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Animals MMA Yonkers

(43)

Skills
Kickboxing
Train

“Noticed ALOT of nicknames, unless some people actually named their kids SCARECROW or TITANIC me and my four children can't wait to start our jitsu journey there my only fault is that there is ONLY FIVE stars to rate them.”

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Proformance Combat Sports Center

(4)

“More importantly, he and his staff makes the client feel like they're part of the family.”

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American Olympic Karate of Yonkers

(3)

“My son has been a student here for almost 5yrs and looks forward to every class...”

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Self Defense & Personal Training

“Terrorism however, is not the only security issue confronting Americans in the 21st century. The frequency with which “Home Invasion” type robberies are occurring is soaring, as more and more Americans achieve a measure of affluence, making themselve...”

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ITC New York

(46)

Competitive
Fitness
Environment

“I would definitely recommend ITC to martial artists of all levels looking for a dojo to call home with instructors & training partners who will both challenge you and meet you with utmost patience, depending on what the moment calls for.”

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Elite Child Development Academy

(48)

“Under their guidance, our children have developed not only impressive physical skills, but also valuable life lessons in confidence, discipline, and perseverance.”

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Short self-defense courses listed for Yonkers, NY are spread across the 24 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: Yonkers, NY

4 of the 24 schools we list are based in Yonkers; the other 20 serve Yonkers from towns including New York (18 mi), Bronx (7 mi) and Queens (14 mi). 23 of the schools on this page have a rating, from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,881 reviews; 17 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), quality (93%) and communication (84%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "community". 1 is open around the clock; 22 are open on Saturdays and 12 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 16 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 2 are family- or locally-owned and 11 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the schools on this page; 19 publish a contact page; 21 list a public email and 11 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.

How do I get a course outline from schools listed for Yonkers?

By email, and 21 of the 24 schools here publish an address. Write with the group you have in mind, the room you can offer and what worries the group, then ask for a plan of the session. A school that replies with a price and nothing else has told you something.

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Rising Sun Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy

(33)

“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)

Attention
Instruction
Train

“Silver Fox is a great place to learn Jiu Jitsu, whether you're a teenager who is great at it, or a middle-aged woman who has never fought a day in her life.”

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Healthyfit For Women

(37)

Parking
Club
Trainers

“Fabulous instructors, attention to detail (classes geared for older active adults are scheduled mid-day), locker room amenities, cleanliness a priority; sensitivity to individual needs and a warm and welcoming community.”

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DP Martial Arts & Krav Maga Academy

(49)

“Even though I had been maintaining an active lifestyle over the course of the past year plus during the pandemic, I was a bit bored and didn't feel nearly as strong as I wanted to feel.”

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Modern Martial Arts

(25)

BJJ
MMA
Desk

“It's annoying because then you'd end up standing for a whole class or you get yourself a folded chair and put in the different spot but the only place to put the chair is in front of the men's room.”

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Master Jung's World Taekwondo

(50)

Individual
Program
Discipline

“I been attending karate for 3 years now and this has helped me to learn new skills to help me defend myself, against attacks by others and to help me maintain good health by doing various challenging activities to help me stay fit.”

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Fabulous & Fearless

(24)

Lessons
Tools
Self Defense

“I was a little nervous about doing a class through zoom, but within the few minutes of our session, I'd already learned more than I anticipated and by the end of it, I was thrilled with what she had taught me and felt way more confident in being able...”

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Remix MMA

(50)

Motivating
Grappling
Skills

“The professionalism and experience of the coaches here are top-notch, and I love the friendly atmosphere created by both the coaches and fellow attendees.”

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Bronx Jiu-Jitsu

(48)

“I couldn't find a better place for my children, they love going to Jiutjitusu, both they and I feel very good, the coaches are very professional, they know how to treat the children and everyone who attends there very well...”

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Paxibellum Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NYC

(50)

“Not many coaches or teachers would in one class simultaneously teach 3 different lessons to groups with varying ability and progress, but Chad always go the extra mile.”

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SD Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NYC

(49)

Belts
Culture
Train

“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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Taecole Tae Kwon Do & Fitness

(38)

Self Control
Learned
Parent

“Taecole has an excellent Tae Kwon Do program, a nice family atmosphere, and it is definitely one of the best places in NY to bring your children to train.”

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Marlon Colorado Brazilian Jiu Jitsu NYC

(48)

Feel
Class
Professor

“Several months back I was researching and searching for a new Jiu Jitsu school that offered classes during the morning and afternoon that would accommodate my work schedule.”

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Renzo Gracie Academy

(47)

MMA
Competitive
BJJ

“Also worth mentioning is the locker rooms and shower area is probably the biggest of the gyms in the city, an underrated amenity if you plan on training before or after work and need to be able to shower and change in a timely manner or have a locker...”

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Excel Martial Arts

(30)

“The instructors are friendly, motivating and very dedicated to helping their students develop martial arts skills, focus, discipline, confidence, and a strong moral character.”

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Fabio Clemente Studiox BJJ

(50)

Jiu-Jitsu
Professor
Train

“The instructors are world class, the classes themselves are well structured, and there's a huge comrodery amongst the members towards anyone who steps on the mat.”

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Range Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NYC

(49)

Technique
Sport
Classes

“The space is immaculate, the close oversight and individualized teaching from the professor is exceptional, and there is a fantastic group of people eager to learn and help each other out.”

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Ronin Athletics MMA NYC

(49)

Seminar
Women Empowerment
Combatives

“Although I recently transitioned to the “Master Cycle” program, I still try making his training classes in “Gracie Combatives” (when time allows), a must for those looking to hone those jiu jitsu skills, in my opinion.”

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Average Cost	$280
Minimum cost	$183
Maximum cost	$548
Avg Per Hour Rates	$74

Best Self-Defense Classes in Yonkers, NY

Animals MMA Yonkers

Proformance Combat Sports Center

American Olympic Karate of Yonkers

Self Defense & Personal Training

ITC New York

Elite Child Development Academy

Area overview: Yonkers, NY

Rising Sun Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy

Silver Fox Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy [saddle Brook]

Healthyfit For Women

DP Martial Arts & Krav Maga Academy

Modern Martial Arts

Master Jung's World Taekwondo

Fabulous & Fearless

Remix MMA

Bronx Jiu-Jitsu

Paxibellum Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NYC

SD Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NYC

Taecole Tae Kwon Do & Fitness

Marlon Colorado Brazilian Jiu Jitsu NYC

Renzo Gracie Academy

Excel Martial Arts

Fabio Clemente Studiox BJJ

Range Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NYC

Ronin Athletics MMA NYC

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