I'm looking to learn a martial art (any martial art) that will realistically help me defend myself if needed. I want to find a place that has some sort of sparring so I can learn how to use the moves I am taught. I see some gyms in my area, but the only ones I have found info on are 30 minutes away from my house. Seeing as I work 30 minutes from home then have to drive 30 minutes to a martial arts class then 30 minutes back home I never see my family. I live in the north Kansas City area (everything I've heard about is down south), does anyone know of a place/martial art in my area that would be great for real life self defense?

Thanks