The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 178 vetted & reviewed in the Waldorf area.
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Prominent finalists A-Z in Waldorf
3D Self Defense
American Martial Arts Gym
Beta Academy
Black Cat Jiu Jitsu
Estilo Jiu Jitsu
Evolveall
Fort Washington United
Full Circle Martial Arts Academy
Groundworks Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Jow Ga Shaolin Institute
KIDZ KICK
Krav Maga Northern Virginia
Lineage BJJ
N-Flux
Pagano BJJ
Potomac Kempo
Relentless MMA & Fitness
Scorpion Defense Training Group
Six Blades Jiu Jitsu Nova
Southern Maryland Martial Arts & Fitness
The Jiu-Jitsu Academy of Southern Maryland
The Worx by Maia Fitness
Yamasaki Academy Woodbridge
Yang’s Taekwondo
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American Martial Arts Gym
(47)
“Currently, I have two kids in the youth class, and I'm really impressed with how well the coaches teach my kids discipline and the necessary skills needed to be competitive.”
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3D Self Defense
(7)
Self-Defense
Skills
Learn
“ My 15-year old won 1st place in his very first sparring tournament after only 3 months of training with Shifu Bledsoe and my wife and I have greatly enhanced our 12+ years of martial arts experience with the techniques and principals taught at 3D...”
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Kidz Kick
(5)
Discipline
“The kids learn a lot and is taught discipline and respect for themselves as well as others.”
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Scorpion Defense Training Group
(48)
Awareness Training, Forms, Personal Training
“He is the type of instructor who not only teaches you but also educate you to help you understand your weakness and Turing them into your strength to improves your shooting.”
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Black Cat Jiu Jitsu
(50)
Area
Understanding
Competitor
“He also offers a discounted rate if you chose to only attend the women's only class, so I would encourage anyone to come try it out if you wanted to learn how to defend yourself or just be a little more active”
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The Worx by Maia Fitness
(48)
Accountability
Plan
Motivating
“During my recent six weeks challenge, I gained discipline, learned to count my calories and eat better, and most importantly, I learned to push myself into attaining a healthier lifestyle.”
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Six Blades Jiu Jitsu Nova
(44)
Learn
Mats
BJJ
“As for the people who train here - positive attitudes all around, zero egos, and an environment where everyone is eager to learn from one another, regardless of rank or experience.”
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The Jiu-Jitsu Academy of Southern Maryland
(25)
General Contracting
“We primarily train with Beau on Saturdays in his "fundamentals class", which I highly recommend if you are new to the sport- he is a great instructor and a great all around guy.”
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Fort Washington United
(17)
Grade Level
Summer Camp
Self Defense
“This summer camp also prepared him for the social aspects of kindergarten (eating lunch, playing with others, transitions to different activities, keeping up with your personal items, etc.”
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Potomac Kempo
(20)
Well-Being
Mental
Class
“Gary and his team of instructors have done an excellent job patiently instructing and training my boys in Kempo, self discipline, and respect for other.”
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Southern Maryland Martial Arts & Fitness
(20)
People
Fee
Mats
“It also boasts a large area for martial arts, boxing, multiple heavy bag stations, classes included with the nominal $25 a month fee, no initiation or membership fee, month-to-month/no contract, and changing rooms with showers.”
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Pagano BJJ
(13)
Mats
Jiu Jitsu
Knowledge
“Regardless of your background - brand new to the sport or a seasoned black beltch - you will be hard pressed to find a better environment with a balance of welcoming and first-class grappling instruction.”
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Yang's Taekwondo
(6)
Learn
“Yang is the best instructor with the kids since he had two of his own.”
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Krav Maga Northern Virginia
(15)
Train
Know
Learn
“I'll be honest - before I joined Krav Maga, I didn't have any other background in martial arts; because of that, i was little hesitant in trying this place out at first.”
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Yamasaki Academy Woodbridge
(50)
Judo
Learn
Train
“Our class of ten individuals had a half dozen different instructors sharing their expertise on a variety of important topics for those looking to carry a firearm concealed in Virginia.”
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N-Flux
(49)
Krav Maga
Community
Learn
“Being able to do something extremely well and also being able to teach that skill to others is not easy; yet both of them are highly accomplished in international competition, and have a gift for teaching and passing on their skill to others.”
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Groundworks Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(49)
Travel
Mats
Atmosphere
“Dropped in here in February while in town on a work trip, very welcoming, easy to communicate with beforehand, awesome atmosphere to train in, fun instruction and trained to my level and energy.”
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Jow Ga Shaolin Institute
(7)
Request a Lion/Dragon Dance, Online Payments, Online Store
“Much much more than “just another”martial arts school.”
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Relentless MMA & Fitness
(50)
Shape
BJJ
Combat
“The classes are well paced and very informative, with a fun group of regular attendees who make learning the fighting styles more approachable and less embarrassing when you don't get it right away.”
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Evolveall
(50)
“Evolve All has helped me grow in confidence about my physical abilities and my ability to defend myself, which is reassuring for a small girl who gets off work at 1am in downtown DC.”
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Beta Academy
(49)
Community
Travel
Facility
“Nakapan is well respected in the community and probably the best guy to teach you how to fight in the area by offering legit jiu jitsu and muay thai programs.”
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Estilo Jiu Jitsu
(49)
Learn
Skill
Environment
“Moreover, he focuses on helping you improve your own unique style of jiu jitsu; he recognizes that each student has their own goals, physical limitations, and personality that they express when rolling.”
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Lineage BJJ
(50)
“Jiu Jitsu has brought so many unexpected benefits into my life, and if it can work for me, I have no doubt that it can work for you too, regardless of who you are or whatever perceived limitations that you might feel about it.”
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Full Circle Martial Arts Academy
(49)
Environment
Self-Defense
Atmosphere
“I am in my third week of 6 - GM Scott's VIP Last Resort Tactics Training and I am blown away at what He has taught me thus far… not just physical skills from the Art, but mental control as well… this program is worth every dime.”
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