DESIGNED TO EMPOWER YOU WITH PRACTICAL SKILLS DO YOU HAVE ALL THE SUPPORT YOU NEED?
Personal safety, as a woman, can be an entirely different experience in today’s world. On top of that, many training environments are often male-dominated, which can make finding the right fit a challenge. At Six Blades Pacific Beach, you’ll find a welcoming community that values fun, positivity, and celebrates each and every milestone with you, all while building confidence, learning effective self-defense, and getting in great shape.
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DEFEND YOURSELF IN ALL SITUATIONS?
Do you want to lose weight and tone your muscles?
Do you want to feel prepared to defend yourself if you need to?
You want the self-esteem boost that comes with knowing you can fight.
THE DANGERS OF THE WORLD ARE ENDLESS
Learning to defend yourself goes far beyond carrying a weapon. The reality is that those who aren’t trained often end up putting themselves at greater risk, and that’s a serious concern. True safety comes from being prepared, both mentally and physically, to respond if you or someone you care about is threatened.
Women’s Self-Defense provides practical techniques that truly work in real-world situations. What you practice in class builds the confidence, awareness, and strength you’ll carry into every area of your life.
RESULTS AND GROWTH WITH EVERY CLASS!
Women’s Self-Defense teaches you how to protect yourself by building on your body’s natural reactions in threatening situations. Through training, you’ll develop strength, sharpen your reflexes, and grow your confidence, all while learning in a safe and supportive environment.
WOMEN’S SELF-DEFENSE STUDENTS WALK WITH CONFIDENCE AND PRIDE
One of the most challenging parts of learning self-defense is retraining your natural instincts so you can respond effectively under pressure.
Training in Women’s Self-Defense can be truly life-changing, especially for women. It shifts the narrative from waiting to be rescued to having the skills and confidence to protect yourself.
Our Women’s Only Self-Defense program empowers women to embrace their inner warrior and build a resilient mindset, even if they’ve experienced vulnerability in the past. Women don’t need size or strength to succeed, they just need the right guidance, a safe and supportive environment, and practical techniques they can rely on.
Women’s Self Defense TEACHES PRACTICAL SELF-DEFENSE TECHNIQUES
The idea of facing a larger, stronger attacker can feel intimidating, but Women’s Self-Defense is designed to help you replace fear with confidence.
By focusing on practical techniques that use leverage, positioning, and strategy, our program shows how even someone smaller can neutralize a bigger opponent and create the opportunity to escape safely.
Best of all, Women’s Self-Defense training naturally builds strength, agility, and resilience, skills that not only prepare you for self-defense situations but also carry over into everyday life.
Women’s Self Defense BUILDS MUSCLE AND MAXIMIZES PHYSICAL FITNESS
Nobody ever wants to be the victim of a crime—yet it’s something women face every single day. In a real-life, potentially life-threatening situation, attackers often target those they perceive as “easy prey,” relying on intimidation and strength to create vulnerability. The most powerful way to avoid being harmed is to be prepared and know how to protect yourself.
Our Women’s Self-Defense program teaches practical techniques designed specifically to help women escape dangerous positions and even turn the situation to their advantage.
Even the smallest woman can defend herself against a larger attacker when she has the right training. Self-defense doesn’t require overwhelming strength or athletic ability—it requires proven techniques, awareness, and confidence.
WOMEN’S SELF-DEFENSE BUILDS STRENGTH INSIDE AND OUT
It can be hard to find a workout that pushes you both physically and mentally. The truth is, treadmills and weight machines can only go so far—but self-defense training gives you something deeper: strength with purpose.
Women’s Self-Defense is dynamic, engaging, and fun. Learning how to use leverage, awareness, and effective techniques to protect yourself requires determination, focus, and resilience. You’ll discover muscles you didn’t know you had while sharpening your mind in the process.
Many women come to class simply wanting to feel safer—but often they find so much more. They gain confidence, build lasting friendships, and develop a mindset that carries into every part of their lives.
MEMBER REVIEWS OF Six Blades Pacific Beach
Dive into the real stories! Check out genuine reviews from our martial arts family and see for yourself the difference we’re making in lives every day. Don’t just take our word for it!
We love Professor Gustavo and all the coaches at Six Blades!!! The classes are engaging and challenging. The homework has really helped spark conversations with my son about great values like Respect, Discipline, and Self-Control. All the coaches are kind and earnest. I appreciate that the classes are fun, but the kids are really challenged to pay attention and follow directions. Highly recommend!
Six Blades Pacific Beach is hands down the best academy I’ve ever trained at! The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about teaching. Whether you’re a beginner or well experienced, they make you feel welcome and help you progress at your own pace.
The environment is supportive, and the community is amazing—everyone is friendly, respectful, and eager to help each other improve. The facility is clean, well-maintained, and provides a great space for training.
I also appreciate their dedication to teaching kids. The instructors do an incredible job instilling discipline, confidence, and resilience in young students while keeping classes fun and engaging.
If you’re looking for a top-tier Jiu Jitsu academy in San Diego, this is the place to be. Highly recommend!
We are currently in the program at Six Blades Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and it has been an amazing experience! Professor Gustavo and his team create a welcoming and supportive environment that’s perfect for my 6-year-old daughter. She’s learning essential self-defense skills in their dedicated classes while also developing discipline and confidence. The engaging classes keep kids motivated, and we couldn’t be happier with her progress. Highly recommend!
