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Hero Academy
“I feel that the program has improved his confidence, and he was able to handle himself pretty well during a tussle which he got into with a bigger kid over the summer holidays.”
Best Self-Defense Classes in West Vancouver, BC
The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 44 vetted & reviewed in the West Vancouver area.
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Budō
- Questions
- Learn
- Team
“Not only do you get world class champion level training, Scott the head coach also understands everyone's journey is different and respects the process individuals wish to choose.”
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North Vancouver Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Essential for the kids growing up in our society, the BullyProof program prepares them to deal with all aspects of self defense and empowers them to become better humans!”
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Pacific Top Team Vancity
- Passionate
- BJJ
- Space
“I have been particularly enjoying their smaller programs of Women's Muay Thai and Women's self defence workshops because of the accommodating instructors and the non-intimidating environments for first-timers/newbies (me!”
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Alliance Vancouver Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
- Class
- Competitive
- Skills
“I wouldn't recommend training anywhere else in Vancouver, because you can't find a more friendly welcoming group of individuals that also train at such a High level of competitive and technical Jiu Jitsu.”
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Lions MMA
- Respect
- Skill
- Community
“I started off training 3 days a week, but quickly began going 7 days a week after falling in love with Muay Thai due to the experience I've had at Lions.”
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DCS
- Smoothie
- Classes
- Beginner
“I'm so happy I bumped into Daniel after training with him 7-8 years ago and Casey was super informative and was patient with all my questions but most importantly, she encouraged me that not only it wasn't too late to catch up but also it would be to...”
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Gracie Barra North Shore
- Train
- Professor
- Son
“In my search, I found, and you may have discovered as well, that often martial arts gyms are either excessively philosophical but impractical in combat ( from my limited experience, kung-fu may be like this), or too combattive without virtues (I fou...”
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Tiger's Eye Karate-do
“They both love it, the staff are wonderful, and my kids are learning really important physical and mental skills that I don't think they get anywhere else.”
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Marcus Soares Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
- Knowledge
- BJJ
- Family
“I would, will, and do recommend Marcus Soares BJJ to anybody who's considering trying jiu-jitsu, or anybody who wants to become a better problem solver, manage anxiety, get in shape, learn self defense, or become a truly confident version of themselv...”
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JIU Jitsu Vancouver
- Community
- BJJ
- Teaching
“Straight forward membership rules, just pay by the month, no requirements to wear branded clothing, nobody cares if you train other places, and most importantly, friendly people, who roll hard when its the right time, and take care of each other on ...”
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Gracie Barra Kitsilano
- Adults
- Environment
- Train
“The Coaches/Instructors are great, caring and create an inclusive space for people of all levels (from those who are beginners to the most advanced black belts) to thrive.”
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Universal MMA
“I have been training at universal mma for almost a year now and I can assure this is one the best facilitys iv ever trained martials arts at ,I have over 10 years experience in the arts and have trained all over the world from thailand and all over e...”
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Kfitness Kickboxing Gym
- Environment
- Learn
- Self Defence
“He describes it as “really fun but really tiring” and says that “the instructor is great” 😊 Personally I've been impressed with the instructor's ability to teach a young child the basics of kickboxing, and also to push him to keep going and do the ...”
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Ancient Fire Productions
- Dojo
- Learn
- Course
“I'm not sure a better environment for education, and safety could have been created anywhere else, particularly with their phenomenal dedication to adhering to their Covid Safety Plan and respect for the wide ranging cultures that attended the cours...”
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Impact Krav Maga & Fitness
- Cardio
- To Learn
- Skills
“I want to say that my choice was correct, My daughter was a little hesitant at first, but after observing for a while, we officially started classes, Andi and Lance are very patient, In every class, they spend more time on my daughter, I am very grat...”
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Marquis Lung Northern Shaolin Kung Fu Academy
- Sifu
- Professional
- Learn
“In addition to the classes, Marquis and his team have also organized competitions and annual celebrations for all students and their families to gather and celebrate not only kung fu but also Chinese culture (in pre-Covid times, of course).”
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Kensington Judo Club
- Train
- Teaching
- Competitive
“The final aim of Judo, therefore, is to inculcate in the mind of man a spirit of respect for the principle of maximum-efficiency and of mutual welfare and benefit, leading him so to practise them that man individually and collectively can attain to t...”
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Sadohana
- Self Defense
“If you're looking for somewhere to learn solid self-defense fundamentals for standing or ground, in an environment that is not overrun with ego and competition, this may be the place for you.”
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Purple Dragon Kitsilano Martial Arts
“The professor Don Jacob travels to Canada from his home in Trinidad to perform belt grading every 6 months and is a uniquely amazing speaker , martial arts instructor and founder of our style!”
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Optima Jiu-Jitsu
“Jiu-jitsu truly is the best sport for both body and mind, and this gym is the perfect place to experience it.”
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Praxis
“Praxis has theoretical influences from ecological dynamics, enactivism, active inference—but follows an experimental approach: radical embodied grappling (REG). Challenging the view the human body is a machine executing mechanical functions via infor...”
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The Powerhouse Martial Arts & Fitness
- Sensei
“Confidence, assertiveness, focus, body literacy, self-defence, leadership, and friendly competition and sportsmanship--these are the qualities we wanted to encourage in our two girls, ages 4 and 7.”
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Seishi Teppei Jujutsu Kai
Self Defense Training Services in West Vancouver, BC Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$184
Maximum cost
$551
National Average
$282
Avg Per Hour Rates
$74
$245
$379
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