Name: Buckeye Self Defense
Address: 939 E Johnstown Rd, Columbus, OH, 43230, US
Telephone: (614) 407-6847
Rating: 4.9

Where children can build strength, grow confident, enhance discipline, and learn the value of self defense. Ages 6 to 12. Joe has been practicing Krav Maga for the better part of 9 years. He got his start at the largest Krav Maga Gym in central Ohio at the time in late 2011, and began instructing in 2016.

Joe earned his Black Belt with the United States Krav Maga Association in 2017, and earned his 2nd Degree in 2018. Joe has a passion for child safety and teaching children principles of discipline to keep Krav Maga as a defense option for kids. Joe currently serves as the chief instructor of our Kids Krav Maga Program.

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Michael Bowles

Aug 31, 2021

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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value
My son attends this program weekly and we LOVE it! It is not just self defense, but it is respect and responsibility! Wonderful atmosphere for boys and girls alike!

Shawn Don

Aug 22, 2020

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The instructors are extremely knowledgeable and patient. They can take complicated techniques amd break them down into easily digestible bits. One of the finest programs i jave ever had the privelage to attend.

MaryBeth Green

Jul 27, 2020

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Worth it and would go again, very helpful and awesome! 10/10 recommend!

Bleu Arbuthnot

Jul 02, 2020

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Great group of instructors that aim to improve their students' knowledge, skills, and confidence in protecting themselves across situations and settings! Love this place!

Jaclynn Hartenstein

Jan 11, 2020

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Came to a free women’s self defense learning class held by Scott and really enjoyed the time and the learning the basics of how to protect myself but also understanding a little knowledge of how the human body itself is a weapon and how to use it against predators. Also the importance of self awareness. Very eye opening, helpful and knowledgeable.

Richard Harrison

Jan 08, 2020

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I joined this gym recently and it’s been an incredible experience. The trainers are not only masters of their industry but they have a passion to teach others and are great teachers themselves. I felt at home right away and have already learned a ton. Highly recommend.

Jack Gabalski

Nov 28, 2019

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While this location is fairly new, the instructors have been teaching in the area for years. There's a great positive energy and the training is top notch. The classes are fun, but we work hard with one goal in mind: keeping ourselves and loved ones safe.
If you've been thinking about self defense training, at least take their intro class and get a taste of what they do. See you there!

Kimberly Kelley

Oct 08, 2019

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I took my daughter here and we did a self defense class together. The trainer was amazing.. The class was amazing and we loved it.

Rokeidra Currie

Sep 21, 2019

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I found this class to be extremely informative and the staff was very pleasant and knew their stuff! Plan on coming back!

Karen Coyle

Aug 29, 2019

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Excellent training on being aware of your surroundings in order to avoid dangerous or compromising situations. Excellent mental & physical training on what and how to escape or defend oneself if attacked. Highly recommended for ALL ages and all stages of life!!!