Christina

Initially drawn to the discipline of self-defense shortly after she started standup comedy, Christina knew that the scene could feel safer for female comedians and enlisted the expertise of Rachel Mahloch, founder of Battle Woman, to organize self defense workshops for her and her peers.

The goal was to arm performers with the tools—both physical and verbal—to navigate and de-escalate unsafe situations, whether on stage or off. Christina was amazed by the impact of this workshop and chose to train to be an instructor herself.

Christina uses her personal story of surviving sexual abuse and navigating anxiety and body dysmorphia to influence her teaching style. Her unique combination of empathy and humor creates a safe and approachable space to learn life saving skills. She believes that women of all ages deserve the right to navigate this world with the confidence and security that comes with knowing how to protect themselves.