WenDo Women's Self Defense 2 Day Course

WenDo Women NY is thrilled to offer an amazing and empowering 2 days of self defense for those who live and identify as women, girls, and AFAB Non-Binary Folx(10+). We'll be creating space to connect with others and celebrate our power through a WenDo Women's Self Defense Basic Course.

This is a 2 DAY Course being held on Saturday, October 25th from 9am-4:30pm & Sunday, October 26th from 9am-4:30pm, including breaks and a 1 hour lunch break daily. Registrants must attend both days!

In an effort to welcome women of all circumstances, we are proud to offer a limited number of "Pay What You Can" tickets for this event. These are available as self-determined need and on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Message from WenDo Women's Self Defense Instructor, Kristi Taylor:

Wen-Do Women's Self Defense is Canada‘s oldest women’s self-defense program designed and taught by women for those who live and identify as women/girls (Trans & Cis) and AFAB Non-Binary Folx 10+. WenDo Programs are presented from a feminist, anti-oppression and empowerment framework. Techniques are designed for women of all ages, fitness levels, body types, and abilities including women or girls who use assistive devices. Courses offer a combination of discussion, with practical physical skills resulting in an integration of mental and physical preparedness while expressly rejecting victim blaming or "rule setting".

This Comprehensive 15 Hour Basic Course will include:

• Verbal Self Defense & Yells
• Strikes with hands, feet, & elbows
• Blocks and releases from body holds
• Defense when on the ground or in bed
• Defense against multiple attackers and those with weapons
• Discussions on: Awareness and avoidance, relationship abuse, sexual assault, and harassment

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Downtown Ithaca, Clinton street, Ithaca, United States