My Children and my family love the leadership at Six Blades Jiu Jitsu. My kids workout 3 times a week and have chances to test their skills in friendly tournaments. They want to make their coaches and professor proud. It’s is an encouraging and empowering environment. Great for all ages but we really love the kids program. My kids have made life long friendships and really look up to higher ranked kids and their coaches. I couldnt be more happy with the location and the easy parking in PB. We love it! ❤️
My daughters started at Six Blades when they were 4 and 3, with no martial arts experience. Professors Gustavo and Maggie immediately made them feel welcome and excited to try new things. Each leader’s patience level is incredible, I have learned so much about interacting with children by watching them. Also, having three daughters, I appreciate how there are male and female instructors, each with their own strengths and relationship with the kids. Couldn’t recommend Six Blades more…has changed my family for the better.
A Welcoming and Challenging Jiu-Jitsu Community
The instructors are very knowledgeable, patient, and supportive! Professor Gustavo is an incredible teacher. His attention to detail and ability to break down complex techniques has made learning so much easier for my daughters. He’s also incredibly patient and always willing to answer questions. My girls have learned so much! The staff and students are incredibly welcoming. Everyone is supportive of each other, regardless of skill level. It’s a great place to learn and grow, both as a martial artist and as a person. The mats are always clean, and the facility is well-equipped with everything you need for training. The membership rates are very reasonable, especially considering the quality of the instruction and the facilities. Needless to say we love our Six Blades Family and am sure you will love it to!
We could not recommend this academy more! We have been bringing 2 of our little kids here for almost 2 years and the coaches have become like family to us! Coach Gustavo & Mehgan are the best at not only building little warriors on the mat, but also off the mat. They truly care about the kids becoming champions in all aspects of life; showing up for birthday parties, other sports games, family gatherings, etc. We could not be more thankful that we found this academy and for the way they care for our kiddos!
My kids do the age4-6 class MWF in the afternoons and I am so impressed with and grateful for Professor Gustavo and his team of coaches as well as the gym facilities. We recommend this gym to every family in the area that we know and only a few months in we are seeing incredible progress and development in our kids. Nothing but great things to say.
Awesome place, coaches, and students! Very welcoming and Highly recommend to anyone considering training or looking for a great place to train.
Great group to learn from, train with, and be a part of…. No brainer.
I had the good fortune to meet Professor Gustavo Diaz several years ago but wasn’t able to train with him until recently!
I have dropped by Six Blades Pacific Beach several times. Always welcomed and treated like family I trained with them at a weeknight class and have attended open mats.
Every person I encountered was welcoming and were great to train with. I have come to expect this from anyone that trains under the lineage of Saulo and Xande Ribeiro. I have trained at Six Blades La Quinta for years with the same quality instruction, clean facility, and friendly atmosphere.
Time with Professor Gus and Professor Leo was productive and I left with some pointers and details to help my game.
I look forward to joining them every time I am in San Diego. OSS!
Just a great place to train! I’ve practiced martial arts on and off for most of my life, and found myself immediately at home here. Professors Gustavo and Leo live and breathe jujutsu, and have created a great environment, technical, safe and fun. Highly recommended for beginners and experts alike!
Definitely the best place to learn jiu jitsu from. Very knowledgeable coaches and welcoming vibes for beginners & competitors. Also, facilities are top notch!
Six Blades pacific beach is an amazing academy! Professor Gustavo is truly world-class, and his instructors are wonderful. The students are super welcoming and really technical. If you’re in San Diego, you definitely have to check out this BJJ Academy!
I had a great training experience with Professor Gustavo at Six Blades Pacific Beach. Professor and the school were so welcoming and made me feel like home and part of the family. The quality of the training was great! If you are visiting or live in the area, please check out the school. It is a great environment to train and grow your skill in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. I will definitely train again at this school during my next visit.
Very welcoming atmosphere! I’m a white belt from Nebraska and was in town for a wedding, I wanted to get some training in last minute and reached on on Friday and they responded very quickly and got me set up for open mat on a Saturday and a personal on Sunday. A great gym to drop in at if you’re in the area!
Great jiu jitsu and great people!! Gustavo was so friendly and such a good professor, the academy it’s really clean and organized and people make you feel like home! If I would come back to San Diego definitely will visit again!!
Six Blades Jiu-Jitsu is an amazing academy with excellent facilities and a welcoming atmosphere. I especially want to highlight Professor Gustavo, who made me feel very welcome. Not only does he have high-level jiu-jitsu skills, but he is also a kind-hearted person, always willing to teach and help students improve. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to grow in the sport and train in a positive environment!
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FAQs
Not at all! Our program is designed for beginners and experienced students alike. You’ll learn step by step in a safe, supportive environment, with techniques that work for all body types and fitness levels.
Yes! Our training combines practical self-defense skills with a full-body workout. You’ll build strength, improve coordination, increase endurance, and gain confidence—while having fun.
No. While we teach proven physical techniques, the program also emphasizes awareness, prevention, and confidence-building. The goal isn’t to fight, but to give you the tools to avoid danger and protect yourself if needed.
Comfortable workout clothes like leggings, shorts, or a t-shirt are perfect. We’ll guide you through everything else you need. If special gear is required later, we’ll help you with recommendations.
Absolutely. Women’s Self-Defense is designed around leverage, technique, and strategy—not size or strength. Even the smallest person can effectively defend themselves with the right training and mindset.
MORE BENEFITS
Women’s Self Defense relieves stress and anxiety and increases mental well-being.
Women’s Self Defense helps build strength, flexibility, and endurance.
Women’s Self Defense improves cardiovascular fitness and overall health.
Women’s Self Defense strengthens the mind-body connection, improves concentration, and encourages discipline and goal-setting.
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