Violence against women and girls is one of the most widespread and devastating human rights violations in the world. A third of all women and girls experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetime.
Protecting yourself starts with knowledge. Learning to identify and avoid potential threats—and knowing how to defend yourself when necessary—can give you the confidence to feel safer in your everyday life.
Our workshops and seminars are tailored to tackle the real-life threats we face today, and equip you with the tools to feel prepared and empowered.
You’ll learn practical safety strategies to integrate into your daily routine and travel plans, gain hands-on experience in physical defence techniques, and have the opportunity to earn a certification through our courses.
Joanna founded Women's Self-Defense UK with a mission to empower women across London by providing practical tools and strategies to protect themselves—whether at work, in social spaces, or at home.
With over 23 years of experience in martial arts as a coach, competitor, and World Champion in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Joanna combines her expertise with insights gained from years working in the security sector. Understanding the unique challenges faced by vulnerable individuals, she has designed courses that equip participants with the knowledge, awareness, and skills needed to tackle threatening situations with more confidence and clarity.
Over the past decade, Joanna has collaborated with schools, charities, universities, and corporate organizations to promote personal safety and teach effective self-defense strategies.
Women's Self-Defence Workshops
Our weekend workshops are designed for women and girls aged 16+ (or 14+ if accompanied by an adult) and provide hands-on experience in dealing with common attacks. For those who want to delve deeper into prevention and threat detection, we recommend signing up for our Certification Courses.
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Private Tuition (Self-Defence)
Book one of our coaches for a private session, available at your chosen location or one of our studios. We welcome students of all ages, starting from 4 years old.
For private tuition, we recommend individual one-on-one sessions or small groups of up to four participants.
Standard rate: £100 per hour
Seminars and Workshops for Organisations
We offer talks and workshops for organisations and schools.
Available Webinar Topics: Personal Safety, Building Confidence.
Our Self-Defence Workshops are hands-on physical sessions delivered at your chosen location or at one of our studios.
Standard price starts at £250 per workshops and £150 per Webinar
