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Urban Jungle Self Defense

Urban Jungle Self Defense

1035 W 18th St, Houston, TX 77008, Houston, Texas

+1 713-861-7252
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Established 1998

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Fitness Kickboxing
MMA
Self-Defense Fundamentals
Women-Only Self-Defense

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
  • Fitness Kickboxing
  • MMA
  • Self-Defense Fundamentals
  • Women-Only Self-Defense

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids
  • Teens

Skill Levels

  • Advanced
  • All Levels
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Friendly staff
  • Supportive community
  • Knowledgeable instructors
  • Safe environment
  • Family-oriented
  • Welcoming atmosphere
  • Confidence building
  • Fitness improvement
  • Clean facility
  • Empowerment for women
  • Life-changing experience

Considerations

  • Mediocre competitive jiu-jitsu focus
  • Outdated facility photos
  • Frustrating booking process

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

48 reviews

5 stars

46

4 stars

0

3 stars

0

2 stars

0

1 star

2

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Excellent

"I attended the women’s self-defense class and I was surprised how much I enjoyed it. I was a little nervous to go, but very interested in the topic. The class exceeded my expectations. The instructor had a perfect balance of educational Information and active trials. She masterfully addressed a numb..." Read more

- christa white

via Google

2/16/2025

Excellent

"Our daughter has been doing jiu jitsu here for more than a year and it has been fantastic for developing her patience, discipline, and focus. She is always excited to go to class and the gym goes above and beyond with special parties and events throughout the year. Michelle and the instructors set..." Read more

- Ray Hafner

via Google

11/26/2024

Excellent

"Attended An amazing self defense workshop here recently. It was so eye opening. The instruction was excellent and I left feeling inspired. Will definitely have to come back!"

- Sweat in Pink

via Google

10/20/2024

4.6

(68 reviews)

Trial Offer

Free Trial: Free trial classes / free week offer

Business Hours

  • Monday: 9:30AM-12PM,4:30-8:45PM
  • Tuesday: 9:30AM-12PM,4:30-8:45PM
  • Wednesday: 9:30AM-12PM,4:30-8:45PM
  • Thursday: 9:30AM-12PM,4:30-8:45PM
  • Friday: 9:30AM-12PM,6:30-8:45PM
  • Saturday: 11AM-2PM
  • Sunday: Closed

Instructors

T

Tony Torres-Aponte

Owner, Head Coach, Sensei

25 years experience

Certifications:

  • Black Belt - Royce Gracie Academy
M

Michelle Torres-Aponte

Co-Owner, Instructor

B

Bianca

Lead Teacher, Instructor

D

Diego

Instructor

J

Jessie

Black Belt, Instructor

A

Aaron

Black Belt, Instructor

A

Alex

Black Belt, Instructor

J

Jesse

Black Belt, Instructor

J

Jerome

Black Belt, Instructor

Location

Amenities

  • Clean facility
  • Great location
  • Space donated for fundraisers

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