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Reserve your spot here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/womens-empowerment-classJoin us for an afternoon where women can learn, connect, and grow together while supporting an important cause in our community.
This empowering event will focus on practical, easy-to-remember techniques that could make all the difference in a tough situation. Participants will gain tools to help them feel stronger, safer, and more confident in everyday life.
Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged. This seminar is offered by donation, with all proceeds benefiting the Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center and their mission to provide safe shelter, advocacy, and education for survivors of domestic violence in our community.
During this seminar, you’ll learn:
• Effective self-defense moves for real-life situations
• How to improve awareness and avoid danger
• Confidence-building techniques
• Trauma-informed techniques that support healing, safety, and personal empowerment
• Simple but powerful strategies designed for any skill level
These techniques are designed to help women move with confidence, defend themselves when necessary, and strengthen their sense of personal empowerment.
About the Instructor
The seminar will be led by Carol Ann Williams, founder of Instinctive Defense LLC and a Certified Women’s Self-Defense Instructor with nearly a decade of experience empowering women through awareness and personal safety training.
Carol Ann began her martial arts journey studying Tang Soo Do before expanding into women’s self-defense and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Her passion for empowering women has led her to teach self-defense programs at universities including West Virginia University, Fairmont State University, Shepherd University, and Blue Ridge Community and Technical College.
She has worked with the Sexual Assault Response Team in Martinsburg, WV and has spoken at schools, women’s shelters, Girl Scout meetings, health fairs, and community organizations. Carol Ann has taught women and girls ranging from age 9 through their 60s, always focusing on awareness, confidence, leadership, and the power of trusting your instincts.
Her motivating teaching style and compassionate approach make her a powerful advocate for helping women become stronger, more confident, and better prepared.
Special Thanks
This event is made possible thanks to the generous support of Renzo Gracie Martinsburg, who have donated their space to host this seminar.
Come ready to learn, build confidence, and support survivors in our community.
💜 Your participation helps make a difference.
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Event Venue
Renzo Gracie Martinsburg - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense, 1211 N Queen Street,Martinsburg, West Virginia, United States
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