Best Self-Defense Classes in San Diego, CA

The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 161 vetted & reviewed in the San Diego area.

Full Potential Martial Arts Academy

Full Potential Martial Arts Academy

(29)
  • Patient
  • Confidence
  • Knowledge
“It's provided me with a great opportunity to not only learn about martial arts, but how I should react when confronted with a violent situation and what I should do to protect myself.”
Coupons & Offers
Accepts Check
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
3323 Carmel Mountain Rd STE 200, San Diego, CA
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Torrey Pines Martial Arts

Torrey Pines Martial Arts

(26)
  • Parents
  • Lessons
  • Exercise
“He not only teaches practical what to do in certain situations, but he has us learn various martial arts basics that keep me fit and prepare for an unlikely event when I may need to defend myself.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2003
4204 Sorrento Valley Blvd suite k, San Diego, CA
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THE Arena

THE Arena

(30)
Martial Arts, Kickboxing, Fma / Kali
“The variety of classes and top notch coaches and professors fosters and incredible learning environment and opportunity for in advancement across any martial art discipline.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards, Check, Cash
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1953
3350 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA
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Atos Jiu Jitsu HQ

Atos Jiu Jitsu HQ

(29)
  • Professor
  • Facility
  • Mat
“If you are on the fence about trying Jiu Jitsu and feel it may be outside your comfort zone, rest assured all your concerns will disappear once you get in that Gi and join the family.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2007
4810 Mercury St, San Diego, CA
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UFC FIT Point Loma

UFC FIT Point Loma

(22)
  • Machines
  • Coaches
  • Rude
“My only gripe is that group classes are held in the shared turf area so that no one else can use it, even though there's an open group room upstairs.”
Remote Consultations Available
In Business Since 2006
3675 Midway Dr, San Diego, CA
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Versatile Fitness

Versatile Fitness

(30)
  • Fun
  • Energy
  • Sweat
“You get the trainer expertise and high energy workouts you'll find at a Barry's Bootcamp or Orange Theory but with a more close knit community that gives you hands on attention.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2010
2710 Garnet Ave #206, San Diego, CA
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10th Planet San Diego Jiu Jitsu and Training Center

10th Planet San Diego Jiu Jitsu and Training Center

(23)
  • Striking
  • Jiu-Jitsu
  • MMA
“Fast forward to July/August 2021 I spent the month training back here while in the area and it's still the same great people with the world class instruction.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2016
6008 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego, CA
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Alliance Jiu Jitsu San Diego

Alliance Jiu Jitsu San Diego

(29)
  • Women
  • Team
  • Train
“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.”
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2013
8990 Miramar Rd Ste 225, San Diego, CA
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Clark Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy

Clark Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy

(29)
  • Environment
  • Students
  • Competition
“Something about the combination of mental and physical rigor, the clarity and nuance of the instruction - walking out you can feel it was time well spent.”
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2006
1162 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA
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Impact Krav Maga Self-Defense

Impact Krav Maga Self-Defense

(29)
  • Expertise
  • Train
  • Individual
“Yury and Veronica are very strong teachers of Krav Maga and are especially suited to breaking down the technical elements of Krav Maga into terms that a beginner can understand and digest easily.”
Remote Consultations Available
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2012
1818 Robinson Ave, San Diego, CA
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4S Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

4S Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

(30)
  • Learn
  • Community
  • Mats
“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.”
In Business Since 2013
9926 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA
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Soca Brazilian Jiu Jitsu San Diego

Soca Brazilian Jiu Jitsu San Diego

(30)
  • Adults
  • BJJ
  • Train
“We were looking for a martial art/positive hobby for our son and instantly were happy with Professor Bruno and his business partner/Wife Lika's teaching dynamic.”
In Business Since 2019
16740 W Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA
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White Tiger Kung Fu

