Tyler Kung Fu & Fitness
“It is not just a boxing class, it's a workout program that helps with strength training, balance and mobility.”
Best Self-Defense Classes in Tyler, TX
10 schools listed · 6 in Tyler · 1 open 24/7 · 5 open weekends · all 10 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 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 Tyler and several other cities.
Tyler Karate Academy
“They not only teach their students a long standing and traditional martial art, but also life skills like respect, honor, discipline, responsibility and self awareness.”
Ethos Jiu Jitsu and Martial Arts
“My 12 year old daughter has been going for almost 2 years now and absolutely loves it!”
Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense Tyler
“They take frequent pics to post and they have tried to help me figure out why I can't see their page but still can't.”
East Texas Krav Maga
“The material is very well explained to where kids and/or adults can learn it easy”
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Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Tyler
“My son is glad to listen and follow directions at home now, he responds with a yes mam or yes sir, and his self esteem has bloomed since he began his classes.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Tyler, TX 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: Tyler, TX
6 of the 10 schools we list are based in Tyler; the other 4 serve Tyler from Lindale (14 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 630 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 1 is open around the clock; 5 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 8 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 27 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 10 of the schools on this page; 8 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 4 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.
Do the schools on this page travel out to Tyler?
Many do. 6 of the 10 listed here sit in Tyler and the others are within 15 mi, which matters less in this category because the instructor usually comes to your room. Ask about travel before you rule out a school on the address alone.
Gracie Barra
“Self defense is what initially brought us to Gracie Barra for my 6 y/o, but it's so much more than that.”
Freedom Defense Training
“My son and I took Home Defense taught by Ray Barron and were very impressed with the quality and real world detail in every phase of the training.”
Precision Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“The atmosphere is contagious and every single person, from white to black are Phenomenal Humans.”
TST Martial Arts Academy USA
“My son's have been here for over a year now and we are so happy with the entire experience.”
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