FREE Women’s Self-Defence & Empowerment Workshop

Sun Apr 12 2026 at 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm UTC-04:00

YMCA of Three Rivers - Guelph | Guelph

Guelph Family Martial Arts
Publisher/HostGuelph Family Martial Arts
FREE Women\u2019s Self-Defence & Empowerment Workshop
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FREE Women’s Self-Defence & Empowerment Workshop
Join us for a special community self-defence workshop designed to help build confidence, awareness, and practical safety skills in a fun, supportive, and empowering environment.
This workshop will be led by 30× World Champion and Team Canada athlete Nathan Skoufis, founder of Guelph Family Martial Arts, who has spent decades mentoring thousands of students and teaching practical self-defence skills in our community.
Participants will learn simple, effective techniques for personal safety along with important awareness strategies that can help in everyday situations. No previous martial arts experience is required.
This is a free community event hosted in partnership with the YMCA of Guelph.

Event Details
📅 Sunday, April 12
📍 YMCA Guelph
🕑 2:00 PM – Check-in
🥋 2:30 PM – Workshop begins
✅ 4:00 PM – Event concludes

Who Can Attend
• Women only
• Ages 11 and older
• No experience required

What You’ll Learn
• Practical personal safety strategies
• Confidence and awareness techniques
• Simple self-defence movements
• Real-world safety tips

What to Bring
• Comfortable athletic clothing
• Water bottle
• Positive attitude

Registration
Space is limited.
To reserve a spot, please email:
[email protected]
You are welcome to bring friends and family members.

Hosted By
Guelph Family Martial Arts × YMCA Guelph
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Event Venue

YMCA of Three Rivers - Guelph, 130 Woodland Glen Drive,Guelph, Ontario, Canada

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