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Self Defense Vancouver

Empowering Minds, Bodies, and Communities Through Empowerment Self-Defense

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    Regular Self-Defense Classes in Vancouver

    Be Your Own Hero is our weekly self-defense program for girls ages 9-13yrs: REGISTER HERE

    For women and teen classes, check out the Arise Self-Defense Club!

    NEW Online Course: HERE

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    School Based Programs & Resources

    • Book a martial artist in residence.

    • Whole-school and class-based options.

    • Various unit options, eg. boundary setting, interpersonal violence, etc.

    • Aligned with BC Curriculum for PHE and Core Competencies.

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    Private & Custom Workshops

    Custom-designed to your needs.

    Any age, any gender, any body.

    Enquire about our Professional Development workshops for educators and parents.

    Great for team building and corporate wellness events.

    Popular with Girl Guides and youth organizations.

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Self-Defense Programs for Women and Girls

Be Your Own Hero is our signature program for preteen girls.

Arise Self-Defense Club offers monthly and weekly classes for female and femme-identifying adults and teens.

We combine activities, games, discussions, mindfulness, movement, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu based self-defense in classes designed for all ages and all bodies. No experience required.

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School Services

Our mission is to empower students in schools (K-12) through tailored self-defense education, integrating social-emotional learning, experiential education approaches, and violence prevention strategies.

We support and collaborate with educators to meet curriculum requirements while cultivating safe and supportive environments where students can thrive emotionally, physically, and academically.

We also work with college-age students, staff, and parents!

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Custom Services

Discover the power of our customized workshops, 1:1 sessions, and consultancy services. Designed to empower individuals, community groups, Girl Guides, homeschoolers, PACs, corporate wellness, businesses, and organizations alike.

Contact us today to enquire about how we may work together.

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Self-defense is more than knowing a few kicks and punches, it’s about knowing…

You are worthy of being safe and respected.