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Infight Martial Arts School in Coquitlam
- Adult
- Skills
- Atmosphere
“Best of all, classes are divided by age groups, but mixed with different belts/rankings; thereby allowing you to experience, watch and grow at your pace.”
Best Self-Defence Classes in Coquitlam, BC
24 schools listed · 6 in Coquitlam · 22 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Legacy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
- Adults
- Technique
- Family
“And when you sometimes get to stand in the doorway and hear Ramtin's positive messaging and encouragement, and his wise approach when working with children and the way he builds the skills - it all makes perfect sense why the kids love it so much, an...”
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Excel Martial Arts Coquitlam
- Work
- Parents
- Learn
“This place is amazing for staying fit and learning what it takes to be a martial artist as the instructors and team are highly skilled and are very kind people.”
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Clinch MMA
- Doors
- Competitive
- Train
“If your thinking about joining, just do it and you will be surprised by the amount of growth you undergo but also support from a great team and fellow members training around you.”
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Titan Training Centre
- Classes
- Atmosphere
- MMA
“So far, so good started going today, kinda expensive, but everything is these days, worth it for the high quality coaching and nice facility with two big rooms for Muay Thai, boxing and jiu jitsu.”
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Yongho Hapkido Martial Arts Academy
- Confidence
- Summer Camp
- Values
“She and other instructors have demonstrated all these wonderful qualities in class and I truly appreciate their professionalism in martial arts instruction!!”
Short self-defence courses listed for Coquitlam, BC 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: Coquitlam, BC
6 of the 24 schools we list are based in Coquitlam; the other 18 serve Coquitlam from towns including Vancouver (23 km), Burnaby (13 km) and Port Coquitlam (3 km). The schools on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 2,839 reviews; 21 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (95%), quality (83%) and communication (77%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "confidence". 21 are open on Saturdays and 13 on Sundays. 11 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 21 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 1 lists 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 6 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 enrol.
Which course providers listed for Coquitlam describe their courses online?
All 24 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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Gracie Barra Port Coquitlam
“Most recently my wife and I have also joined the family and although we may be sore we both left with a smile and a better understanding of this martial art.”
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True North Jiu Jitsu Academy
- Atmosphere
- Mat
“I was introduced to true North jiu jitsu because I was impressed with giacomo's competition success and his ability to pass on his knowledge and experience.”
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Hero Academy
“Great, friendly environment that gives you the opportunity to cover different aspects of your training with strength & conditioning classes to compliment your Muay thai or BJJ training”
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Pacific Top Team Vancity
- Space
- Compete
- Facility
“The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable in both Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu; whether you are looking to compete, get fit, or casually learn self defense, this gym can deliver.”
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North Vancouver Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“The instructors, Marc and Liz, and all the NVBJJ team, are truly amazing individuals who not only possess a wealth of knowledge but also have a genuine passion for teaching.”
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Budo Martial Arts
- Check
- Mats
- Learn
“The lessons I've learned at Budo extend far beyond martial arts; it has taught me so much more and has helped build my character and helped me become a better person.”
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Vndl Jiu-Jitsu
- Mats
- Competitive
- Community
“Overall, VNDL Jiu Jitsu stands out not only for its exceptional training but also for its commitment to building a community centered around respect, growth, and passion for the sport.”
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Alliance Vancouver Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
- People
- Class
- Train
“From the kids classes to the adults, beginners to advanced, Alliance truly offers world class tuition and will make you feel at home the moment you walk in the door.”
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Infinity Mixed Martial Arts
- Feel
- Goals
- BJJ
“I highly recommend this gym to anyone that wants to do martial arts, either if you're just starting out or if you already have experience and want to take your skills to the next level!”
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Gracie Barra New Westminster Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Culture
- Safety
- Train
“I have been training at GBNW now for 6 months and from the moment that I walked in I felt welcome by Professor Raz, his friendly supportive coaching team and students.”
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Gfteam Canada Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Whether you're a beginner, an experienced practitioner, or a parent looking for a great martial arts program for your child, GFTeam Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Burnaby is the place to be.”
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Bateson's Martial Arts
- Character
- Shy
- Family
“As trained Behaviour Interventionists, Bateson's has helped him throughout the years with his executive functioning, focusing on self control, having a calm mind and a calm body.”
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Aries Martial Arts & Kickboxing Surrey
- Atmosphere
- Motivating
- Confidence
“You book your classes online so there is a record of who is attending, everybody maintains a safe distance from others and the equipment is regularly sanitized after each use.”
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Metro Performance Taekwondo Studio
- Summer Camps
- Motivating
- Respect
“As someone who has gone to Metro for quite some time, I can definitely say that the instructors are enthusiastic about teaching and happy to help anyone in need.”
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West Coast Martial Arts
- Kickboxing
- Professional
- Jujitsu
“BUT if you want cardio while you learn how to throw a REAL PUNCH and a POWERFUL KICK with those glorious legs your mama gave you, learn from actual Muay Thai coaches at West Coast Martial Arts.”
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Marcus Soares Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
- Carlson Gracie
- Knowledge
- Train
“He has extensive and comprehensive knowledge earned through experience in competitive Bjj and from years of experience as an instructor, mentor, coach and master, and he learned personally from the very best, the originals.”
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Gracie Barra West Vancouver
- Knowledge
- Son
- Environment
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, Coach Josh's unwavering commitment to your growth ensures that you'll reach new heights in your Jiujitsu journey.”
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DCS
- Showers
- Fighters
- Fun
“The instructors are knowledgeable, kind, patient, and take the time to help grow their learner's skills, while also providing a fun and challenging environment.”
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