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Self-Defense Classes and Safety Workshops in Mississippi

15 of the 228 martial arts schools we track in Mississippi have self-defense training. Full listings for every city are on the Mississippi page.

15schools
10cities
228schools 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.

Gulfport 3

  1. Cameron Davis Jiu-Jitsu

    11382 Three Rivers Rd, Gulfport, MS 39503-3856

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
    Call Website All Gulfport

  2. Tiger-Rock Martial Arts

    11382 Three Rivers Rd, Gulfport, MS 39503-3856

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Gulfport

  3. Tiger Rock Martial Arts

    1842 E Pass Rd, Gulfport, MS 39507-3701

    Kids classes
    Call Website All Gulfport

Brandon 2

  1. Rankin Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    114 Park Pl, Brandon, MS 39042-2871

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
    Call All Brandon

  2. Tiger Rock Academy

    103 Christian Dr, Brandon, MS 39042-2762

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Brandon

Ocean Springs 2

  1. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Ocean Springs

    2200 Bienville Blvd, Ocean Springs, MS 39564-3120

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Ocean Springs

  2. St. Martin Martial Arts Academy

    6716 Washington Ave, Ocean Springs, MS 39564-2129

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Ocean Springs

Ridgeland 2

  1. Good Soldier MMA

    7048 Old Canton Rd, Ridgeland, MS 39157

    Monday-Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until. Give us

    Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
    Call Website All Ridgeland

  2. Tiger Rock Martial Arts

    125 Dyess Rd, Ridgeland, MS 39157-4428

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

    Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Ridgeland

Biloxi 1

  1. Okinawa Kenpo Mushin Ryu

    15224 Lemoyne Blvd, Biloxi, MS 39532-5207

    Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Biloxi

Hattiesburg 1

  1. Tiger-Rock Martial Arts

    28 Market Ct, Hattiesburg, MS 39402-7206

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Hattiesburg

Madison 1

  1. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Madison

    360 Industrial Dr S, Madison, MS 39110-8284

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Madison

Olive Branch 1

  1. Kingdom Krav Maga

    YMCA, 8555 Goodman Rd, Olive Branch, MS 38654-2207

    MMA
    Call Website All Olive Branch

Saltillo 1

  1. Gracie Jiu Jitsu Saltillo

    1681 US-45, Saltillo, MS 38866

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

Tupelo 1

  1. Tupelo Jiu Jitsu Academy

    811 Varsity Dr, Tupelo, MS 38801-4615

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

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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 Mississippi can browse 15 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 Mississippi should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 15 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.