The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 57 vetted & reviewed in the Kelowna area.
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Prominent finalists A-Z in Kelowna
Alliance Jiu-Jitsu
Alliance Vancouver Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Aries Martial Arts & Kickboxing
Bateson’s Martial Arts
Budo Martial Arts
Budō Jiu-Jitsu Team
DCS
Gracie Barra Lake Country
Gracie Barra New Westminster Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Gracie Barra North Vancouver
Hero Academy
Infinity Mixed Martial Arts
Kelowna Martial Arts Centre
Kelowna Womens Kickboxing & Self-Defense
Lake Country Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Lions MMA
North Vancouver Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Pacific Top Team Martial Arts Kelowna
Pacific Top Team Vancity
Pacific Top Team West Kelowna
Preta Academy
Pure Self Defense
RDC Jiu Jitsu Academy
Vndl Jiu-Jitsu
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RDC Jiu Jitsu Academy
(11)
“Loved my experience here and recommend it to anyone wanting to get into mma or jiu jitsu and or anyone who is already a professional and wants to train hard.”
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Alliance Jiu-Jitsu
(50)
“Although the class was multi-levelled, I was encouraged to go at my own pace and was positively supported throughout the entire class (not feeling comfortable with the end of class sparring I chose to watch and felt like it was completely acceptable ...”
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Pacific Top Team Martial Arts Kelowna
(43)
Muay Thai
Feel
Class
“The coaches and management have been great to make opportunities for our kids with my oldest daughter joining the instructor team and our girls going into Thai Boxing and JJ tournaments.”
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Preta Academy
(27)
Techniques
Mat
Passion
“Not only did we see our girls learn and improve physically but professors Kirman & Hayden have really instilled a discipline, feeling of self confidence and pride in them.”
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Pacific Top Team West Kelowna
(23)
Tournaments
Skill
Jiu Jitsu
“My kids have been training here for a year and have improved their skill set immensely due to the well planned structure of the classes, mini tournaments and open mats.”
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Pure Self Defense
(14)
Learn
Self Defence
“Obviously, more time with Andy would be necessary to perfect skills, but the girls finished the session feeling empowered with some basic skills to defend themselves should they be caught in vulnerable circumstances.”
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Kelowna Womens Kickboxing & Self-Defense
“Because in 3 months when you turn around and look at yourself that 1% isn't so small anymore. It all adds up, what are you building for your future self to look back on?”
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Kelowna Martial Arts Centre
(10)
“I've trained in martial arts for almost 13 years and I can tell you from personal experience that Kelowna Martial Arts Center is one of the top clubs in all of BC.”
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Gracie Barra Lake Country
(20)
Confidence
Fun
Skill
“The extra confidence that she is gaining from practising Jui jitsu will be with her for the rest of her life and she always comes home with a smile on her face!”
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Lake Country Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
(8)
“It's a great place to learn self defense, fitness and the martial art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.”
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Hero Academy
(50)
“Initially, we had a particularly delicate situation with one other participant (a complete coincidence), and Jamie, Meego, coaches and instructors have handled this with the highest level of professionalism.”
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Budō
(50)
Environment
Kickboxing
Classes
“All the instructors are competent and knowledgeable as you would expect, but what really makes this place shine is that they really understand the importance of maintaining a friendly, welcoming, and safe environment to train at.”
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North Vancouver Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(50)
“1st step into the class, I felt the family warmth, students care about each other, especially for the new comers, instructors paired them with experienced and know-how students, then they will be well taken care of.”
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Vndl Jiu-Jitsu
(50)
Atmosphere
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gi
Fun
“I have witnessed Vndl Jiu-Jitsu evolve from its conceptualization as a modernized approach to grappling and a promising business idea to its imminent fifth year, now standing as a thriving and well-established gym in Richmond, BC.”
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Budo Martial Arts
(50)
Learn
Shape
Respect
“I used to send my kids to another gym, they were adamant on us buying their merchandise such as Gi and rash guard, was charged a premium monthly fee, and the instructor shorted students class time almost on a daily basis.”
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Pacific Top Team Vancity
(48)
Facility
Compete
Classes
“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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Alliance Vancouver Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(48)
Train
People
Team
“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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Bateson's Martial Arts
(50)
Family
Character
Jiu Jitsu
“I've been consistently impressed, and while I don't claim to have a lot of knowledge on the subject, it's by far the best martial arts program I've seen.”
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Gracie Barra New Westminster Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
(50)
Train
Injury
Mats
“Rolling is typically capped at 30 minutes but you can often stay later if there's not another class after and the professors or instructors will usually be glad to give you a little 1 on 1 time if you ask politely.”
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Aries Martial Arts & Kickboxing Surrey
(50)
Classes
Self Defence
Skills
“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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Gracie Barra North Shore
(50)
Skills
Confidence
Students
“They've also done a great job of including and teaching my daughter with Down Syndrome as well, My 5 year old feisty, defiant fire cracker has started opening doors, saying kind words and doing laundry?!”
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Lions MMA
(50)
Atmosphere
Compete
BJJ
“The staff and coaches are so welcoming, they have beginners classes with instructors that come around to help you with your form and technique, and the most experienced students are also very helpful.”
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DCS
(50)
Community
Showers
Intimidating
“As a fellow filipino, the man is doing wonders for so many communities and I'm very happy for what he has built and the families he has culminated in this place of goodness.”
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Infinity Mixed Martial Arts
(50)
Son
Fitness
Train
“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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