Home › Rhode Island › Bristol › Ultimate Defense Bristol
Ultimate Defense Bristol
4.8 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Bristol, Rhode Island
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & teens Krav Maga classes for kids and teens (ages 5–14) — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule bristolultimatedefense.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (401) 474-1502
Hours
| Monday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“It’s been 4 years now, and my son is more confident, has more self control, is more focused, and able to defend himself if ever needed.”
“He met with her one on one to give her an insight to what classes would be like and then invited her into a class to try it out.”
“Now there's even Adult Fitness Kickboxing!”
“I would definitely recommend this program to those seeking not only knowledge and skills in self defense but also looking to be within just an all around positive environment.”
“The dojo is always clean and sensei has such patience with all levels of kids.”
Other martial arts here
“He really enjoys it especially learning newer techniques like kickboxing and ju-jitsu.”
What students say
“Black Belt last year and I thought that they did such a great job of balancing being encouraging while also pushing their limits to achieve their best.”
“Sensei Austin and his team are very committed to teaching the students self- discipline, leadership, self-defense, confidence and other important tools.”
“It’s been 4 years now, and my son is more confident, has more self control, is more focused, and able to defend himself if ever needed.”
“The dojo is always clean and sensei has such patience with all levels of kids.”
“Worth it in so many ways.”
“Our son has become more patient, focused and motivated to be the best person he can be throughout his lessons.”
From the reviews
It is a privilege to be apart of this organization! The main focus in the martial arts program is teaching kids how to be a Black Belt physically and mentally! There's constant praising and positive reinforcement to help boost kids' confidence!
Ultimate Defense has been amazing! It’s been 4 years now, and my son is more confident, has more self control, is more focused, and able to defend himself if ever needed. It was recommended by our pediatrician at a young age, and I’m so glad we started when we did.
Sensei Austin took my daughter in with open arms about a year and a half ago. He met with her one on one to give her an insight to what classes would be like and then invited her into a class to try it out. At the time, she was shy and a bit reserved.
My two kids absolutely love it here. They came from another school and the difference was night and day. This school renewed their motivation and dedication to the process. It’s more than learning karate, it’s also a healthy dose of life lessons.
New to Krav Maga? Start at Ultimate Defense Bristol
Ultimate Defense Bristol 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 Ultimate Defense Bristol
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.
More Krav Maga schools near Bristol
Kingdom Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 14 reviews
🛡️ Free intro class — check their site
Evolve Performance Fitness Boot Camps, Krav Maga & Youth Athlete Training
5 ★★★★★ 9 reviews
Krav Maga Providence | Krav Maga Classes in RI
5 ★★★★★ 4 reviews
🛡️ Free intro class — check their site