Celebration of International Women's Day - Self Defence Workshop

This special edition 2hr workshop is the perfect for women to learn self-defence with other women in a fun, safe and supportive environment.

We believe the best results come from empowering the individual. So during this short course, you will learn various essential self-defence techniques as well as relevant skills that directly relate to your lifestyle and circumstances.

You'll start by learning basic self-defence moves that you can put into practice right away. We focus on relevant and realistic street-smart self-defence. You will have freedom to ask questions as we go so you get the answers you need.

This self defence workshop covers:

• Dealing with an escalating situation
• Wrist grab escape
• Defence from holds against the wall
• Weapon avoidance
• Body language & communication
• Basic grab defence and strikes

FAQs

Who can participate?

The workshop is available to all women, female identifying, trans, and non-binary folk.

Can I bring my kids?

You are most welcome to bring children but please note, there are adult themes discussed in this workshop.

Is there any contact in this class?

There is precision striking on training pads. During this workshop you will be testing self defence moves so there is contact with others in the program.

I have never had martial arts lessons before, is this right class for me?

We run through skills for women wanting to learn street smart self defence skills in a supportive environment. If you would like to gain some new skills with a great group of people then this is the program for you.

This workshops suits all fitness levels and little to no level of previous experience.

What should I wear?

Participants should wear comfortable and loose fitting work out clothes. Don't forget your bottle of water.

IWD 2022 campaign theme: #BreakTheBias

Imagine a gender equal world.

A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination.

A world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive.

A world where difference is valued and celebrated.

Together we can forge women's equality.

Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias.