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Self defense classes

Self-defence classes

This workshop is a combination of lecture and hands-on practice that will focus on situational awareness and practical tactics that can help you avoid unfortunate situations. Classes are open to everyone 13+ years.

Benefits of learning self-defence

  • Increase confidence to feel safer in your daily activities
  • Develop skills and strategies to recognize and avoid unsafe situations
  • Practice the skills required to defend one’s self
  • Get instructor help with specific situations that may cause you concern
  • Physical and mental health

Types of self-defence classes

You can register online, in person at our Recreation facilities, or by calling
403-268-3800.

Registration for fall programs, classes and day camps is open.

Programs and classes begin in September.

 

About our self-defence instructors

  • Certification and/or advanced training in Self Defence
  • Previous leadership and instructional expertise
  • Ability to teach all levels and ages
  • Standard first-aid, CPR, AED, police checks
  • Instructors may teach skills from various martial arts and how to apply them

What are classes like?

Our workshops are open to all levels of fitness, experience and genders - ages 13+ years. Previous martial arts experience is not required.

Workshops run 2 - 3 hours. They include a lecture component, hands-on skills, practical tactics and situational awareness training. Instructors will adapt the class to focus on the areas of concern that participants have.

Come prepared

  • Bring a water bottle
  • Wear comfortable clothing
  • Bring clean, indoor athletic shoes that have not been worn outdoors
  • *Bring a note pad. (Optional)

More martial arts and self-defence classes

Learn how to set up an account, register for programs and find information on cancellations in the help section of Live and Play.

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