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.
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Budo - Beyond Martial Arts
1101 Stinson Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55413-1249
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Krav Maga Minnesota
4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis, MN 55416
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Warrior's Cove MMA
3008 Texas Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55426
Woodbury 2
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Kahn Martial Arts
1850 Weir Dr, Woodbury, MN 55125-2260
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Ultimate Martial Arts
2110 Eagle Creek Ln, Woodbury, MN 55129
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Freestyle Martial Arts
115 N Newton Ave, Albert Lea, MN 56007-2431
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Warrior's Cove Martial Arts & Fitness
14121 Irving Ave S, Burnsville, MN 55337
Chatfield 1
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Yennie Martial Arts
215 Main St S, Chatfield, MN 55923-1254
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Crookston Championship Taekwondo
102 S Ash St, Crookston, MN 56716-1900
Monday: 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Eagan 1
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Kick Start Martial Arts
1565 Cliff Rd, Eagan, MN 55122-2523
Monday-Friday 7:30am - 9am
Fairmont 1
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Fairmont Martial Arts
219 N Main St, Fairmont, MN 56031
Mon 5:30pm-8:30pm, Tue 5:30pm-8:30pm, Thu 5:30pm-8:30pm
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Raberge's Leadership Martial Arts
20818 Holyoke Ave, Lakeville, MN 55044-6344
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Warrior's Cove Martial Arts and Fitness
2900 Rice St, Little Canada, MN 55113-1788
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Valley Self-Defense
12430 55th St N, Oak Park Heights, MN 55082-2031
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American School of Martial Arts
14869 Highway 13 S, Prior Lake, MN 55372
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Zen Dragon Martial Arts Edina
2920 W 66th St, Richfield, MN 55423-1939
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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu St. Paul
1558 St Clair Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55105
Savage 1
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MMA Open House
14869 Highway 13 S, Savage, MN 55372-1427
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Warrior's Cove Martial Arts & Fitness
7107 Cedar Lake Rd S, St Louis Park, MN 55426-2712
St Paul 1
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St. Paul Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
322 Chester St, St Paul, MN 55107-1203
Also in Minnesota
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools245
- Kids Martial Arts Classes155
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools89
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Classes53
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Gi Training Programs52
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Training Academies52
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Martial Arts Schools51
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and BJJ Training Classes50
- MMA Gyms40
- Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies29
- Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies23
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training21
- Karate Classes for Children and Adults19
- Kickboxing Classes for Beginners and Adults15
- Martial Arts Schools with Fat Loss Programs14
- Tai Chi and Qigong Classes for Seniors and Adults11
- Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals and Beginner Classes6
- Filipino & Historical European Martial Arts Schools6
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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 20 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.