FAQs

The Battle Woman® program stands apart because its philosophy is rooted in the belief that self-defense extends far beyond physical training, The majority of sexual violence happens at or near the victims home by someone the victim knows. Assault prevention requires preparation, planning and practice, therefore it's critical to provide the opportunity for skill development and confidence building as early and as often as possible.

Our classes take a unique approach to a sensitive topic by teaching interchangeable physical and mental tools that can be used in a variety of different situations. This includes, for example, learning to use your voice to set boundaries, personal awareness and threat assessment strategies, along with the technical training derived from multiple disciplines.

Created with a woman’s body in mind, each technique is tested to ensure its effectiveness across a wide range of abilities including those with physical limitations or injuries. Dynamic and unpredictable by nature, real world self-defense requires us to be adaptive to the environment, which means our techniques are not prescriptive. Students are encouraged to explore the what if scenarios and make adjustments to capitalize on their own personal strengths.

The Battle Woman® program is an immersive self-defense education that equips women with simple tools and resources to empower themselves. 

Ongoing group classes, workshops and seminars explore a variety of uncomplicated and practical techniques that prepare women for real life scenarios; replacing fear and uncertainty with confidence in their ability to defend against some common attack methods, as well as recognize or avoid potentially dangerous situations.

Appropriate for all skill levels. No prior experience necessary.

 You will learn:

• Personal awareness and threat assessment strategies 
• How to recognize and avoid potentially dangerous situations (trust your gut!)
• De-escalation strategies 
• How to set and reset boundaries
• Practical skills that can be used in a variety of situations
• Breath control to help you remain calm under stress
• Visualization exercises
• Role-playing and "what if" scenarios
• and so much more

Self-protection is a self care tool that is important and relevant for you!

In addition to the direct benefit of gaining the ability to defend yourself, self-defense training also helps you feel less anxious and more effective in all aspects of your life.

 Ongoing training also:

• Improves situational awareness
• Develops a greater sense of balance and coordination
• Increases self-confidence and self-control‍
• Teaches how to recognize, handle and manage fear 
• Provides an energy outlet and stress relief
• Develops assertiveness while reducing aggressiveness‍
• Teaches quick decision making
• Improves physical conditioning
• Nurtures the healing process

Your personal goals will determine how much you wish to practice. For members who want this to be a part of their self care routine, we recommend a minimum of 2 hours a week to learn, practice and maintain the basic level skills.

Women who would like to level up to the intermediate/advanced curriculum, would like to become an instructor, or develop their own personalized training plan should expect to train more than 2 hours per week, and should contact us directly.

Classes are interactive, where students are encouraged to participate in discussions that nurture the learning environment on an individual and group level.

Techniques, workouts, skills/drills are designed to be adaptable to each individual.  We recommend that you contact us prior to your first session to discuss your specific needs or concerns.