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Martial Arts and More of Wilmington
“They frequently offer Parents Night Out events, so parents can drop off the kids for lots of fun so the parents can have a date night or a quiet night in.”
Best Self-Defense Classes in Wilmington, NC
15 schools listed · 7 in Wilmington · 1 open 24/7 · 10 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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The Jiu Jitsu Institute
- Facility
- Mats
- BJJ
“A perfect place to begin learning Jujitsu with an amazingly well trained instructor, Gil, who's extremely helpful and understanding for all who enter.”
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Paragon of Jiu Jitsu
- Instruction
- Accountability
- Environment
“Fast forward a year and I've since been getting training from the coaches at Paragon in the art of Brazilian jiu jitsu (by the way jiu jitsu is not a breed of dog).”
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Port City Sports Performance
- Equipment
- Seminar
- Atmosphere
“I absolutely loved my time at PCSP - coming from collegiate athletics it was difficult to find a similar atmosphere but PCSP matched that above and beyond.”
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Epoch BJJ
- Skills
- Self Defense
- Environment
“They cater to everyone, so whether you're looking for self defense skills, a good workout, or want to compete in jiu jitsu tournaments, they'll take care of you.”
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Wolfs den Self Defense Academy
Short self-defense courses listed for Wilmington, NC are spread across the 15 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: Wilmington, NC
7 of the 15 schools we list are based in Wilmington; the other 8 serve Wilmington from towns including Fayetteville (87 mi), Hampstead (16 mi) and Burgaw (24 mi). 14 of the schools on this page have a rating, from 4.7 to 5.0 across 556 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (79%), professionalism (76%) and communication (42%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "confidence". 1 is open around the clock; 10 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 5 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 19 years. We have a website on file for 14 of the schools on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 3 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.
Which course providers listed for Wilmington describe their courses online?
14 of the 15 cards carry a website link. Look for a real outline, who teaches, and who the course is for. Stock photography of a woman throwing a man in a white studio is not an outline, and schools that keep their content vague are often selling the same session to every audience.
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Shaolin Martial Arts Academy
“Traditional mma (Shaolin Kung fu, Wing Chun, Hung Gar, etc).”
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Crest Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
- Environment
- Knowledge
- BJJ
“Each class is conducted so that a Day 1 person can participate and understand, as well as enabling those with moderate or extensive experience to fill in capability and knowledge gaps to advance their skillset.”
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Lion's Crest Martial Arts
“Not only do our children learn the discipline that goes along with Martial Arts, they are also encouraged to always be respectful, treat others as they wish to be treated and lead by example.”
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Dosher Fitness & Martial Arts
- Vacation
- BJJ
“I was very happy to see folks warming up with technical movements and notebooks on hand right before class and as soon as i saw they were willing to hit a wrist lock on a failing omaplata and laugh at the villainy of their own actions, i knew i was i...”
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Groundstone Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“With the brilliant minds and expertise of Professor Tulsa, Coach Bianca, and esteemed coaches, they guarantee that their students receive unparalleled training and guidance.”
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Crush Kickboxing
- Classes
- Adult
- Skill
“I had the opportunity to train the most attentive, well-mannered and best children in the world, thanks to their parents for their excellent upbringing!”
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Nous Defions 001
- Mats
- Skill
- Home
“If you're a seasoned practitioner like myself looking to hone your skills and get some good rolls or a beginner looking to get started, you'll have an awesome time.”
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Sgro Combatives
- Karate
- Prices
- Discipline
“This is not a school where belts will just be handed out; these kids work for it, and he never asks them to do something he knows they aren't ready for.”
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Garami Jiu Jitsu Cape Fear
- Train
- Adults
- Skills
“My game has grown so much in the short time I've known him; he takes an individual approach to each of us, and helps us build competent strategies that match our body types.”
Self-Defense Training Services in Wilmington, NC Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$179
Maximum cost
$535
National Average
$274
Avg Per Hour Rates
$72
$238
$369
Typical price range is based on 499 cost profiles
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