The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 126 vetted & reviewed in the Taylor area.
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Prominent finalists A-Z in Taylor
Allegiance Jiu Jitsu
Ambrose Academy of Wing Chun
College of Martial Arts
Detroit Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Downriver Jiu-Jitsu & Fitness
Elite Jiu-Jitsu
Elite Tactical Defense
Family Self Defense Center
Fresh Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Gracie Barra Novi
Japan Center of Martial Arts
Japanese Martial Arts Academy
Japanese Martial Arts Center
Krav Maga Detroit
Krav Maga Great Lakes
Monroe Jiu Jitsu
New Edge Martial Arts
Quest Martial Arts
Renzo Gracie Troy
Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy of Michigan
Tecumseh Jiu Jitsu
Ursa Academy
Victorious MMA
Voyage Martial Arts
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Detroit Jiu-Jitsu Academy
(48)
Mats
Area
Facility
“The sense of brotherhood between everyone involved is awesome too, everybody there wants to see their peers succeed and get better, which is hard to come by.”
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Downriver Jiu-Jitsu & Fitness
(49)
Community
Team
Competitive
“I recently came to downriver jiu jitsu after training at another gym and being unsatisfied with the quality of instruction and technique being taught, and I couldn't be happier with the change.”
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Ambrose Academy of Wing Chun
(11)
Learning
Adults
System
“I myself joined the adult class 3 months ago and can attest from my troubled past, street fighting and past history of okinowan karate that WING CHUN DO is the greatest self defense system on the plant!!”
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Elite Jiu-Jitsu
(13)
Atmosphere
Skill
Environment
“I've been in multiple schools in the states and around the world, this school provides top notch training in a family atmosphere with a very affordable price.”
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Japanese Martial Arts Academy
(16)
Dojo
Skilled
Aikido
“Most kids learning in Karate but my daughter enjoy Aikido which is not any kid like her age study, she likes women's instructions ( sorry I don't know her name), she is a warm, kind instructor, my daughter will be sad if she is not in class.”
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Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy of Michigan
(11)
Knowledge
People
Learn
“I went for my first time a few days ago and it was a very welcoming group of people and also the instructors were very good and you could tell knew what they were doing.”
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Gracie Barra Novi
(47)
Professor
Feel
Muay Thai
“Highly recommend checking this place out if you are looking to learn self defense, challenge yourself, or are simply looking to improve your fitness level.”
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New Edge Martial Arts
(3)
“You can train as many times a week in group classes as you want for one set tuition, which sets it apart from other martial arts studios I've looked into.”
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Krav Maga Detroit
(50)
Fitness
Motivating
Self Defense
“Welcoming environment, hands on teaching, and highly skilled staff makes KMD a must do for someone who is looking for practical self defense and a killer work out.”
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Victorious MMA
(48)
Classes
Veterans
Fitness
“Respect is number one here which really stood out to me during my first class and the camaraderie between everyone in the facility is absolutely amazing.”
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Krav Maga Great Lakes
(43)
Knowledge
Train
Goals
“The gym set-up is nice; video monitors to help improve movement at most of the bags, equipment is clean and in great condition, knowledgeable instructors.”
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Allegiance Jiu Jitsu
(49)
Muay Thai Boxing, Fitness Bootcamp, Kickboxing
“Especially for any girls who are reading this and are interested, definitely come check us out - the guys and girls here treat everyone as an equal and won't go easy on you, but will teach you every step along the way 👍🏼💪🏼”
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Ursa Academy
(46)
“As someone who never did any real sports before training at URSA, I was welcomed into a supportive environment where I met wonderful people, some of who have become life long friends.”
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Apex Jiu-Jitsu
(49)
Mat
Team
Muay Thai
“Professor Joe is an amazing instructor with tons of bjj experience and runs an excellent academy for any one of any age looking to practice jiu jitsu for any reason.”
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College of Martial Arts
(47)
“We're so proud of how hard our girl Ava is working and are very appreciative of the team who works with her to help her on her journey to being a Black Belt!”
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Japanese Martial Arts Center
(40)
Iaido: the Way of the Sword, Along With Protective Armour Are Used
“They are world class instructors with training/education/experience that is (as far as I could find in their respective arts) unmatched anywhere in the Midwest (if not outside Japan!”
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Voyage Jiu Jitsu
(29)
Couple
Atmosphere
Adult
“The Voyage instructors have a high knowledge base through decades of training and application through competition within the disciplines of BJJ, Muay Thai, and Wrestling.”
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Monroe Jiu Jitsu
(34)
Atmosphere
Train
Belt
“Using the knowledge I learned from MJJ I was able to get 2-1 grip, pulled him into me and did a body lock type of take down and my guys jumped into help!”
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Fresh Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(36)
Martial Arts, Children Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“My daughter has been attending the kid's Jiu Jitsu class twice a week for almost a year now, and it's insane how much she has improved socially and with more discipline.”
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Elite Tactical Defense
(14)
Police Officer
Informative
Course
“Vila is excellent with his teachings and i would recommended him to anybody who wants to learn the right way with no shortcuts, after all in a life threatning situations his teachings will help you and your family stay alive.”
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Quest Martial Arts
(13)
World Class Martial Arts, Life Skills Enhancement, Children's Classes Starting at Age 3
“I have learned many invaluable self defense skills, and improved my confidence and self discipline greatly in the year I have been taking classes there.”
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Tecumseh Jiu Jitsu
(15)
Area
Windsor
Environment
“Ribeiro jui jitsu is a clean and well organized training facility, they teach advanced moves to all and incorporate it in ways to help you understand them better, you will never leave a class not understanding what you learned that day.”
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Japan Center of Martial Arts
(6)
Students
Happy
“This dojo is an awesome place to study the arts and disciplines, and to learn other life lessons, such as being humble, and take care of yourself with integrity and much more.”
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Family Self Defense Center
“Family Self Defense Centers teach Isshinryu karate to students of all ages and abilities, starting at age 5. Our school helps students learn karate; self defense; discipline; team work; leadership; and dedication. Our martial arts classes are conveni...”
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