Academy of Self Defense
3475 Woodward Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95054, Santa Clara, California
Classes & Programs
Class Types
- Boxing
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Kickboxing
- Kids Self-Defense
- Krav Maga
- MMA
- Muay Thai
- Self-Defense Fundamentals
- Women-Only Self-Defense
Age Groups
- Adults
- Kids
Skill Levels
- All Levels
- Beginner
Highlights & Considerations
Highlights
- Friendly instructors and staff
- Clean facility and equipment
- Welcoming community atmosphere
- Motivating and supportive coaching
- Wide variety of class types
- Reasonable pricing
- Inclusive environment for all levels
- Family-friendly programs
Considerations
- Overcrowded classes at peak times
- Limited parking
- Occasional lack of individual attention
- Some instructors focus heavily on pro-level training
- Strict rental policy for forgotten gear
Testimonials
Rating Distribution
50 reviews
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45
4 stars
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3 stars
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Poor
"Find another gym if you're in it for the cardio, recreational, or interested in the art!!!! One of the instructor here is so gunk-ho and thinks everyone will go pro. Lol. Some of the instructors are really cool and chill. If you want to fight this might be for you, or go somewhere that they actua..." Read more
- Dru Down
via Google
5/10/2025
Excellent
"I’ve tried various classes offered by the gym, and each one has been an excellent experience. The coaches are highly skilled, and the peers are incredibly friendly and supportive."
- Adela Vargas
via Google
4/17/2025
Average
"If you want a place that's beginner friendly or where you can get attention from the instructor, this isn't the place for you. I took boxing, and I'm not a newbie, but with 40 people in the class I felt absolutely out of place. No one cares about you. Some people were actually very rude when I tried..." Read more
- Lucy Soboleva
via Google
3/29/2025
4.7
(96 reviews)
Trial Offer
Free Trial: 2-week free trial
Business Hours
- Monday: 6:30AM-1PM,4-8:30PM
- Tuesday: 6:30AM-1PM,4-8:30PM
- Wednesday: 6:30AM-1PM,4-8:30PM
- Thursday: 6:30AM-1PM,4-8:30PM
- Friday: 6:30-7:30AM,10AM-1PM,5-6PM
- Saturday: 8:45AM-12PM
- Sunday: 10-11:30AM
Instructors
Manny Cardenas
Instructor
Ev Pepper
Owner, Head Instructor
James
Coach
Andrea
Coach
Shayne
Instructor
Michael
Instructor
Natasha
Instructor
Rick
Instructor
Emmet
Instructor
Amit
Instructor
Location
Amenities
- Clean facility
- Good air flow
- On-site pro shop
- Parking availability
- Quality equipment