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Hot Brass Firearm & Bow Range
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Best Self-Defense Classes near Springfield, MA
These schools serve Springfield from nearby bases in towns including West Springfield, East Longmeadow and Agawam.
10 schools listed · all 10 open weekends · all 10 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Sento Mixed Martial Arts Academy
“This school reflects the deepest commitment to its students desires to be strong and decent people.”
Massachusetts Taekwondo Academy
“Great instructors, they helped me learn a lot of self defense and striking.”
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Springfield MA
“Great group of guys, great mat space if your looking for good rolls or just getting into the sport of ju jitsu look no further”
Northampton Karate
“They have inspired confidence and grace in our teen meeting her where she is and pushing her gently to reach ever higher.”
Sensei Richards School of Self Defense Branch of Sensei Hamzys
Short self-defense courses listed for Springfield, MA 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, MA
The 10 schools on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 349 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (88%), value (75%) and professionalism (72%). All 10 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 4 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 53 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for all 10 of the schools on this page; 4 publish a contact page; 9 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; 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 9 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.
Shaolin Kung Fu Center of Hadley
“I also appreciated taking a class myself and that the instructors helped work around my injuries and limitations.”
The Hive Women's Empowerment Center
“If you are looking for a fun and engaging time I highly recommend The Hive Women's Empowerment Center!”
IPD Jiujitsu and Fitness
“Todd is an amazing teacher, the techniques / explanations are on point, the atmosphere and people are very welcoming.”
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Kobukai Jujitsu
“My wife and I have been going for almost 2 years and we love it.”
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