Self Defence Workshop for Women - Streetwise

Course intent

The Streetwise workshop will help you be more aware of your surroundings, to notice people or situations that might represent a threat and how best to respond. This workshop will teach you practical ways of how you or someone you are caring for can feel safer when out and about.

What will I learn?

All self-defence lessons will help you be more aware of your surroundings, noticing people or situations that might represent a threat and knowing how to move away. Prevention is always the first stage of any self-defence technique. You will learn how to deal with an attacker, helping you end an attack as soon as possible and get away.

We will cover the following topics:

Personal safety, using your voice, body postures, self-defence strategies, using everyday objects to defend yourself, protecting your bag and valuables, pick pocketing, snatching, sexual crime, stalking, when to call for help, victim support and where to go for further information and support.

You will learn how to use hand and elbow strikes, how to kick and learn the break a wooden board with a hand technique. There will be lots of discussion and role plays. This is a sociable and fun workshop jammed packed with tried and tested techniques for women of all ages.

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

This workshop is specifically designed for women. We welcome women of all ages, ability, fitness level and prior experience. The workshop is suitable for complete self-defence beginners or women wanting to refresh their knowledge.

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

Please bring the following to the session: - Wear your everyday clothes, but ensure they are comfortable. - Drinking water bottle – fountains are available in the centres.

What can I do when I finish the course?

We offer a variety of courses and workshops throughout the term, look at our website for all the details and locations. It would be great to see you again and to refresh your gained knowledge.

Additional Information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class.

We value and support equality, diversity and inclusion by promoting fairness and respect at all times.

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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