Empowerment Through Self-Defence - Nov/Dec 2025

Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 05:30 pm to Thu, 18 Dec, 2025 at 06:30 pm UTC+00:00

Outhouse LGBTQ+ Centre | Dublin 1

Outhouse LGBTQ+ Centre
Publisher/HostOuthouse LGBTQ+ Centre
Empowerment Through Self-Defence - Nov\/Dec 2025
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Join our five-week self-defence course designed to give LGBTQ+ people the tools and skills to feel more confident in protecting themselves.
About this Event

Feeling safe and empowered is a right we all deserve. Our five-week self-defence course is designed to give LGBTQ+ people the tools and skills to feel more confident in protecting themselves.

This course is open to all, regardless of fitness level or previous experience, and will provide you with practical techniques to help navigate potential safety concerns.

Our experienced instructor, Declan Kidd, has years of training in martial arts and self-defence, with a special focus on inclusive, trauma-sensitive methods. Declan is passionate about creating a supportive environment where everyone can learn at their own pace.

Course Details:

  • Dates: Thursdays, 20th November - 18th December
  • Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
  • Location: Outhouse LGBTQ+ Centre, 105 Capel Street
  • Cost: €35 for the full course (5 sessions)*


Each week focuses on building new skills:

  • Week 1 - 20th Nov: Basic strikes and targets
  • Week 2 - 27th Nov: Defending against grabs
  • Week 3 - 4th Dec: Defending against strikes
  • Week 4 - 11th Dec: Defending against holds and chokes
  • Week 5 - 18th Dec: Situational awareness (prevention), improvised weapons, ground fighting, and defence against multiple attackers


Join us for a practical, engaging course that will help you feel more secure, no matter where you are. Spaces are limited**, so register today!

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*The course fee is set simply to cover the cost of the professional instructor, and no profit is being made. If the price is a barrier for you, please reach out to us via email to [email protected].

**We are aware that there is high demand for this course. If you miss out but are interested in a future course, please let us know.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Outhouse LGBTQ+ Centre, 105 Capel Street, Dublin 1, Ireland

Tickets

EUR 17.50 to EUR 35.00

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