Unlike traditional martial arts like Karate or Taekwondo, which can take years of dedicated training to master, our women's self-defence class in Edinburgh is a practical, one-day workshop. We don't teach you how to stay and "fight"—instead, we teach you how to get out of a dangerous situation safely and quickly. Our focus is entirely on real-world scenarios, situational awareness, simple striking techniques, and effective disengagement tactics that you can learn and use immediately.

This personal safety course in Edinburgh is designed for women and girls aged 12 and over, making it a wonderful bonding experience for mothers and their teenage daughters. There are absolutely no fitness requirements, and you do not need any prior martial arts experience. We teach simple, leverage-based movements that rely on strategy and principles rather than physical strength, meaning women of all shapes, sizes, and fitness levels can participate fully.

Our self-defence workshops are held at the lovely, newly renovated Duncan Place Community and Enterprise Hub in Leith (4 Duncan Place, Edinburgh, EH6 8HW). It is a fantastic, welcoming space where we combine life-saving skills with a warm community atmosphere. Because it is a one-day workshop rather than a weekly commitment, your ticket covers the full session, hands-on practice, snacks, coffee, and plenty of laughter alongside an amazing group of supportive women.

Our specialised self-defence workshop in Edinburgh is led by our incredible instructor, Sarah. She is a Graduate Level 5 Krav Maga instructor, holds an NCFE Award in Krav Maga instruction, and is a licensed 500Rising Certified Women's Self-Defence Instructor (Level 2, and Level 3 Candidate). You are quite literally learning from one of the most highly qualified and empathetic women’s safety coaches in Scotland.

Yes, this is a practical, hands-on women's self-defence workshop, which means there is controlled partner work and physical contact. However, everything is done in an incredibly safe, supportive, and gentle manner. We will practice movements together. We use pads to teach you where to strike an attacker and partner work to show you how to break free from grips. We strictly monitor the room to ensure everyone feels completely comfortable, safe, and empowered throughout the session.

You don’t need any special gear. Simply wear comfortable, casual clothes that you can move around in easily (tracksuit bottoms, leggings, and trainers are ideal—just avoid clothes with sharp zips or buckles). Bring along a water bottle, an open mind, and a can-do attitude! We provide all the specialised safety training tools and materials required for the day.