The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 64 vetted & reviewed in the Toronto area.
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Chesswood Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Combative Concepts Academy of Martial Arts
Elite Martial Arts Toronto
Evoke Martial Arts & Kickboxing
Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu
Grapple Lab Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Greenwood Jiu Jitsu Leaside Toronto
Kikunaga Dojo
Mftk Martial Arts Academy
OpenMat MMA
Point Blank Martial Arts and Fitness
Revival BJJ
Stoic Jiu Jitsu
Synergy Martial Arts
Thompson Jiu Jitsu Academy
Tiger Dragon Martial Arts and Holistic Healthcentre
Toronto Goju Ryu Karate
Toronto Jiu-Jitsu Club
Toronto No Gi
Toronto Self Defence Academy
Vaughan Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Wen-Do Women’s Self Defense
Wolf Athletic Academy
Wu Xing Martial Arts
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Synergy Martial Arts
(50)
Kickboxing
Motivating
Birthday
“Unbelievable to watch the patience, skill and expertise of Master John as he helps children with all the fundamentals and builds strong independent kids.”
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Wolf Athletic Academy
(50)
“If you're looking to work on your fitness, whether it be improving your overall strength and conditioning, training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu or learning self defense, you'll find everything you're looking for (and more!”
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Toronto Jiu-Jitsu Club
(50)
Community
Interest
Skills
“I would highly recommend the Toronto Jiu-Jitsu Club to anyone looking to get into BJJ, to improve their skills and to be a part of an awesome community!”
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Mftk Martial Arts Academy
(49)
Confidence
Integrity
Son
“MFTK Martial Arts Academy gives you a fun and fantastic martial arts experience, the instructors and masters are very talented and very attentive to the students, and Grand Master Foroughi is a great example of Tae Kwon Do leadership.”
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Combative Concepts Academy of Martial Arts
(49)
Train
Self Defence
Jeet Kune do
“), boxing, kickboxing, MMA, grappling, weapons, sparring etc, which allows you to focus on specific areas if you feel like you need more improvement, or if they are simply your favourite to train in.”
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Gracie Barra Toronto
(48)
Training
Community
Martial Arts
“I have more than 12 years experience training in several facilities and I've never seen such commitment from professor and staff to keep it running even in these difficult times during a pandemic.”
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Elite Martial Arts Toronto
(48)
Skills
Sense of Community
Belt
“If you're looking for a welcoming, challenging, and all-around awesome place to train Muay Thai and/or Krav Maga, this school is definitely the place to be.”
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Openmat MMA
(46)
Classes
Schedule
Environment
“Joining OpenMat over a decade ago, has been the best decision I've ever made as a BJJ practitioner, if you are a beginner their fundamental program will take you from brand new to expert with an encouraging, supportive atmosphere.”
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Thompson Jiu Jitsu Academy
(39)
Teen BJJ, Kids BJJ, Adult Martial Arts
“The curriculum is well structured and designed to teach you about a broad spectrum of Sweeps, Submissions and Takedowns in order for you to pick and choose your own style.”
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Grapple Lab Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(42)
Environment
Culture
Black Belts
“There are always high level black belts on the mats - both teaching and participating in class - which is something you definitely do not see at every gym.”
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Evoke Martial Arts & Kickboxing
(49)
Muay Thai
Sense of Community
Summer Camp
“Whether you're a seasoned fighter or a complete beginner, you'll be surrounded by like-minded individuals who share your passion for Muay Thai and are eager to help you succeed.”
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Greenwood Jiu Jitsu Toronto
(35)
Skills
Adults
Classes
“My experience with Greenwood Jiu Jitsu has been amazing; not only do they offer quality classes taught by a black belt instructor, but they also create a comfortable learning environment especially for females who are just starting (they offer women ...”
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Toronto No Gi
(32)
Grappling
Belts
Skilled
“It's a laid back atmosphere that anyone can feel comfortable in, regardless if you're a complete beginner or an experienced grappler looking to get in rounds in with some high-level guys.”
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Tiger Dragon Martial Arts and Holistic Healthcentre
(19)
Printing, Construction, Legal Surveys
“Sifus Carey and Lesley have been fantastic with her (and all their students), making each class into a combination of hard work, fun, and useful ideas about living well.”
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Stoic Jiu Jitsu
(11)
Atmosphere
Skills
Train
“Professor Sean is one of the most knowledgeable people I know in so many fields; Training with him has brought me so much more than just some killer jiu jitsu skills.”
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Wen-Do Women's Self Defense
(3)
“I took a course with them as teenager.”
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Revival BJJ
(6)
Son
Beach
“All the coaches have been great and are wonderful working with kids of all ages.”
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Kikunaga Dojo
(5)
Confidence
Sensei
“They teach him how to protect themselves from bullies or potential dangerous situations and also provide them with a sense of confidence and respect for themselves and others.”
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Toronto Self Defence Academy
(3)
System
“The techniques are instructed in such a way that is safe and very easy to get effective in this system quickly.”
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Toronto Goju Ryu Karate
(2)
“Everyone is friendly, really nice and supportive.”
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Wu Xing Martial Arts
(4)
“Wu-Xing is an open and inviting environment with wonderful instructors and staff.”
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Chesswood Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
(50)
Atmosphere
Gym Equipment
Expert
“I tried signing up to other gyms but they were just trying to milk me for as much cash as possible, where as chesswood bjj is very reasonably priced with outstanding quality of gym and lessons.”
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Vaughan Jiu-Jitsu Academy
(50)
“The classes are well structured and the techniques being taught build off the previous classes but get recapped at the end of each class, which I really appreciated.”
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Point Blank Martial Arts and Fitness
(50)
“He is highly dedicated to sharing his love, knowledge and passion for martial arts with everyone and constantly brings joy and good energy to each and every class.”
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