Women's Self-Defence UK
Providing Realistic Personal Safety Tools for Women
WHO WE ARE
Violence against women and girls is one of the most widespread and devastating human rights violations in the world. A third of all women and girls experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetime.
Protecting yourself starts with knowledge. Learning to identify and avoid potential threats—and knowing how to defend yourself when necessary—can give you the confidence to feel safer in your everyday life.
WHY CHOOSE WOMEN'S SELF-DEFENCE UK?
Our workshops and courses are tailored to tackle the real-life threats we face today, and equip you with the tools to feel prepared and empowered.
You’ll learn practical safety strategies to integrate into your daily routine and travel plans, gain hands-on experience in physical defence techniques, and have the opportunity to earn a certification through our courses.
Workshops for General Public
We have three more exciting events coming up this year:
Ladies - Only 3-Hour Workshops in Richmond, 13th of June 2026
2 - Hour Self-Defence Workshop for Teen Girls, Richmond, 20th of June 2026
She Fights Back: 2-Day Workshops at Ray Stevens Academy (New Malden) 26-27 September 2026
MEET JOANNA
Joanna founded Women's Self-Defence UK with a mission to empower women across the UK by providing practical tools and strategies.
With over 25 years of experience in martial arts as a coach, competitor, and World Champion in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Joanna combines her expertise with insights gained from years working in the security sector. Understanding the unique challenges faced by vulnerable individuals, she has designed courses that equip participants with the knowledge, awareness, and skills needed to tackle threatening situations with more confidence and clarity.
Over the past decade, Joanna has collaborated with schools, charities, universities, and corporate organizations to promote personal safety and teach effective self-defence strategies.
We’re excited to announce a new official partnership with the Women’s Night Safety Charter, commissioned by the Mayor of London. The Women’s Night Safety Charter is part of the Safer Business Network. We will be supporting organisations by providing self-defence classes and safety training.
Workshops for Organisations
Our dynamic corporate workshops equip women with practical personal safety strategies, sharp intuition-building tools, and easy-to-learn self-defence techniques they can use instantly in real-world situations.
These workshops energise teams, boost morale, and demonstrate your organisation’s commitment to protecting and empowering the women who drive your success. This is more than training—it’s an investment in confidence, resilience, and workplace wellbeing.
Our Clients
Testimonial
Our student feedback speaks volumes about their positive experiences with us, reaffirming our commitment to providing exceptional education and support.
