EMPOWERMENT SELF-DEFENSE
You’ll walk away with tools to apply to a range of interpersonal situations, from physical skills to verbal, emotional and social techniques like assertiveness, de-escalation, situational awareness and self-care practices for healing from violence. Each session is facilitated through a trauma-informed lens and centers the experiences of those most at risk for violence.
Register for one workshop or the entire series. These community workshops are free to NYC residents!
You can also make a request for your workplace or organization.
For more information, email: selfdefense@caeny.org
Upcoming Workshops
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Request a Workshop
Workshops can be customized and developed according to your needs. Click below to learn more and make a request.
September ESD Physical Practice
Thursday, September 18, 7:00 - 8:30 PM EST
The purpose of this 90-minute class is to offer regular practice of physical techniques and self defense skills. This class will begin with a review of the basics with the second half focused on a chosen topic. No prior experience necessary. Please register at least 24 hours in advance.
Register HERE.
October ESD Physical Practice
Thursday, October 16, 7:00 - 8:30 PM EST
The purpose of this 90-minute class is to offer regular practice of physical techniques and self defense skills. This class will begin with a review of the basics with the second half focused on a chosen topic. No prior experience necessary. Please register at least 24 hours in advance.
Register HERE.
November ESD Physical Practice
Thursday, November 20, 7:00 - 8:30 PM EST
The purpose of this 90-minute class is to offer regular practice of physical techniques and self defense skills. This class will begin with a review of the basics with the second half focused on a chosen topic. No prior experience necessary. Please register at least 24 hours in advance.
Register HERE.
December ESD Physical Practice
Thursday, December 18, 7:00 - 8:30 PM EST
The purpose of this 90-minute class is to offer regular practice of physical techniques and self defense skills. This class will begin with a review of the basics with the second half focused on a chosen topic. No prior experience necessary. Please register at least 24 hours in advance.
Register HERE.
January ESD Physical Practice
Thursday, January 15, 7:00 - 8:30 PM EST
The purpose of this 90-minute class is to offer regular practice of physical techniques and self defense skills. This class will begin with a review of the basics with the second half focused on a chosen topic. No prior experience necessary. Please register at least 24 hours in advance.
Register HERE.
February ESD Physical Practice
Thursday, February 19, 7:00 - 8:30 PM EST
The purpose of this 90-minute class is to offer regular practice of physical techniques and self defense skills. This class will begin with a review of the basics with the second half focused on a chosen topic. No prior experience necessary. Please register at least 24 hours in advance.
Register HERE.
March ESD Physical Practice
Thursday, March 19, 7:00 - 8:30 PM EST
The purpose of this 90-minute class is to offer regular practice of physical techniques and self defense skills. This class will begin with a review of the basics with the second half focused on a chosen topic. No prior experience necessary. Please register at least 24 hours in advance.
Register HERE.
April ESD Physical Practice
Thursday, April 16, 7:00 - 8:30 PM EST
The purpose of this 90-minute class is to offer regular practice of physical techniques and self defense skills. This class will begin with a review of the basics with the second half focused on a chosen topic. No prior experience necessary. Please register at least 24 hours in advance.
Register HERE.
May ESD Physical Practice
Thursday, May 21, 7:00 - 8:30 PM EST
The purpose of this 90-minute class is to offer regular practice of physical techniques and self defense skills. This class will begin with a review of the basics with the second half focused on a chosen topic. No prior experience necessary. Please register at least 24 hours in advance.
Register HERE.