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Self-Defense Classes and Safety Workshops in Louisiana

31 of the 372 martial arts schools we track in Louisiana have self-defense training. Full listings for every city are on the Louisiana page.

31schools
21cities
372schools 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.

New Orleans 4

  1. Alamut Combative Arts

    5608 Citrus Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70123-2280

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  2. Future Kick Martial Arts

    7011 Read Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70127-2244

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  3. NOLABJJ

    4521 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115-1542

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
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  4. New Orleans Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    4521 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115-1542

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
    Call Website All New Orleans

Baton Rouge 3

  1. Bayou Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense

    9681 Airline Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70815-5506

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
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  2. Joel Neely's Tiger-Rock Martial Arts Academy

    14160 Coursey Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70817-1313

    Kids classes
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  3. Kimm's Institute of Self-Defense

    4816 Jamestown Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808-3224

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Baton Rouge

Gonzales 2

  1. Kajun Martial Arts

    38011 Louisiana 621, Suite B, Gonzales, LA 70737

    Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Gonzales

  2. S.I.C.A. MMA and Krav Maga

    1452 N Airline Hwy, Gonzales, LA 70737-2431

    Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Gonzales

Gretna 2

  1. NOLA BJJ West Bank

    31 5th St, Gretna, LA 70053

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
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  2. Tiger-Rock Westbank

    113 Lapalco Blvd, Gretna, LA 70056-7100

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
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Monroe 2

  1. Jason Wegener's Tiger Rock Martial Arts

    2259 Louisville Ave, Monroe, LA 71201-6124

    Mon 4pm-8:30pm, Tue 4pm-8:30pm, Wed 4pm-8:30pm, Thu 4pm-8:30pm, Fri 4pm-8:30pm, Sat 9am-12pm, Sun 12am-12am

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Monroe

  2. Pinnacle Martial Arts Academy

    2901 Desoto St, Monroe, LA 71201

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Monroe

Shreveport 2

  1. Karate USA

    6105 Youree Dr, Shreveport, LA 71105-4400

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
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  2. Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Shreveport

    1409 E 70th St, Shreveport, LA 71105-4932

    Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
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Thibodaux 2

  1. Tiger-Rock Martial Arts

    1633 Saint Mary St, Thibodaux, LA 70301

    Kids classes
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  2. Tiger-Rock Martial Arts Thibodaux

    319 N Canal Blvd, Thibodaux, LA 70301-2912

    Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
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Belle Chasse 1

  1. New Orleans Karate Club

    8611 LA-23, Belle Chasse, LA 70037-2503

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Belle Chasse

Benton 1

  1. Benton Martial Arts

    5608 LA-3, Benton, LA 71006

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Bossier City 1

  1. Gracie Jiu Jitsu Shreveport Bossier City

    1701 Old Minden Rd, Bossier City, LA 71111-4800

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Bossier City

Central 1

  1. Bayou Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense

    14455 Wax Rd, Central, LA 70818-4266

    BJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Central

Denham Springs 1

  1. Watson Kajun Martial Arts LLC

    33716 LA Highway 16, Denham Springs, LA 70706

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Denham Springs

Kenner 1

  1. Tiger-Rock Martial Arts

    2401 Veterans Blvd, Kenner, LA 70062-4716

    Mon 2pm-8pm, Tue 2pm-8pm, Wed 2pm-8pm, Thu 2pm-8pm, Fri 2pm-6:30pm, Sat 9am-1pm, Sun 12am-12am

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Kenner

Leesville 1

  1. West Louisiana Jujutsu Training Academy

    101 S 3rd St, Leesville, LA 71446-4307

    BJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Leesville

Luling 1

  1. Tiger-Rock Martial Arts River Parish

    12439 US-90, Luling, LA 70070-2056

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website

Mandeville 1

  1. Art Monroe's TigerRock Martial Arts

    330 Dalwill Dr, Mandeville, LA 70471-3364

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Mandeville

Metairie 1

  1. Tiger-Rock Martial Arts

    1813 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70005-2637

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Metairie

Opelousas 1

  1. TaeKwonDo Plus Tiger Rock Martial Art

    811 Creswell Ln, Opelousas, LA 70570-5881

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website

Prairieville 1

  1. Kajun Martial Arts and Fitness

    36546 Mission St, Prairieville, LA 70769-3192

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

Scott 1

  1. Acadiana Jiu Jitsu

    5505 Cameron St, Scott, LA 70583-5201

    Mon 9am-8pm, Tue 9am-8pm, Wed 9am-8pm, Thu 9am-8pm, Fri 9am-8pm, Sat 10am-12pm, Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri 9am-8pm, Sat 10am-12

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Scott

Slidell 1

  1. Premier Martial Arts

    616 Robert Blvd, Slidell, LA 70458-1648

    Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Slidell
Check age and gender restrictions before registering, as many specialized women's or teen self-defense seminars have strict attendance requirements.

Also in Louisiana

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 Louisiana can browse 31 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 Louisiana should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 31 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.