Lioness Martial Arts teaches self-defense, assault prevention and personal safety skills to individuals and groups in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and beyond.

We specialize in empowerment self-defense training, with an emphasis on women and girls. Our comprehensive approach is designed to prepare our students with effective options that can be used in situations ranging from verbal harassment to physical assault. We are committed to providing expert instruction in a supportive and inclusive environment so that everyone can feel comfortable learning these valuable skills.

In addition to our regularly scheduled classes (see below), we offer self-defense and personal safety programs to corporations, schools, hospitals, nonprofit organizations and all kinds of private groups. These classes are customized to meet each group's particular needs, and are currently being taught online.

What Do Empowerment Self-Defense Students Learn?

Community Health Magazine: The Benefits of Self-Defense 

WESA: How to (Safely) Defuse Harassment and Bullying

NEW Evening Classes!

Self-Defense for Women

April 1, 8 and 15, 2021 
6:30 - 8:00pm

Build confidence and have fun while learning effective safety strategies, verbal skills and physical defenses in a supportive atmosphere with other women. Designed for beginners, these classes are perfect for all ages (16+) and abilities. Join us from anywhere on Zoom!

Please register in advance so we can send you the Zoom sign-in information

Dates:  April 1-15, 2021 (three Thursdays)
Time:   6:30pm - 8:00pm
Place:   Wherever you are
Cost:    Pay what you can afford, from $10 - $60 for all three classes


Interested in learning safety skills at home with friends, family or colleagues?

Please email us to discuss a workshop or program designed for your group! Or give us a call at 412.241.6519.