitsu San Antonio
Kingdom Martial Arts Academy
Korea America Taekwondo Academy
Kung Jung Mu Sul
Legacy Martial Arts
Marra Senki Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
National School of Martial Arts
Pinnacle Martial Arts Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & MMA San Antonio
Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Rodrigo Pinheiro Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
San Antonio Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Sanchin Karate School Open
Semper Fortis Jiu Jitsu
Team Shark
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Team Shark
(46)
“Super happy and pleased with my results this program has changed my life in so many ways from regaining my confidence, energy levels and a winning mentality!”
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Marra Senki Jiu-Jitsu Academy
(48)
“Found it to be a place for serious training in a safe friendly environment- best of both worlds- and they have a lot of training options on the menu....”
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Gfteam San Antonio
(49)
“Mike and Emma are great instructors, great teammates, everybody is friendly and courteous wether you are a competitor or just trying a new workout you will love this school, great atmosphere.”
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Semper Fortis Jiu Jitsu
(50)
Competition
Judo
BJJ
“I just got back into Jui Jitsu, but I had travel work time coming up, I didn't want to lose that mentality and progress so I asked my coach for a place he recommended while in San Antonio, immediately, he said to go here--for good reason.”
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Brazilian Top Team
(50)
“Whether you're looking for just general health and a fun exercise or are serious about competing, the staff is always welcoming, knowledgeable, and so kind.”
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Ferocious Fitness Boxing Gym
(49)
Meeting
Discipline
Son
“They have the most tiring and fun workouts I've seen, I've been going to the 10am class with coach Francisco and coach chandler and they really give me a workout.”
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Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu San Antonio
(49)
“Carlson Gracie is a BJJ gym I would highly recommend going to, whether your goal is to get really good at BJJ, or just gain some experience grappling with other students!”
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Pinnacle Martial Arts Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & MMA San Antonio
(46)
Practice
Parents
Coach Daniel
“The coaches and staff are great, coach Daniel is very knowledgeable and cares a lot about seeing his students improve and is always pushing us to get better.”
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Legacy Martial Arts
(46)
“It's not the fanciest gym I've seen, but what it lacks in appearances is made up 10 fold in how great you feel about yourself after leaving this place for the day.”
“The range portion was a hoot as my wife was extremely anxious of firing a gun for the first time but Bob was very reassuring and coaxed my wife into firing 50 rounds as if this was not her first time.”
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Kingdom Martial Arts Academy
(50)
“I was gonna go to a different gym at first but after seeing some of the content Charles posts online, I wanted to go to KMA and learn from a real professional.”
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National School of Martial Arts
(49)
“Whether you want to do tourneys, increase your balance and flexibility, or just want to do some awesome tae kwon do - NSMA is the place for you and/or your kids!!!”
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Gracie Barra San Antonio- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense
(48)
Belt
Competitor
Learn
“While I don't get to visit as often as I would like when I am in town, and can make it in I am always made to feel welcome - even though it is not my “home” school.”
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Rodrigo Pinheiro Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
(47)
Confidence
Learn
Team
“My brother and I did the technique together, which was followed by specific training using the positions covered, then we broke off into five 6-minute rounds.”
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Six Blades Jiu Jitsu NW San Antonio
(36)
Safety
Professor
BJJ
“Overall, this is the place to learn BJJ all while having fun training in self-defense, sport, and competition (yes, this academy does frequent competitions and they're so fun!”
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Kung Jung Mu Sul (Kjms)
(45)
“Having been in the martial arts business for over 20 years, it gives me great pride to see what Mr Aaron has accomplished for his students (old and new) at this studio.”
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Sanchin Karate School
(34)
“Best value with the most kid friendly instructors - we've looked at five different options and decided that this one was definitely the right choice!”
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Dance Center of San Antonio
(14)
Desk
Ballet
Skills
“I am acquainted with the owners of this studio, and if I had a child desiring to take dance lessons, you can bet this is where they would receive instruction!”
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Gracie Jiu Jitsu San Antonio
(20)
Passion
Seminar
Lessons
“With that said, I ended up going to another school (for now) due to location, however the lesson learned here I was able to actually retain and employ multiple times in my other school.”
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Club K.O. Boxing & Personal Training 1
(30)
Hands
Strength Training
Fitness
“There's a great variety of classes, the instructors give great feedback while still being encouraging, and the class times are super convenient for working schedules.”
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Brazilian Top Team
(19)
Champions
Foot
Black Belt
“The team consists of accomplished practitioners who are not only skilled competitors but also possess a deep understanding of the technical aspects of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.”
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Korea America Taekwondo Academy
(14)
“Martinez creates a class environment that is discipline but a space where we can have fun and grow not only our muscles and abilities but our minds as well.”
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San Antonio Jiu-Jitsu Academy
(9)
Adults
Skills
Fitness
“My kid loves it”
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Christian Taekwondo League
(15)
Learning
Discipline
“I was only there for a week of camp that was originally for my little sister but I ended up going instead, I really enjoyed it and looking forward to going again and seeing everyone there friendly atmosphere and environment highly recommend”
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