Independent · Akron, OH
The Academy of Self-Defense
A profile of The Academy of Self-Defense — a Independent school in Akron, OH . 4.8★ across 68 public Google reviews.
Last verified from public sources on 2026-06-01. First-person visit notes coming after I roll there.
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What to expect at The Academy of Self-Defense
Independent gyms vary widely — the head coach's personal obsessions usually define the room. The strongest indies often produce deeper technique than affiliate gyms because the lead instructor is teaching what they're personally chasing.
0 0A note on this profile
This page is a public-source profile of The Academy of Self-Defense. I haven't visited yet — when I do, this page will be updated with first-person notes on the roll, the room, the coaching style, the kids program (one of my kids may come along when we start scouting where they'll begin), and the drop-in process. If you're reading this and you run The Academy of Self-Defense, I'd love to coordinate a visit.
Reach me at hello@tylergarrett.com.
Common questions about The Academy of Self-Defense
+Where is The Academy of Self-Defense located?
The Academy of Self-Defense is at 1220 E Tallmadge Ave, Akron, OH 44310.
+What's the phone number for The Academy of Self-Defense?
You can reach The Academy of Self-Defense at (330) 814-5058.
+What's the class schedule at The Academy of Self-Defense?
The Academy of Self-Defense's schedule is published on their site (https://theacademyofself-defense.com/Home/Schedule). I always confirm by phone before showing up — class slots shift more than schedule pages do.
+Does The Academy of Self-Defense take drop-ins?
The Academy of Self-Defense doesn't publish a drop-in fee on its site. The polite move: email or call ahead, mention you're traveling, ask the rate. Most gyms in Austin land in the $30–$50 range.
+What's The Academy of Self-Defense's Google rating?
The Academy of Self-Defense has a 4.8-star average across 68 Google reviews as of my last check (2026-06-01 15:31:28).
Site quality audit — The Academy of Self-Defense
A practical look at how The Academy of Self-Defense's online presence stacks up. Useful if you're a coach reading this and wondering where to spend a Sunday afternoon improving the site, or a visitor trying to gauge how recently the school is paying attention to its public face.
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- 4.8★ · 68 reviews
Audit captured from public sources 2026-06-01. Data refreshes as the site re-crawls.
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