Springfield Fight Club
“I've been to many academy's or MMA gyms in general all over the country and this is a top notch school.”
Best Self-Defense Classes in Springfield, MO
10 schools listed · 6 in Springfield · 8 open weekends · all 10 rated 4.5+
Data verified November 7, 2026
We are still growing
There are too few quality options within 15 miles, so we have expanded area of coverage to up to 60 miles from you. This includes Springfield and several other cities.
Dunham's Martial Arts Training Center
“A big plus for me is that not only do they teach self defense but there is a focus on developing good character skills as well!”
F8 Training & Wellness Studio
“They do a great job explaining everything, answering questions, and equipping you with the skills you need to stay safe and control your fate.”
Infinity Martial Arts
“In fact, over the past year, I've seen several absolute beginners walk through the door, greeted with a warm welcome, and treated with respect.”
417 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Family first environment, and Glenn the head instructor/owner will absolutely give the shirt off his back and food from his plate to help others around.”
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Team Fusion Jiu-Jitsu & MMA
“I recommend that everyone give it a try as they offer free trial classes.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Springfield, MO are spread across the 10 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: Springfield, MO
6 of the 10 schools we list are based in Springfield; the other 4 serve Springfield from towns including Battlefield (6 mi), Ozark (9 mi) and Marshfield (23 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 871 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "community". 7 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 6 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 18 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 9 of the schools on this page; 8 publish a contact page and 4 list a public email. 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 Springfield?
By email, and 4 of the 10 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.
Dynasty Jiu Jitsu
“They keep their mats clean 24/7 with a great space for practicing with amazing rounds.”
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Springfield BJJ
“This program is about much more than learning the sport of jiu jitsu.”
Ozark Mountain Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“Wonderful teachers that truly care about what they are training, while also instilling discipline.”
Infinity Martial Arts of Bolivar
“Extremely knowledgeable, with NO EGOS, and you can tell they really love teaching BJJ for the love of sharing the art instead of love for the dollar.”
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