Self-Defense Directory

Verified Schools

#1 Directory

HomeBrowse SchoolsBy LocationResources

Self-Defense Directory

Find and compare self-defense and martial arts schools in your area with detailed, enriched information to help you make the right choice.

Directory

HomeSchools

Resources

All ArticlesSelf Defense Classes For WomenMartial Arts for Kids

© 2026 Self-Defense Directory. All rights reserved.

Home
United States
Schools

Octagon MMA Dallas

Octagon MMA Dallas

124 Leslie St, Dallas, TX 75207, Dallas, Texas

+1 214-521-6662
Visit Website
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Kids Self-Defense
MMA
Muay Thai
Self-Defense Fundamentals
Women-Only Self-Defense

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
  • Kids Self-Defense
  • MMA
  • Muay Thai
  • Self-Defense Fundamentals
  • Women-Only Self-Defense

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids
  • Seniors
  • Teens

Skill Levels

  • Advanced
  • All Levels
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Knowledgeable, skilled, and patient trainers
  • Clean, well-maintained and modern facility
  • Full locker rooms with showers and towels
  • Wide variety of programs and class times
  • Welcoming, diverse, and respectful community
  • High-level instruction from world-class competitors
  • Strong sense of camaraderie and support
  • Personal attention through private lessons

Considerations

  • Hostile or unprofessional management reported in one incident
  • Low supervision and overly hard sparring in some Muay Thai sessions
  • No enforcement of 16 oz gloves leading to safety concerns

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

50 reviews

5 stars

48

4 stars

0

3 stars

0

2 stars

0

1 star

2

Sort by:

Excellent

"I've been going for like 6 months now! And I love it"

- Jacob Tam

via Google

5/1/2025

Excellent

"Awesome place to train, great coach, great gym, great environment!"

- Brian Rosatelli

via Google

4/23/2025

Excellent

"Always a great training session at here Octagon. Coaches are top tier and will definitely be returning."

- marck vargas

via Google

4/19/2025

4.9

(103 reviews)

Business Hours

  • Monday: 5AM-8PM
  • Tuesday: 5AM-8PM
  • Wednesday: 5AM-8PM
  • Thursday: 5AM-8PM
  • Friday: 5AM-7PM
  • Saturday: 8AM-12PM
  • Sunday: Closed

Instructors

R

Rafael Lang

Professor, Head Professor

24 years experience

Highly accomplished black belt with competitive success at Pan Ams, Worlds, and Fight to Win; world champion instructor.

Certifications:

  • 3rd-degree Black Belt
N

Neil Melanson

Coach

Renowned grappling coach who has worked extensively with UFC fighters.

O

Octavio Couto

Professor

20 years experience

Fourth-degree black belt with over 20 years of global teaching experience.

Certifications:

  • 4th-degree Black Belt
R

Ryan Benoit

Coach, UFC Fighter

UFC fighter and Muay Thai coach, delivering clear instruction and professional classes.

Location

Amenities

  • Daily sanitization
  • Full-size MMA Cage
  • Locker Rooms
  • Mats
  • Quality equipment
  • Showers
  • Towels

Interested in this school?

Call NowVisit WebsiteView on Google Maps