Ground-Up Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“I cannot think of a better place for a father to have his daughter go and learn Self discipline, self-respect, and self-defense.”
Best Self-Defense Classes near Yuba City, CA
2 of these schools are based in Yuba City; the others serve Yuba City from towns including Oroville (26 mi), Rocklin (31 mi) and Penn Valley (23 mi).
8 open weekends · all 10 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Yuba City Kuk Sool Won
“I felt like i actually learned something in just the one class, which i didn't expect.”
John Island Boxing & Development
“It is really a great place for students to learn strength and gain confidence.”
Phoenix Jiu-Jitsu
“I've tried training here a few times, and have always had a ton of fun!”
Protection Plus Tactics
“She runs the CCW program and is always available to answer questions with such a positive outlook.”
Hikari Ryuza Center
“Being under two wonderful teachers I couldn't ask for a better program.”
Short self-defense courses listed for Yuba City, CA 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: Yuba City, CA
The 10 schools on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 730 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 8 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 7 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 27 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 10 of the schools on this page; 7 publish a contact page; 5 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.
Do the schools on this page travel out to Yuba City?
Many do. 2 of the 10 listed here sit in Yuba City and the others are within 35 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.
Cultivate Power Fighting Arts
“Our family is incredibly thankful to Cultivate Power for making positive investments in our son that are helping him to overcome difficulties on and off the mat.”
Mattime
“He has an incredible ability to connect with young athletes while creating a fun, positive, and structured environment for them to learn and grow.”
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Oroville Jiu Jitsu Academy
“I've heard many great things about our Sensei Ira Daughtery and his commitment to all who are interested in learning and looking for a life changing experience that will keep you coming back.”
Gold Country Jiu Jitsu
“Each small progression you make is incredibly valuable, and while it's definitely a challenge, it is very mentally and physically invigorating.”
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