Best Self-Defense Classes in San Mateo, CA

The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 153 vetted & reviewed in the San Mateo area.

Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu

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.”
Coupons & Offers
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2019
4607 Cherry Ave, San Jose, CA
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Impact! Kickboxing Fitness

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.”
Coupons & Offers
Average Price Tag
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2014
Serving San Mateo Area
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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Mateo

10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Mateo

(48)
Kickboxing, Kids Martial Arts, 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!”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2018
910 S Amphlett Blvd, San Mateo, CA
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Caio Terra Academy

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.”
Coupons & Offers
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2009
855 Park Ave, San Jose, CA
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Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu

Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu

(50)
“From the warm reception to the expert guidance of the skilled instructors, the academy provides a welcoming environment suitable for practitioners of all levels.”
In Business Since 2007
1166 Howard St, San Francisco, CA
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Romulo Melo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Romulo Melo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

(45)
  • Competitor
  • Learn
  • Mat
“This place has the cleanest mats of any place I've been to, encouraging teammates even on days when you feel like you have the flexibility of a concrete block, and welcoming and patient coaches if you're new.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2018
1313 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
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Evolve Training Center

Evolve Training Center

(42)
“You truly get what you put in, but the overall environment, alongside the staff, coaches, and the members is what truly keeps me coming back daily not only to better my skills but also health.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2012
647 El Camino Real, South San Francisco, CA
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King's Martial Arts Academy

King's Martial Arts Academy

(41)
  • Discipline
  • Respect
  • Black Belts
“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.”
Coupons & Offers
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2003
171 Branham Ln #2A, San Jose, CA
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Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu Martial Arts Academy

Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu Martial Arts Academy

(48)
  • Competitive
  • Judo
  • Son
“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.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2015
478 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA
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Silicon Valley Kung Fu Academy

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.”
Coupons & Offers
Accepts Check, No credit cards
In Business Since 2012
2090 Lincoln Ave, San Jose, CA
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AB Mixed Martial Arts Academy

AB Mixed Martial Arts Academy

(19)
  • Learn
“The head instructor Antonio Braga Neto is truly world class, he's super technical, and very patient.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Licensed, BBB Rating: A
In Business Since 2008
2975 San Bruno Ave, San Francisco, CA
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Empire Jiu Jitsu

Empire Jiu Jitsu

(48)
  • Concepts
  • People
  • Technical
“Kurt and Jake are some of the most passionate people on the planet about BJJ, every time I get a chance to make it to the Bay you will find me here training!”
In Business Since 2018
2356 Mission St, San Francisco, CA
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Colhado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Colhado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

(34)
  • Competitors
  • Community
  • Learn
“Matheus is a great instructor, he teaches the fundamentals and sprinkles in fun and exciting challenges, positional sparring, flow rolls, etc to keep you guessing and to keep training exciting.”
Family Business
In Business Since 2019
603 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA
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Gloglo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Gloglo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

(34)
  • Belts
  • Mats
  • Train
“I've trained at a couple different BJJ schools before finding Gloglo's and I find that Gloglo's is the most family friend BJJ school I've encountered.”
In Business Since 1998
95 Phelan Ave #3, San Jose, CA
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Aikido by the Bay

Aikido by the Bay

(23)
  • Atmosphere
  • Classes
  • Self Defense
“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.”
In Business Since 2000
811 S B St, San Mateo, CA
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San Jose Boxing & Fitness

San Jose Boxing & Fitness

(18)
  • Strength
  • Skills
  • 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.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2005
3469 McKee Rd, San Jose, CA
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Marco Nascimento Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Marco Nascimento Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

(25)
“He had the biggest facility (and that was before this new, even bigger, location in Foster City), best schedule with daily lunch and evening classes (and now 6:30am too!”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2004
1717 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA
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Heroes Martial Arts

Heroes Martial Arts

(21)
  • Learn
  • Train
  • 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!!”
Coupons & Offers
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Accepts Debit, Check, Cash, All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2008
450 S 1st St, San Jose, CA
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Peace of Mind

Peace of Mind

(15)
  • Jeet Kune do
  • Boxing
  • Community
“I have been taking personal training and boxing sessions weekly with Tim for over a year focusing on Jeet Kune Do, Wing Chun, Kali, Western Boxing and Savate Boxing.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2004
727 Leavenworth St, San Francisco, CA
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Bay Jiu-Jitsu

Bay Jiu-Jitsu

(19)
  • Train
  • Learn
“In addition, you don't realize how good Stephan is at explaining positions until you train with other black belts and realize high level belts don't always equal great teachers.”
In Business Since 2007
1628 Post St, San Francisco, CA
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Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy

(17)
  • Tournaments
  • Adults
  • Discipline
“My son competes several times a year in tournaments, and Alex and Gianni are always there to support him, regardless of when or where or how long the tournaments are”
In Business Since 2017
6300 California St, San Francisco, CA
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Saiko Fitness and Martial Arts

Saiko Fitness and Martial Arts

(15)
  • Cristiano
  • Belt
  • Judo
“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.”
In Business Since 2022
1323 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose, CA
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510 Judo

510 Judo

(25)
  • Adults
  • Learn
  • Environment
“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.”
In Business Since 2019
1029 MacArthur Blvd, San Leandro, CA
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Team Santos Jiu Jitsu

Team Santos Jiu Jitsu

(20)
  • Competitions
  • Community
  • MMA
“Walked in a small gym when I was 19 years old, tried my first day at jiu jitsu with team Santos almost 5 years later I'm still lucky to be training with them.”
Coupons & Offers
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2003
2001 Omega Rd # 100, San Ramon, CA
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Self Defense Training Services in San Mateo, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$176
Maximum cost
$526
National Average
$269
Avg Per Hour Rates
$71
$234
$363
Typical price range is based on 297 cost profiles
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Average Cost $269
Minimum cost $176
Maximum cost $526
Avg Per Hour Rates $71

Typical range $234 to $363 is based on 297 cost profiles.

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