There are many ways to protect yourself. And among the best is to learn a martial art. It can help you feel safer and 
defend yourself in a frightening situation. Also, it can help you feel better about yourself and be more physically fit. But which martial art should you choose? That question requires some careful thought. Because not all martial arts are the same. So here are some of the top options of martial arts for self defense.
Krav Maga
This martial art comes from Israel, and incorporates ideas from Western Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu, and Greco-Roman Wrestling, along with Wing Chung. Krav Maga focuses on street survival and incapacitating your attacker. What makes this martial art unique is that it is based on a defense and attack at the same time, instead of defending against a strike and then attacking as a separate move.
Keysi Fighting Method
Based on Spanish street fighting, this martial art gives you the skills to defend yourself against multiple people at once. It can take upwards of six years to learn all the moves. But it is very effective for fighting in close quarters and quickly disabling a person with a minimum of effort. Strikes are quick and efficient, and the stance helps protect the neck, chest, and head from harm.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
As one of the more popular options, this martial art mixes throws and strikes with ground fighting so you get an overall opportunity for control of the situation. Getting someone off their feet and using a hold that forces the attacker unconscious can help you protect yourself. However, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu takes strong discipline and is not generally learned quickly.
Western Boxing
Boxing uses punching, without kicking or other types of specific moves. Boxers learn to throw punches that are stronger and faster than what the average population can replicate. That can be very useful in a fight where you need to defend yourself. However, it doesn’t help you against someone who is also good with kicks or a ground game/wrestling style.
Jeet Kune Do
With an adaptable style that was a favorite of Bruce Lee, this option keeps you in one stance and lets you make changes quickly. Kicks are low to protect the groin and standing leg. Also, strike deflection and throws are incorporated. The fighting style is loose overall, and not as structured as many other options. So, that can mean a faster adaptation to new situations. However, it can also equal a lack of clear options during a fight.
As you can see, there are many options when choosing the best martial arts for self defense. In the end, it is a highly personal choice that only you can decide for yourself. So study your options and try one out for size.