Self Defense Classes in Travelers Rest, SC
Our new martial arts school will open soon in Travelers Rest, SC, but you can start today with 5 free video classes. Get step-by-step lessons delivered right to your inbox and learn real self defense skills from home.
The World Is Dangerous, and Nothing
Hits Harder Than Life.
Problems like these are why we built Guardian Self Defense. Because martial arts training and self defense classes make us strong enough to take on life’s challenges no matter what form they take. We specialize in delivering real world self defense skills in a positive and safe training environment for families and adults in Travelers Rest, Greenville, Greer, and Taylors, SC, designed to help you fight your daily battles. Train with us and, when times get tough, you’ll be ready inside and out.
Family-Friendly Martial Arts Classes That Actually Work.
No matter where you are in life, we have a martial arts program that will meet your needs and goals. You’ll become the confident self defender that you’ve always wanted to be through practical martial arts training. The kind that has others feeling safer just because you’re around — whether you’re raising a family in Travelers Rest or living and working in Greenville, Greer, or Taylors, SC.
Little Dragons
Fun meets discipline in a way that keeps kids engaged while teaching life skills they’ll carry into school and beyond.
Kids Self Defense
Our kids self defense classes build discipline, and practical martial arts skills your child needs to stay safe and thrive.
Adults Self Defense
Build strength, resilience and practical martial arts skills you can use to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.
Private Classes
Get the full attention of your instructor in a session designed specifically for you at a time that fits your busy schedule.
The Benefits Go Beyond the Mat
You’re not just learning moves — martial arts training has an effect on every part of your life. With consistent practice, you’ll feel stronger, safer, and more confident that you can handle yourself if something ever happens.
Improved Focus and Self Control
Martial arts training helps kids build focus, discipline, and self control that carry over into all facets of life. Wherever you go, these life skills go with you.
Real World Self Defense Skills
We don’t teach fake martial arts. We teach practical, real world self defense skills that actually work and prepare you for real life street situations.
more strength and confidence
Become physically stronger, mentally calmer, and more ready to handle whatever life throws at you with confidence and control.
Improved health and Fitness
Get ready to ruin your relationship with the treadmill. Martial arts classes give you a full-body workout, and you’ve never had more fun breaking a sweat.
We’re Opening Soon in Travelers Rest, But You Can Get Started Today.
Train From Home with 5 Free Video Classes
Guardian Self Defense will open its doors soon in Travelers Rest, SC, but you can get started right now with 5 free video classes delivered right to your inbox. There are absolutely no commitments and zero strings attached. We just want a chance to show you what we’re all about.
Easy To Follow Self Defense Training Classes…
You’ll learn the essential foundations of our self defense system, delivered in a way that lets you train at your own pace. If that’s not enough, we’ve made it easy for you to reach out and get support. You’re sure to be a stronger, more capable self defender than you were before.
…For Beginners, or Anyone Interested In Our Classes…
Whether you have trained in a martial art before, or are completely new, this is the perfect way for you to explore our style from home and take the first steps to building the confidence and self defense skills you’ve always wanted for you and your child.
…And Early Access To The Offer of A Lifetime.
Real self defense training. Hours of teaching. Effective martial arts skills — but that’s not even the best part. After the videos, you’ll have early access to our special Founders Membership for families and adults in Travelers Rest, Greenville, Greer, and Taylors, SC. It’s a limited-time offer, with the lowest rate that we will ever offer. This isn’t something you want to miss, and we’ll make sure you’re first in line.
Why Greenville Families Love Guardian Self Defense
Families and adults from Travelers Rest, Greenville, Greer, and Taylors, SC are seeing real results with Guardian Self Defense. From building confidence and focus in kids to mastering practical self defense skills, our students are gaining more than martial arts training — they’re learning to feel safe and strong in everyday life.
"We’ve had a wonderful experience with Sifu Aaron as our son’s Jeet Kune Do instructor over the past 3 years. Our son looks forward to every class and has shown noticeable improvements in focus, discipline, and self-confidence since training with him.
Sifu Aaron has a great way of connecting with kids while still maintaining high standards and respect. He explains techniques clearly, encourages questions, and creates a positive, supportive environment. We highly recommend Sifu Aaron to any parent looking for a skilled and thoughtful martial arts instructor."
"Fun. Challenging. Safety first. I learned basic and advanced skills while personally training with Aaron. I believe him to be of strong character and well respected by other martial artists. His depth of knowledge and experience is very impressive. Aaron is an excellent instructor who clearly demonstrates new skills to ensure progress is being made. I would recommend him for any age group or gender for self defense."
"Aaron has been an incredible instructor for my son and daughter for over 2½ years. He originally started working with my son, and the growth I’ve seen since then has been truly transformative. My son is now 9 years old, and his self-confidence, discipline, and overall personal growth have improved in ways that extend far beyond class and into every area of his life. I absolutely credit a large part of that to Aaron’s leadership, guidance, and consistency over the years...
...I truly cannot say enough good things about him. If you’re looking for a place to start, or even considering switching, Aaron is someone I would highly recommend without hesitation."
Built by Lifelong Martial Artists Who Love to share Their Craft
We designed every element of our programs to help families in Travelers Rest, Greenville, Greer, and Taylors, SCgrow and develop life skills, confidence, and practical self defense abilities. From our training methods to our flexible class schedule and family-friendly atmosphere, Guardian Self Defense is built to help you get results — not drain your wallet.
Frequently Asked Guessed Questions
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Yes, absolutely free. The catch is that we love what we do and we want you to love it too. Hopefully these videos will make it easy for you to get started and understand why. If you do, and want more, then you know where to find us 😉
No problem! Just call, text, or email us with any questions you might have and we'll get back to you. Simple as that 👍
We teach Jeet Kune Do and Wing Chun. These are incredible self defense systems that can work for anyone and are effective for real world environments. We also take a pragmatic, but principled approach to their application. These arts are tools for your self defense. They are meant to serve you, instead of you serving them — and we keep it that way.
We don't have an exact date yet, but we're planning to open our doors for training in February 2026. Our 5 free video classes can give you a head start while you're waiting. February will be here before you know it so keep your eyes peeled.
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This is the first step to building the strength, confidence, and self defense skills you've always wanted for you and your child — and you can do it at home for FREE with absolutely no strings attached.
