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Self defense instructors near Scottsdale, AZ

Self defense pros in Scottsdale, AZ assess risks, teach awareness, and practice strikes and escapes with pad work and scenario drills. They focus on balance, verbal de-escalation, and confidence-building that may help you react more safely in crowded outdoor and indoor settings.

Self defense pros in Scottsdale, AZ assess risks, teach awareness, and practice strikes and escapes with pad work and scenario drills. They focus on balance, verbal de-escalation, and confidence-building that may help you react more safely in crowded outdoor and indoor settings.

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Avatar for Frank’s Fitness Forge Personal Training
Avatar for Frank’s Fitness Forge Personal Training
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Frank’s Fitness Forge Personal Training
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Frank’s Fitness Forge Personal Training

Exceptional 5.0

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Exceptional 5.0

(13)

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  • 3 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves Scottsdale, AZ
  • 3 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves Scottsdale, AZ
Keren G. says, "In the short amount of time that I have been working out with Brad my body has changed immensely. Not only have I seen improvements in the way I look, but my strength and confidence have reached skyrocketing levels! I can’t wait to continue my sessions to see how much more improvement my body is going to show, physically, and mentally! Brad is very professional, very knowledgeable, and offers a great variation in workout techniques and styles. I love that he incorporates boxing and kettlebell to make a tough but effective cardio workout. So glad that I chose him as my trainer!"See more
Keren G. says, "In the short amount of time that I have been working out with Brad my body has changed immensely. Not only have I seen improvements in the way I look, but my strength and confidence have reached skyrocketing levels! I can’t wait to continue my sessions to see how much more improvement my body is going to show, physically, and mentally! Brad is very professional, very knowledgeable, and offers a great variation in workout techniques and styles. I love that he incorporates boxing and kettlebell to make a tough but effective cardio workout. So glad that I chose him as my trainer!"
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Avatar for ACE Security Management LLC
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ACE Security Management LLC
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ACE Security Management LLC

5.0

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5.0

(3)

  • Serves Scottsdale, AZ
  • Serves Scottsdale, AZ
Gina Sanchez says, "I own a 21,000SF warehouse building in south Phoenix that I recently put on the market for sale.Since my tenant was vacating July 31, and the building would be vacant, I decided to hire a private security firm, and went with ACE SECURITY MANAGEMENT.Chase and I reviewed options, and decided on 1-each 8-hour uniformed guard 4 times each week, and random checks on the other days.I met with Kurt prior to them starting and we looked everything together including potential areas where trespassers could access the property.Unfortunately I had an underground outdoor pipe burst in the middle of the night. I was notified by text with a video, as well as them trying to contact me numerous times via phone, my ringer was off! Butthanks to the messages I was able to get the city to shut off the water as soon as I saw the messages.Chase and Kurt are both courteous, professional, offered options to keep me within my budget and identified risk areas.If you are looking into security services, I would highly recommend Chase and the ACE SECURITY MANAGEMENT team!GinaS"See more
Gina Sanchez says, "I own a 21,000SF warehouse building in south Phoenix that I recently put on the market for sale.Since my tenant was vacating July 31, and the building would be vacant, I decided to hire a private security firm, and went with ACE SECURITY MANAGEMENT.Chase and I reviewed options, and decided on 1-each 8-hour uniformed guard 4 times each week, and random checks on the other days.I met with Kurt prior to them starting and we looked everything together including potential areas where trespassers could access the property.Unfortunately I had an underground outdoor pipe burst in the middle of the night. I was notified by text with a video, as well as them trying to contact me numerous times via phone, my ringer was off! Butthanks to the messages I was able to get the city to shut off the water as soon as I saw the messages.Chase and Kurt are both courteous, professional, offered options to keep me within my budget and identified risk areas.If you are looking into security services, I would highly recommend Chase and the ACE SECURITY MANAGEMENT team!GinaS"
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From Henrique P.

DenlingerFitness
DenlingerFitness
I highly recommend Ron for anyone interested in Krav-Maga. His expertise and approach to teaching are unmatched. Ron’s professionalism, dedication, and attention to detail in each lesson have not only accelerated my learning but also provided immense value beyond just self-defense skills. His classes are well-structured, focusing on both the fundamentals and more complex techniques, making them suitable for any skill level. Training with Ron has boosted my confidence, discipline, and awareness, and the quality of his lessons make them a worthwhile investment for personal growth and safety.

From Austin H.

DenlingerFitness
DenlingerFitness
DenlingerFitness is a great place to train. Ron is very attentive when it comes to his students and makes sure their form and their type of training is the right fit individually. After all, everyone learns in different ways! It took me awhile to find the right place and when I tried DenlingerFitness I knew it was the right fit for me. Whatever your looking for Ron has a broad knowledge of combat experience, weight loss, self defense, etc. If you enjoy putting in the work, creating new goals, having someone who cares, is attentive, and makes training hard but also fun for whatever your goals are DenlingerFitness is the place to be!!
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