EMPOWERMENT SELF-DEFENSE (ESD) FOR WOMEN





Empowerment Self-Defense for Women



This 4-session course is open to all who identify as women, and the classes are designed for all ages (16+) and physical abilities.


In these classes you will learn a variety of skills to help increase your confidence and safety in everyday situations and in challenging ones. Some of the topics include awareness, avoidance strategies, projecting confidence, using intuition, setting and maintaining strong boundaries, and assertive language skills.


Students also learn effective physical techniques including releases from various holds, and ways to disable an assailant with basic kicks and strikes. Each technique is broken down into easy-to-learn components and practiced safely in class.




Join our next class -- register now to reserve your spot!


Empowerment Self-Defense for Women

October 5-26, 2025 (four Sundays)

10am - noon

Falk School (on Pitt's Upper Campus)

4060 Allequippa St, Pittsburgh, PA 15261


Cost: $120 for all four classes. Or pay what you can afford, no one is turned away for lack of funds.