The best Krav Maga schools in California
Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 3,898 reviews of California gyms. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real Krav Maga schools only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 Systems Training Center
4.9 ★★★★★ 192 reviews · Hawthorne, CA
Martial arts, fitness and boxing gym known for muay thai and self-defense techniques, plus kids’ classes.
“I tried BJJ, boxing, Muay Thai and weight lifting here for the first time and fell in love. This is my local neighborhood MMA gym and I’m so thankful to live close by. Marcus, Mish…” — Ms.
#2 Alliance Krav Maga & StrikeFit
4.9 ★★★★★ 166 reviews · Culver City, CA
“I really love this gym. And I love it even more now after seeing the response they gave to the pandemic. John, owner and coach, really managed this so well. He allowed us to take h…” — Mayara
#3 Frazier Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 115 reviews · Orange, CA
“Frazier Martial Arts is an amazing learning environment. I used those words instead of simply calling it a dojo because the students learn more than just martial arts. They learn h…” — Nick
#4 Academy of Self Defense
4.7 ★★★★★ 126 reviews · Santa Clara, CA
“Academy of Self Defense has quite literally changed my life. I came in wanted to get stronger and being able to defend myself. I was met with unwavering support, being cheered on b…” — Fieke
#5 Kovar's Satori Academy of Martial Arts - Roseville
5 ★★★★★ 92 reviews · Roseville, CA
“Long overdue review! My oldest son joined Kovar’s in 2019. Even as a 5 year old he was instantly engaged. Kovar’s teaches mixed martial arts and different forms from all over the w…” — Natalie
#6 Elite Training Center
4.9 ★★★★★ 94 reviews · Redondo Beach, CA
“I cannot speak highly enough about how incredible this school is. All of the instructors are extremely skillful, masters of their craft and very meticulous in caring for each and e…” — Andrew
#7 Sparta Academy
5 ★★★★★ 83 reviews · Los Angeles, CA
Contemporary fitness facility offering free weights & Crossfit, kickboxing & martial arts classes.
“Sparta Academy has been a transformational experience. I began with a couple of one-off classes in Muay Thai kickboxing, then bought the 10-class nonmember package, then I decided …” — Arsalan
#8 Moorpark Karate & Krav Maga
5 ★★★★★ 83 reviews · Moorpark, CA
“My son has grown a lot since we started less then a year ago. He’s more confident, more physical, and more attentive. I think a lot of people just think of Karate as self defense a…” — Aniessa
#9 California Defense Academy
5 ★★★★★ 77 reviews · Murrieta, CA
“My daughter is 7 and has been with CDA for a year now and still loves it. Ms. Ericka is an outstanding instructor. She teaches self defense but also so much more. She really motiva…” — Elaria
#10 Premier Fight and Fitness La Mesa
5 ★★★★★ 76 reviews · La Mesa, CA
“I'll try to list all the reasons I love this place without writing an entire essay (in no particular order) 1. The instructors are great!!! 2. Welcoming and accepting atmosphere 3.…” — Carolina