The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 127 vetted & reviewed in the San Jose area.
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Prominent finalists A-Z in San Jose
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Mateo
510 Judo
ADF San Jose (Academy of Combative Defense and Fitness)
Aikido by the Bay
Baem Jiu Jitsu
Caio Terra Academy
Charles Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Daruma Dojo
East West Kungfu Academy
Elite Self Defense CA
Gloglo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu Martial Arts Academy
Heroes Martial Arts
Impact! Kickboxing Fitness
King’s Martial Arts Academy
Marco Nascimento Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Nikko Jujitsu School
Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu
Saiko Fitness and Martial Arts
Samurai Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
San Jose Boxing & Fitness
San Lorenzo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Self-Defense Solutions
Silicon Valley Kung Fu Academy
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Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu
(31)
“My grandchildren, a male 8 years old and a female 6 years old are learning so many self defense skills as well as learning discipline and how to focus in general.”
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Impact! Kickboxing Fitness
(27)
Aerial Silks Specialty Classes, Mma and Agility Group-X Classes, Kickboxing
“The instructors I had were so helpful and welcoming (Erik, Erika, Jinnia, Grace, and Kenny) and fellow students and front desk staff were kind and motivated.”
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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Mateo
(48)
Kids Martial Arts, Kickboxing, Self Defense
“He really fosters a great training environment as he cares about helping me with my technique and always makes me feel welcome every time I go to class!”
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Caio Terra Academy
(48)
“Thank you Nick and Caio for the awesome support you have given over the years to the coaches and students of Performance Martial Arts Academy in Roseburg and Springfield, OR.”
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San Lorenzo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(49)
Compete
Mat
Submission Wrestling
“As a beginner and a female, I am glad that I have found this place with a comfortable environment and friendly people to help me learn jiu-jitsu better.”
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King's Martial Arts Academy
(41)
Discipline
Black Belts
Skills
“One of their first lessons they teach to rank up is the idea that "fighting is wrong", and they focus on defending yourself to get away rather than attacking.”
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Silicon Valley Kung Fu Academy
(2)
“My son has been going here for 5 years and he really loves the activities and the tournaments where he gets to win Medals, 🏆Trophies great great Kung Fu teacher.”
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Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu Martial Arts Academy
(48)
Competitive
Son
Leadership
“My kids have been students here since 2015 and it's been rewarding to see my kids' growth and maturity thru the meticulous instruction and discipline of the academy.”
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Gloglo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
(34)
Belts
Train
Plan
“Very structured learning environment especially when you're new, they take you off to the side for the first few weeks when you're completely new instead of just throwing you in with the whole class.”
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Aikido by the Bay
(23)
Atmosphere
Self Defense
Learning
“The adult classes are great for all ages (our newest member is 70yo) and backgrounds (I danced ballet for 26 years), no previous martial arts experience required.”
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San Jose Boxing & Fitness
(18)
Skills
Strength
Learn
“The people here are will be respectful of your fitness levels and will work with you to be better, not the typical "look at the mirror" patronage you get accustomed to in gyms.”
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Heroes Martial Arts
(21)
Train
Learn
Mats
“The reason why I joined this academy is because they're very welcoming, the coaches are all very helpful, the mats are very clean, and especially because there is no ego here!!”
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Marco Nascimento Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(25)
“I am very impressed with the instructors they have, not only have Rafael and Daniel been amazing with my children, but they have also been patient with me, and I really appreciate that!”
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510 Judo
(25)
Adults
Environment
Skills
“I have a black belt in Aikido and decades of experience in martial arts and for me Sensei Jonah has been one of the best martial arts teachers l have ever had.”
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Saiko Fitness and Martial Arts
(15)
Cristiano
Judo
Desire
“What I found was a supportive group of great people that take the time to help everyone regardless of skill level, physical level and amount of available time to train.”
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Charles Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
(11)
“If you live in San Mateo or are staying in the area for a while and you are interested in BJJ, I would strongly recommend you to at least make a visit to the gym, say hello and try a class.”
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ADF San Jose (Academy of Combative Defense and Fitness)
(8)
Krav Maga
“I highly recommend Academy of Combative Defense & fitness, if your are looking for physical and mental transformation you will learn what is like to be able to see what you can accomplish and how confidence grows within you.”
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East West Kungfu Academy
(6)
Championships
Gold Medal
Silver Medal
“My son joined this place 3 years ago and he liked it because the Ku Fu master is kind and really taking his time to teach them to move to a higher level.”
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Nikko Jujitsu School
(5)
“I learned a lot of the basics and very important self defense!”
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Elite Self Defense CA
(2)
“Love training here!”
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Self-Defense Solutions
“Located in San Jose, Self-Defense Solutions specializes in traditional martial arts, self-defense, and fitness classes for kids, teens, and adults.”
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Baem Jiu Jitsu
(50)
Technique
Environment
Mats
“Dropped into this gym to check it out since it was so close to home - highly recommend trying out and signing up for if you are on the fence about BJJ!”
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Daruma Dojo
(34)
Skill
Train
Fun
“Daruma is also a wonderful participant in the community hosting BB Qs, back to school events, cross training events with other Jiu Jitsu gyms in the area.”
“We moved out of state and after training with Rich and Kevin for several years, my kids have a solid foundation and love of BJJ that they are continuing to build on at their new academy.”
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