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Pai's Taekwondo

(34)

“Pai's Taekwondo has helped my son develop the self-discipline to overcome many of his attention struggles while simultaneously rebuilding his self-confidence and desire to make friends.”

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Mechelle's Way Tae Kwondo

(6)

Tae Kwondo, Circuit Kickboxing (Ckb)

“Mechelle Smith is one of the most dedicated person I have ever met,my child is been in her school since the age 8 and she is now 14 and she is a black belt,her way of teaching is amazing.”

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Rotterdam Martial Arts

(3)

“She feels comfortable here, likely because the staff get to know students and develop a sense of community.”

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JK Kenpo

(3)

“Just awesome, the time and dedication they give you is all you need”

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Lions den Martial Arts and Fitness

(46)

Skill
Muay Thai
Learn

“I believe through the gym you can order/purchase just about anything you may need, and although I personally didn't do this I know several who did and were satisfied with the quality of their gloves/etc.”

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Empire Defense & Fitness Inc

(50)

Skills
Muscles
Classes

“It is an excellent place to workout with the multiple people that come so you can workout with someone experienced to learn and grow, then to work out with not so experienced people to work on your technique to improve yourself.”

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Eddie Fyvie Jiu-Jitsu Academy

(49)

Professor
Classes
Learning

“All the instructors and students took the time to help me learn not only how the structure of the classes worked, but also took me aside one on one to demonstrate warm up drills and techniques and answered every question I had.”

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Brian Beaury Jiu Jitsu

(47)

Environment
Respectful
BJJ

“It's also an excellent place for women to train because not only is everyone respectful but there is a large group of women who train here and a women's only Jiujitsu class every week.”

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Atlas Jiu Jitsu

(49)

Learn
Mats
Train

“Not only do you get to learn from an absolute ox like Coach Ed who is an incredible dude in his own right but he creates an atmosphere that makes you wanna pull up to class, learn, roll and ultimately get better by training with quality partners and ...”

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Girl Fight Fitness

(41)

Environment
Nutritionist
Trainers

“I'm so grateful to Girl Fight for providing a safe space both for fitness and for mental and emotional support -- it's been a challenging year and knowing I have a place to come and safely release some pent-up emotions has been a true blessing.”

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Clobber Jiu Jitsu Academy

(20)

Environment
Practice
Facility

“As a female, I was very weary about where to join up, but I was encouraged to come and observe a class with no pressure to join or do much of anything but take it all in.”

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High Level Jiu Jitsu

(18)

Self Defense
Ability
Professors

“5 year ago me and my son started our Jiu Jitsu journey with High Level, our professors James and Matt are very professional and passionate about passing on there knowledge to everyone that comes through the door.”

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JucÃo

(8)

Environment
Train
Team

“This place has a very inviting culture for adult Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and kids class are such a great place for kids to learn self defense and make new friendships”

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Modern Self-Defense Academy

(1)

“Also the only place in upstate new York to find classes in Irish Stick Fighting , an amazing traditional Irish martial art using the Shillelagh.”

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Yogafruit Inc

(7)

Back
Injury
Mind

“Being a beginner it can be nerve racking not knowing what to expect but Amanda is a fabulous instructor who takes the time to explain everything without frustration.”

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Aikido School of Self Defense

(2)

“Extremely knowledgeable and professional, Rick Wolslayer provides comprehensive training and important tools to help you feel as prepared as possible for any given situation you may be confronted with and makes it fun and comfortable.”

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Dewey's Martial Arts of Rensselaer County

(2)

Technique
Shihan
To Learn

“My wife and I enrolled shortly after our children and it's become a family activity that we all look forward to throughout the week.”

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Victory Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

(3)

“I visited a few school prior to to making a decision.”

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Chon-Ji Defensive Arts

(3)

Instructor

“Always wanted to learn martial arts and at 55 years old I found the right class!”

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Kensho-Do Karate

“Kensho-Do Karate is located in Albany, NY at Siena College. Kensho-Do Karate is a program that evolved from the Siena College Karate Club back in the fall '92.”

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Saratoga Kyokushin & Alliance BJJ

(47)

Jiu-Jitsu
Respect
Learn

“Combat sport training environments are notoriously tough to keep clean due to the sweat equity that is left on the mats, however I have never had any issues because they are cleaned on a daily basis to avoid issues with ringworm, etc.”

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K2strong Krav Maga

(4)

“Whether you are training for an event or for your own well-being, you'll learn to be stronger and faster!”

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Matt Secor Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

(50)

Area
Team
Train

“The academy itself is immaculate and no matter what someone's goals may be…learning self defense, fitness and flexibility, competition, etc all the instructors and students can help make anyone the BEST VERSION OF THEMSELVES.”

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Team Jucão Cobleskill

(1)

“Great coaches with a family atmosphere.”

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Average Cost	$251
Minimum cost	$164
Maximum cost	$490
Avg Per Hour Rates	$66

Best Self-Defense Classes in Schenectady, NY

The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 127 vetted & reviewed in the Schenectady area.

Pai's Taekwondo

Mechelle's Way Tae Kwondo

Rotterdam Martial Arts

JK Kenpo

Lions den Martial Arts and Fitness

Empire Defense & Fitness Inc

Eddie Fyvie Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Brian Beaury Jiu Jitsu

Atlas Jiu Jitsu

Girl Fight Fitness

Clobber Jiu Jitsu Academy

High Level Jiu Jitsu

JucÃo

Modern Self-Defense Academy

Yogafruit Inc

Aikido School of Self Defense

Dewey's Martial Arts of Rensselaer County

Victory Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Chon-Ji Defensive Arts

Kensho-Do Karate

Saratoga Kyokushin & Alliance BJJ

K2strong Krav Maga

Matt Secor Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Team Jucão Cobleskill

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