White Tiger Kung Fu

(30)
  • Healthy
  • System
  • Chi Kung
“I was so glad they picked White Tiger Kung Fu, too, because I had already picked this school in my heart, but didn't want to say anything so they could pick what felt best for them, since they would be the ones attending it.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2012
5320 Eastgate Mall, San Diego, CA
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North Park Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

North Park Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

(29)
  • Environment
  • Train
  • Women
“Every class has a wealth of experience and as long as your willing to ask the question, there will be plenty of people more than willing to help get you to the answer.”
In Business Since 2016
4009 30th St, San Diego, CA
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Gracie Barra San Diego

Gracie Barra San Diego

(28)
  • Skills
  • Learn
  • Environment
“I highly recommend it from the first time I set foot inside the Gracie Barra gym I was treated like I've been there for years ,my kid loves it also happy I joined”
In Business Since 2005
3952-A Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA
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Legion American Jiu Jitsu San Diego

Legion American Jiu Jitsu San Diego

(28)
  • Competitors
  • Space
  • Seminar
“Spacious and well put together facility with great mats, locker room/bathroom with plenty of room and high ceilings, not to mention comes with a workout area.”
In Business Since 2019
7550 Miramar Rd #330, San Diego, CA
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Barum Jiu-Jitsu San Diego

Barum Jiu-Jitsu San Diego

(22)
  • Learn
  • Train
  • Feeling
“Alfredo barum is a great guy , very technical and know how to teaches for any level or age , his team is amazing, good fighters and excellent environment .”
In Business Since 2009
4903 Morena Blvd #1202, San Diego, CA
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Shaolin Kempo Arts

Shaolin Kempo Arts

(10)
  • Learn
  • Home
  • Skills
“They will assist with private lessons if needed as well as postitive reinforcement from all of their knowledagable and more importantly friendly Sensei's.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2000
3422 Tripp Ct ste c, San Diego, CA
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Freestyle Martial Arts

Freestyle Martial Arts

(28)
  • Respect
  • Discipline
  • Black Belt
“We have watched him grow and develop over this past year and have noticed great changes in his abilities to listen, follow directions, and pay attention.”
Remote Consultations Available
In Business Since 1985
3760 Sports Arena Blvd #1, San Diego, CA
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99 Jiu-Jitsu HQ

99 Jiu-Jitsu HQ

(30)
  • Students
  • Mat
  • Learn
“Professor Telles is hands down the best BJJ instructor I have ever had, with a teaching style that breaks down technique so you can understand it at all levels.”
In Business Since 2013
4425 Convoy St #210, San Diego, CA
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Rada Jiu Jitsu Academy

Rada Jiu Jitsu Academy

(30)
  • Family
  • Environment
  • Competitor
“I think that in jiu jitsu you have to feel that you are being part of the academy to have that connection, which I felt since the first days of training session.”
In Business Since 2005
Serving San Diego Area
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Victory MMA & Fitness

Victory MMA & Fitness

(26)
  • Shape
  • Facility
  • Professional
“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”
Remote Consultations Available
In Business Since 2008
3666 Midway Dr, San Diego, CA
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Gracie San Diego

Gracie San Diego

(17)
  • Students
  • Self Defense
  • Family
“I have trained in jiujitsu on-and-off for several years and after training here for just over a couple of months I have seen a huge leaps and bounds in my skill level.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2011
5375 Kearny Villa Rd #107b, San Diego, CA
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San Diego Fit

San Diego Fit

(13)
Self-Defense & Kickboxing, Bodybuilding & Show Prep, Group & Personal Training
“His lifelong commitment to physical fitness is evident in his own physique, and he works with his clients to help them achieve their goals - and then some.”
In Business Since 2000
4030 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA
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Self Defense Training Services in San Diego, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$188
Maximum cost
$562
National Average
$287
Avg Per Hour Rates
$75
$250
$387
Typical price range is based on 507 cost profiles
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Average Cost $287
Minimum cost $188
Maximum cost $562
Avg Per Hour Rates $75

Typical range $250 to $387 is based on 507 cost profiles.

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