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DX Self Defense & Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Fort Worth, Texas
Certified school — reviews and the school's own info point to a recognized Krav Maga certifying organization (think Krav Maga Worldwide, IKMF, KMG or Krav Maga Alliance). If certification matters to you, ask which organization they're certified through and what certification level their instructors hold.
Plan your first class
- Free intro class most schools welcome newcomers with a free intro or trial class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Women's self-defense dedicated women's self-defense classes — a welcoming, no-pressure space to learn practical skills and build real confidence
- Kids & teens Krav Maga classes for kids — built around confidence, focus, and staying safe
- Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- LE & military training for law enforcement, military, and security professionals — ask about dedicated or group programs
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule selfdefensecombatives.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (817) 381-6530
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | 1–3 PM |
The classes they run
“He adapted and tailored each lesson to my son's abilities, emphasizing to him both the mental and physical needs of personal self defense.”
“I would recommend him to young men and women as well as any adult looking for instruction in martial arts or self defense.”
“I have been training at DX Self Defense & Combatives for over two years, and I can’t speak highly enough about the quality and professionalism of this training academy.”
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What students say
“Guro Edwin, Daniel and David are all highly experienced and knowledgeable instructors.”
“He is encouraging and also attuned to a person's individual strengths, which makes him an excellent teacher!”
“I obtained specific skills, some of them very simple but effective.”
“We both feel more empowered, aware, and ready.”
“I would recommend him to young men and women as well as any adult looking for instruction in martial arts or self defense.”
“He is a hands-on instructor who is very easy to work with and devotes 100% of himself to the student and the lesson.”
From the reviews
My 14 year old son has been training with Edwin Rodriguez for only about three weeks. We drive over an hour to come to his classes and it is well worth it! He is teaching him the basics of self-defense and bullying response techniques. He is very knowledgeable and works with everyone at their own level and abilities.
Edwin Rodriguez is by far the most knowledgeable instructor within the academy. Knows what hes doing and especially with the children training classes! Always looking for the best in people. I highly recommend Edwin's DX and the Filipino kali training .
Great class, awesome instructors.. I would definitely recommend to a friend!!! I did ground combat, Edwin was my instructor very informative and fun. Definitely bring a towel and water it was more of a workout then expected. Will definitely be going back!!
The class is great! Smart instructor and very knowledgeable and still learning alot from Edwin.
New to Krav Maga? Start at DX Self Defense & Martial Arts
DX Self Defense & Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly school — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a self-defense class, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or athletic to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and instructors scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable schools build the fundamentals (stance, movement, and core self-defense techniques) over weeks, and controlled pressure-testing eases in gradually so every drill stays safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or Level 1 class time so your first session is alongside others who are also just starting out. Most schools are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Krav Maga class at DX Self Defense & Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a Krav Maga school for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling a few core techniques with a partner — controlled and at your own pace, not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move in — there's no uniform or special gear you need to buy to get started. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — most schools have everything else you'll need for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call what to bring. Pressure-testing eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid — you won't be sparring hard on day one. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign in and meet the instructor. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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