The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 172 vetted & reviewed in the Union area.
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Prominent finalists A-Z in Union
Bad Ass Academy
Camal and Cruz Judo and Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Elijah Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: BJJ
Elite Child Development Academy
Fabulous & Fearless
Game Theory Fitness
Gleason’s Gym
K.S. Tae Kwon Do Academy of Union
Legacy Boxing and Fitness LLC
Master Curry Karate Jujutsu Ryu️️️️️
NJ United Mixed Martial Arts
Park Slope Academy of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Paxibellum Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NYC
Procel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Remix MMA
Renzo Gracie Academy
Rising Sun Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
SD Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NYC
Silver Fox Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy [saddle Brook]
Staten Island Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/Mma
System of Combat NJ
Valdez Institute Of Self Defense
Workshop NYC Muay Thai & Jiujitsu
X-Fit Boxing
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X-Fit Boxing
(49)
“It's always refreshing when you find a coach/trainer that has BOTH knowledge of, and passion for, what they're teaching, and still knows how to make it FUN!”
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K.S. Tae Kwon Do Academy of Union
(20)
“I love this place,since i was 5 i had started to have more confidence for what i do, and the masters bring lots of joy , i have to rate this a 5 not because i am in the taekwondo but because it brings joy and lots of respect for all of us .”
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Camal and Cruz Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
(30)
Train
Respect
Patience
“We brought our daughter to camal judo when she was 4 years old and she has learned so much from Sensi Camal in these past 3 years, she just started jiu jitsu a Few weeks ago with Sensi Cruz and it has helped her improve a lot both Sensis have so much...”
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Valdez Institute Of Self Defense
(23)
Son
Adults
Teach
“The Valdez training method is a unique method that is fun challenging and a personalized designed to improve the conditioning flexibility strength and vitality of the body.”
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Elijah Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: BJJ
(13)
Learn
Atmosphere
Train
“The training creed he holds himself to and instills in his students is honorable and, as someone who has trained in many different BJJ schools across the country, is quite rare.”
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System of Combat NJ
(7)
Systema
Understanding
Confidence
“First off I want to say in my opinion Female need Jim Teaching the most, he teaches us different efficient and most of all simple techniques to defend ourselves.”
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Game Theory Fitness
(8)
BJJ
Skills
“Andrew is a great coach with a private studio to focuses on any aspect of MMA - I've been training Catch Wrestling for 6 months now and have seen huge improvements”
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Elite Child Development Academy
(48)
“The attention, dedication, patience, respect and affection you show towards my little daughter who is learning with you, is truly something that should be highlighted, everything is perfect.”
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Park Slope Academy of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
(46)
Martial Arts, Classes Service
“If you are on the fence about getting into the sport and not sure of what gym to join, this place is definitely your choice as a catch-all utilitarian grappling gym.”
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Rising Sun Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
(33)
Rsa Has Programs For Kids, Teens and Adults
“The school is home to several black belts and many high ranking competitors that give anyone stepping on the mats several different perspectives to bjj as both a competitive hobby and a martial art used for self defense.”
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Silver Fox Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy [saddle Brook]
(50)
Team
Instruction
Mats
“The atmosphere is incredibly friendly and inviting, and the instructors are highly skilled while honing in on each and every students' individual needs and attention.”
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Fabulous & Fearless
(24)
Informative
Tools
Workshop
“Practicing awareness and how to change habits to keep us safer was key to learn, and what I loved most was that the moves she taught were straightforward and easy to remember.”
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Remix MMA
(50)
Train
Grappling
Feel
“The head instructor Danny is a savant in martial arts having black belts and competed in several arts including jiu jitsu, boxing and mma at the highest level.”
“My son loves going to school… he is more eager to learn, is more confident in himself, he loves going to karate and giving his all, especially with grappling, and has made life long friends and dojo sisters and brothers.”
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Paxibellum Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NYC
(50)
“A lot of BJJ places I've visited always had this weird, cult-ish vibe to them, but Chad does an amazing job at making the place seem like a community.”
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Bad Ass Academy
(49)
Working Out
Instagram
Goals
“I was happy to see the fitness diversity of the cadets, how the classes are ran, the level of engagement of instructors, and more importantly the extent to which they pushed me to go beyond my comfort zone.”
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SD Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NYC
(49)
Instruction
Culture
Game
“And just a great training vibe, everyone is friendly and welcoming, good rolls at all belt levels, with enough training partners to get plenty of variety but not so many that you're just a face in the crowd.”
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NJ United Mixed Martial Arts
(49)
Shape
Life
Atmosphere
“• The academy also runs a wonderful kids program where they not only learn the art of jiu jitsu but also help develop a multitude of character building skills.”
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Legacy Boxing and Fitness LLC
(49)
Feeling
Life
Organized
“My son is very shy and has a history of being bullied and he came out of there after one hour he was feeling very motivated to continue going and joining legacy”
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Gleason's Gym
(47)
Wrestling
Sweat
Temple
“Very well located in the Brooklyn District of NYC, accessible to the public, free entry, a place where great boxing legends, such as Mike Tyson, spent their time, there is a small souvenir shop, perfect for taking lots of photos.”
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Renzo Gracie Academy
(47)
Class
Competitive
Home
“They have the best professors in the game who compete regularly themselves and who are gracious when helping out their students collectively and individually.”
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Workshop NYC Muay Thai & Jiujitsu
(50)
“Jin, Giana, and Rich are also all the best coaches and very cool and sweet; if they're ever hard on you during class, it's because they want you to reach your full potential.”
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Procel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
(50)
Self-Defense
Passion
Atmosphere
“Class is conducted so that learning and discipline are important but the kids are having real fun, and that's crucial in this age group (5-7year old).”
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Staten Island Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/Mma
(50)
Classes
Grappling
Confidence
“( marks achievements off the matts are something i think is what makes them excellent teachers, he has achieved high ranks through hard work within his field of work in the fdny )this type of hard work and determination shows on the mats and in th...”
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Self Defense Training Services in Union, NJ Cost Estimates