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Odyssey Training Center San Diego

(48)

Environment
Learning
Muay Thai

“The combination of knowledgeable instructors, supportive community, comprehensive curriculum, excellent facilities, and additional training opportunities make it stand out among others.”

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City Boxing

(46)

“The community in the gym feels like a family, go there enough and you will learn peoples names and be greeted, this atmosphere makes it less daunting for newbies to come in”

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Full Potential Martial Arts Academy

(41)

Feel
Confident
Shape

“In the studio, we are learning much more than Self Defense; we are learning Self Respect, Self Confidence, Self Esteem, and learning how to move our bodies in a powerful, nimble, and graceful way.”

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10th Planet San Diego Jiu Jitsu and Training Center

(42)

Self Defense
Striking
Community

“Manolo is more than a hall of famer in San Diego who does professional matchmaking to give you the opportunities people dream of but he truly cares about your well being as a person and not just a fighter.”

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THE Arena

(49)

Martial Arts, Kickboxing, Fma / Kali

“Such an amazing place, with all the different martial arts available at different times through out the day and the clean facilities and gym it really should cost more.”

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Swiftkick Martial Arts San Diego

(47)

Class
Confidence
Parents

“Any difficulty your child may be having at home or at school the staff will do all they can to support your child as well as you as a parent to help your child be the best they can be”

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Atos Jiu Jitsu HQ

(46)

“Professors Andre, Lucas and Andy were welcoming, helpful and provided amazing instruction that was broken down in a way that was easy to understand and they always made sure you understood the "why?"”

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Impact Krav Maga Self-Defense

(47)

Confidence
Skills
Understand

“The lead instructors Yuri & Veronica are excellent at explaining concepts and exercises and building upon a solid foundation, but that doesn't preclude someone new from jumping in at any point and having a great experience.”

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Rada Jiu Jitsu Academy

(50)

Classes
Environment
Adults

“Professor Eduardo, Rafael, and Felipe all create an amazing experience for the students and are building a community rooted in character, resilience, and fun here in La Jolla.”

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White Tiger Kung Fu

(50)

Qigong
System
Sifu

“For those who are serious or recreational, for those who are experienced or novices, for those who want hard training and/or soft training, from sparring and forms, weapons, to Tai Chi, herbs and qigong (internal and external).”

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Versatile Fitness

(49)

Team
Music
Shape

“One of the hardest workout but if you're a beginner they make you feel comfortable on what works for you best and be motivated to get to the next level!”

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Soca Brazilian Jiu Jitsu San Diego

(49)

Environment
Classes
Facility

“Whether you are young or old (like me) experienced or inexperienced , SBJJ is a place you can comfortably grow in the art and see progress on & off the mat.”

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Legion American Jiu Jitsu San Diego

(48)

Seminar
Desk
Culture

“Shout out to coach MIHA for signing me up and coaches Austin and Mike on the beginner course on teaching the foundation of the techniques to improve and have fun and skills in case to”

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Clark Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy

(44)

Environment
Mats
Black Belts

“After a 15-20 min warmup we completed a series of guard passing drills that, while pretty fundamental, helped get me out of a horrible funk I'd been in preceding my visit.”

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Six Blades Jiu-Jitsu Pacific Beach

(47)

“Professor Gustavo, Professor Leo, and the other coaches have clearly fostered a community that emphasizes acceptance, kindness, and hospitality because I immediately felt like part of a team.”

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99 Jiu-Jitsu HQ

(42)

Competition
Professor
Team

“Not the largest or the most flashy jiu jitsu gym in San Diego but you'd be hard pressed to find a friendlier environment and better quality instruction.”

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West Coast Martial Arts Academy

(45)

“Students are provided opportunities to develop character traits and positive social skills that will help them to be successful at school and in the community.”

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Eidson Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

(50)

“If you are looking for a brazilian jiu jitsu academy that feels like a family, filled with friends, having fun learning practical high level techniques for all ages, stop because you have just found it.”

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Victory MMA & Fitness

(44)

Shape
Jiu Jitsu
Puppy

“Thank you to the owner for letting us get work in while we were far from home and letting us train during fight week, the gym honestly exceeded my expectations I hope to be back the next time I'm in San Diego”

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San Diego Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts

(50)

“Much bigger and cleaner facility, multiple arts to train in, ALLOT more classes and opportunity to train, a fantastic kids program that my daughter is excited to go to, more passion for the community, and more experience.”

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Alliance Jiu Jitsu San Diego

(39)

“Came down to visit a friend and get some extra knowledge from his teachings and was pleasantly surprised at how friendly and welcoming the owner, his staff, and his students were.”

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Freestyle Martial Arts

(49)

“He is gaining so much more than just the physical skills and strength- the instructors focus on public speaking, paying attention in school and community involvement.”

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The Training Center

(40)

Morning
Jiu Jitsu
Knowledge

“The facility is spotless, mats always fresh, equipment top-tier, space is raw and energy always uplifting with music and coaches pushing people to perform.”

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White Dragon Martial Arts

(48)

“All staff at White Dragon Clairemont have been respectful, understanding, and helpful from the beginning in navigating our family's complicated dynamic, enabling my hesitant 10 year old son to explore Kung-Fu and grow to love it.”

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Average Cost	$287
Minimum cost	$188
Maximum cost	$562
Avg Per Hour Rates	$75

Best Self-Defense Classes in San Diego, CA

The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 168 vetted & reviewed in the San Diego area.

Odyssey Training Center San Diego

City Boxing

Full Potential Martial Arts Academy

10th Planet San Diego Jiu Jitsu and Training Center

THE Arena

Swiftkick Martial Arts San Diego

Atos Jiu Jitsu HQ

Impact Krav Maga Self-Defense

Rada Jiu Jitsu Academy

White Tiger Kung Fu

Versatile Fitness

Soca Brazilian Jiu Jitsu San Diego

Legion American Jiu Jitsu San Diego

Clark Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy

Six Blades Jiu-Jitsu Pacific Beach

99 Jiu-Jitsu HQ

West Coast Martial Arts Academy

Eidson Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Victory MMA & Fitness

San Diego Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts

Alliance Jiu Jitsu San Diego

Freestyle Martial Arts

The Training Center

White Dragon Martial Arts

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