All states›Self-Defense Classes and Safety Workshops›Kentucky

Self-Defense Classes and Safety Workshops in Kentucky

20 of the 376 martial arts schools we track in Kentucky have self-defense training. Full listings for every city are on the Kentucky page.

20schools
15cities
376schools statewide

This section lists martial arts studios offering dedicated self-defense instruction for adults and specialized women's safety courses. Programs range from single-day weekend workshops covering practical escape tactics to ongoing weekly classes focused on situational awareness and physical response. Before booking, confirm whether the curriculum focuses on scenario-based real-world defense or standard sport martial arts techniques.

Louisville 3

  1. Reality Krav Maga

    509 Obyrne Ave, Louisville, KY 40223

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
    Call Website All Louisville

  2. Old Louisville Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    1234 S 3rd St, Louisville, KY 40203-2906

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Louisville

  3. Rough Hands BJJ

    3048 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40205-3020

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
    Call All Louisville

Erlanger 2

  1. Northern Kentucky Shaolin-Do Kung Fu and Tai Chi

    3405 Baker St, Erlanger, KY 41018-1401

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Erlanger

  2. FitDefense

    3403 Dixie Hwy, Erlanger, KY 41018

    Free trial classMuay thai / kickboxing
    Call Website All Erlanger

Florence 2

  1. The Master's Martial Arts Academy

    8410 US Highway 42, Florence, KY 41042-9627

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
    Call Website All Florence

  2. The Inner Circle - Martial Arts Academy

    8142 Mall Rd, Florence, KY 41042-1414

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Florence

Lexington 2

  1. Kentucky Shudokan Karate-Do

    1139 Tanbark Rd, Lexington, KY 40515-1819

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
    Call Website All Lexington

  2. AKF Lexington Martial Arts

    4383 Old Harrodsburg Rd Ste 130, Lexington, KY 40513

    Kids classesFree trial classMMA
    Call Website All Lexington

Burlington 1

  1. Tora Martial Arts

    5985 Carlton Dr, Burlington, KY 41005-7839

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Burlington

Crestwood 1

  1. Of The Void Martial Arts

    6001 Pleasant Colony Ct, Crestwood, KY 40014-7618

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Crestwood

Lawrenceburg 1

  1. Safety Reloaded Training and Consulting

    1469 Ninevah Rd, Lawrenceburg, KY 40342-9612

    Call Website All Lawrenceburg

London 1

  1. Champion Jiu Jitsu and Fitness

    225 London Shopping Ctr, London, KY 40741-3016

    monday 6:00pm - 8:00pm

    BJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All London

Nicholasville 1

  1. Wildcat Martial Arts

    976 N Main St, Nicholasville, KY 40356-2308

    3pm-8pm

    Kids classes
    Call Website All Nicholasville

Owensboro 1

  1. Master Jones Martial Arts

    1020 Halifax Dr, Owensboro, KY 42301-6991

    monday 01:00 pm - 09:00 pm

    Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Owensboro

Richmond 1

  1. Action Martial Arts and Karate For Kids

    2130 Lexington Rd, Richmond, KY 40475-7923

    mon-fri 3-9 pm

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Richmond

Shepherdsville 1

  1. Shaolin Kempo School of Martial Arts

    264 Hester St, Shepherdsville, KY 40165-6024

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Shepherdsville

St Matthews 1

  1. St. Matthews Martial Arts

    4160 Westport Rd, St Matthews, KY 40207-2746

    Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All St Matthews

Taylorsville 1

  1. SKSMA Karate

    57 W Main St, Taylorsville, KY 40071

    Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Taylorsville

Watterson Park 1

  1. Prime Combat Training

    4400 Kiln Ct, Watterson Park, KY 40218-3042

    BJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Watterson Park
Check age and gender restrictions before registering, as many specialized women's or teen self-defense seminars have strict attendance requirements.

Also in Kentucky

Good to know

How much do self-defense classes usually cost?

Single-day workshops typically cost between $25 and $75 per participant for a 2-to-4-hour session. Ongoing monthly membership programs range from $100 to $180 per month, often including access to regular martial arts classes.

Do I need prior martial arts experience to join?

No, beginner self-defense courses require zero prior martial arts or combat experience. Instructors teach simple, high-leverage movements and situational awareness concepts designed for people of all fitness levels.

What should I wear to my first self-defense class?

Wear flexible athletic clothing such as a t-shirt, athletic pants or leggings, and clean sneakers. Remove all jewelry, watches, and hair accessories with sharp edges before training to prevent injury during practical drills.

How to lose body fat percentage?

Reducing body fat percentage involves maintaining a moderate energy deficit while engaging in strength training and high-calorie combat sports. Regular practice in disciplines like MMA or Muay Thai builds lean tissue while driving down overall body fat. Users in Kentucky can browse 20 verified martial arts academies offering structured weight management programs.

How to drain fluid from ear?

Draining fluid from an ear—often caused by trauma such as cauliflower ear in grappling—requires sterile medical aspiration using a syringe followed by a compression wrap. Performing this procedure at home without medical expertise carries a severe risk of infection and permanent cartilage deformity. Practicing martial artists in Kentucky should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 20 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.