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Self defense instructors near Fairfax, VA

Self defense training pros in Fairfax, VA assess risks, teach situational awareness, and practice strikes and escapes using mats, pads, and scenario drills. They may cover legal basics and de-escalation. Structured lessons can help build confidence and practical skills for daily safety.

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These pros consistently receive high praise in customer reviews.These popular pros are highly sought after for their quality and expertise.These pros recognize that your time is important, and are the fastest to respond to requests.These highly recommended pros are experts, ready to help with your project.

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Younes Coaching
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Younes Coaching

Exceptional 5.0

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Exceptional 5.0

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  • 6 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves Fairfax, VA
  • 6 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves Fairfax, VA
Russell G. says, "I'm late to the game of combat sports, so I took lessons with Younes to get caught up a bit and to be more competent during open mats in Jiu Jitsu. His lessons exceeded my expectations, and now I have a much better understanding of where I stand and what it takes to improve in these skills. He used an efficient style tailored to my needs to ensure the basics were repeated enough until I understood. He tied concepts together to create a series of skills that he had me drill and it helped immensely! Also, a super good dude. I will recommend him to friends for sure."See more
Russell G. says, "I'm late to the game of combat sports, so I took lessons with Younes to get caught up a bit and to be more competent during open mats in Jiu Jitsu. His lessons exceeded my expectations, and now I have a much better understanding of where I stand and what it takes to improve in these skills. He used an efficient style tailored to my needs to ensure the basics were repeated enough until I understood. He tied concepts together to create a series of skills that he had me drill and it helped immensely! Also, a super good dude. I will recommend him to friends for sure."
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Ancient Method Fitness
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Ancient Method Fitness

Exceptional 5.0

(15)

Exceptional 5.0

(15)

  • 20 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves Fairfax, VA
  • 20 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves Fairfax, VA
Mason M. says, "Marcus has been a life-changer for me. I’ve been working with him for over a year now and am down over 50lbs and looking like how I looked a decade ago. He’s never been late, never failed to motivate me, and never made me feel bad about myself for failing an exercise. He will personalize your routine around your ability level and individual needs. Most importantly, his passion for helping people with their physical goals is contagious, and he motivated me to finally shed my lazy habits and live a healthy lifestyle. I hope to continue working with Marcus for a long time to come."See more
Mason M. says, "Marcus has been a life-changer for me. I’ve been working with him for over a year now and am down over 50lbs and looking like how I looked a decade ago. He’s never been late, never failed to motivate me, and never made me feel bad about myself for failing an exercise. He will personalize your routine around your ability level and individual needs. Most importantly, his passion for helping people with their physical goals is contagious, and he motivated me to finally shed my lazy habits and live a healthy lifestyle. I hope to continue working with Marcus for a long time to come."
Reviews for Fairfax self defense instructors on Thumbtack

From Monique P.

Martial Arts Tutoring
Martial Arts Tutoring
My daughter is taking self-defense lessons before she heads off to college. She is learning very much from Brian and enjoying her time.

From Susan W.

Martial Arts Tutoring
Martial Arts Tutoring
Brian did a great job tailoring a self-defense class for my daughter and me. My daughter had only 2 days before moving to New York to take this class, so Brian had to cram as much information and practice into two sessions as he could. He did a great job and both my daughter and I feel more confident about our self-defense capabilities.

From Diana M.

Martial Arts Tutoring
Martial Arts Tutoring
Brian Auger is a professional with a passion for his work. I started with a free session in the art of self defense. Brian started right on time and after a thorough discussion of the course, he demonstrated several moves with me. The rates are very reasonable. I feel it will be time well spent.

From Thumbtack Customer

Bfitness
Bfitness
I went to Brian for self-defense lessons. I had no previous experience, but I never felt talked down to or uncomfortable with Brian. His techniques were very practical and real-life applicable, as well as quick to pick up. Brian gave lots of instruction to make sure I understood everything and made the learning process easy. After just a few weeks I already began to feel very capable of defending myself in a wide variety of situations due to Brian's training. I highly recommend Brain, and would definitely go back to him.
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