Classes & Seminars
Self-defense isn't pretty. Unlike what we've seen on TV and in movies, the aggressor and the victim don't swap punches and blocks. In real-life situations, it happens quickly and the most important thing is to get home safely. At Iron Lotus Self-Defense, our goal is to equip you with the mindset and physical skills to do the only thing that matters: survive.
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We offer classes and seminars that will teach everything from situational awareness and boundary setting to take-downs and groundwork. Our students will also learn to reframe their view of violence and their own capability of using it as a tool for their survival. Though violence and self-defense can be a very heavy topic, the goal of the instructor is to make learning to defend yourself an enjoyable experience.
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*We are only booking private seminars through November 2026 - no ongoing classes*
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Private seminars can be booked for groups of six or more (i.e., friends, coworkers, family, etc.) and can be taught in a location most comfortable for you.
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*A male might be present as a teaching assistant and demonstration partner for the instructor.*
Introduction to Self-Defense
Learn situational awareness, boundary setting, and distance management, along with beginner techniques for defending yourself against an attack.
Intermediate Self-Defense
Building on the introductory course, the intermediate class teaches the difference between stranger vs. non-stranger attacks, how to escape from standing chokes, the how and when to kick, as well as introducing violence as a self-defense tool.
Advanced Self-Defense
In the advanced course, students will learn more complex techniques like take-downs and groundwork, in addition to why using violence as a tool for self-defense might be inescapable.
One-on-One Sessions
Learn more quickly with personalized sessions for your skill/knowledge level, using the instructor as your teacher and partner.
Weekend Intensive
The Introductory, Intermediate, and Advanced Self-Defense seminars, combined over a Saturday and Sunday, providing those with busy weeknights the opportunity to experience each level of training in just two days.
Campus Safety
College is often the first taste of freedom, but with freedom comes responsibility. Gain knowledge and learn techniques for campus-specific situations to make yourself a hard target. With these tools, you can spend less time worrying about your safety, and more time enjoying the college experience.
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