Shaolin Center of Seattle
“The material at the Seattle Shaolin Center is vast and diverse, and the instruction is detailed and inspiring.”
Best Self-Defense Classes near Shoreline, WA
1 of these schools is based in Shoreline; the others serve Shoreline from towns including Seattle (9 mi), Lynnwood (5 mi) and Kirkland (8 mi).
14 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Oom Yung Doe
“With a focus on discipline and self-confidence, but also fun this studio provides a fantastic opportunity for children to learn and grow.”
Ballard Jiu Jitsu
“Would highly recommend if anyone is interested in jiu jitsu, this is a great place to get started .”
Gracie Barra Kirkland
“Professor Josh and Coach Solange put so much thought, care and effort into every single detail when it comes to running a friendly, safe, and competitive environment.”
Mat Chess Mixed Martial Arts
“Very friendly and knowledgeable place to train a very good workout and class structure.”
Sleeper Jiu Jitsu
“Cindy is a legend in the sport, and even though I've been training for close to 20 years, it became very apparent why she's a legend in the game.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Shoreline, WA are spread across the 15 cards on this page. Who each course is aimed at, where it runs and how often it repeats comes from the school itself, with ratings drawn from public reviews.
Area overview: Shoreline, WA
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 1,412 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "community" and "confidence". 13 are open on Saturdays and 7 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 11 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 33 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 10 list a public email and 5 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
How do I get a course outline from schools listed for Shoreline?
By email, and 10 of the 15 schools here publish an address. Write with the group you have in mind, the room you can offer and what worries the group, then ask for a plan of the session. A school that replies with a price and nothing else has told you something.
Marcelo Alonso BJJ
“World class instruction, incredibly welcoming atmosphere and a diverse stable of training partners.”
MKG Martial Arts
“As someone who never did but was always interested in martial arts, MKG Seattle was the perfect environment for me to explore many different arts at once.”
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Praxis Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“The trainer is great, and so are all the people you train with.”
Seattle Tae Kwon Do
“Taking Tae Kwon Do has helped him with his confidence, his energy levels, and even his sleep!”
Family Black Belt Academy
“A top-tier martial arts school in Seattle run by highly competent black belts who will make a major difference in your kids' lives.”
Self Defense Seattle
“I learned a ton over the course of the session, and walked out with increased confidence in my ability to ensure my personal safety.”
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Mukilteo Team Sauer
“My kids confidence and her ability to speak up for herself has shot through the roof!”
Renzo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Seattle
“Your training partners will quickly become teammates, and the coaches, Fred and Josh, have a way of making you feel welcome and push yourself to reach your potential.”
Northwest Jiu Jitsu Academy
“As a former high school wrestler, I found the transition into BJJ to be very intuitive, it feels like an extension of my wrestling background.”
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