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Self Defense America
5 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Deer Park, Texas
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule yaegerselfdefenseofamerica.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (281) 479-3880
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–9:15 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–9:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30–9:15 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–9:15 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–9:15 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been training here for the past year and a half, and I’ve seen incredible growth in his confidence, courage, and abilities.”
“Everyone — from beginners to advanced students — is encouraged to grow at their own pace, with constant guidance and encouragement from the instructors.”
“Grand Master Yaeger has a fabulous program which includes after school, martial arts, anti-bullying, sparring, and self-defense.”
“I trained here when I was in high school 20 years ago.”
Other martial arts here
“When he was in Jiu-Jitsu, he began asking to stay home pretty frequently.”
“We have been so impressed with the confidence and abilities my boys have learned and my husband is in the best shape of his life, great exercise, and self defense!”
What members say
“Everyone — from beginners to advanced students — is encouraged to grow at their own pace, with constant guidance and encouragement from the instructors.”
“We have been so impressed with the confidence and abilities my boys have learned and my husband is in the best shape of his life, great exercise, and self defense!”
“Grand Master Yaeger has a fabulous program which includes after school, martial arts, anti-bullying, sparring, and self-defense.”
“We have been so impressed with the confidence and abilities my boys have learned and my husband is in the best shape of his life, great exercise, and self defense!”
“He not only teaches with skill and patience, but he’s also approachable and friendly with me as a parent.”
From the reviews
Master Chris Yaeger is one of the best martial arts instructors I have ever had the pleasure of learning from. The Pasadena Police Dept and Pasadena Swat Team depend on his style and instruction, so why shouldn't I? You won't regret it.
I’ve been training at Self Defense America for about four years now, and it has been an incredibly rewarding experience. Grand Master Yaegar and his team of instructors are truly exceptional — they bring a deep level of knowledge, professionalism, and passion to every class.
My son joined almost two years ago and loves going. When he was in Jiu-Jitsu, he began asking to stay home pretty frequently. To this day, that has not been the case with MMA. His confidence and sense of belonging is great to see.
I trained here when I was in high school 20 years ago. When I moved back to texas a few years ago I IMMEDIATELY knew where I wanted to continue my martial arts journey and that was with Grandmaster Yaeger! The instructors here are top notch and their passion for teaching and the martial arts is evident!
New to kickboxing? Start at Self Defense America
Self Defense America comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first kickboxing class at Self Defense America
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches 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 the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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