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Transform Your Life with
Evidence-Based Self Defence

​Welcome to a revolutionary approach to personal safety and empowerment.

 

Our program goes beyond traditional self-defence - it's about building confidence by discovering your unique self-defence style based on your personality type, setting boundaries, and living a life free from control.

 

Why Choose Empowerment Self-Defence?​​

 Learn practical techniques in hours, not years.

 Works for every body type and fitness level.

Take home practical skills from day one

Real-World Ready

Based on extensive research about what really works

Practical strategies for everyday situations

Tools for handling both strangers and known individuals

More Than Just Physical Defence

​Learn to articulate clear boundaries 

Learn where you and others breach your boundaries

Present yourself confidently with body language

Practice de-escalation strategies

Your Personal Safety Toolbox
We provide a comprehensive set of tools that help you:
 

Recognise potential risks early

Respond effectively to unwanted situations

Set clear, confident boundaries

Use your voice as a powerful tool

Think clearly and take action

Respond in real-time before things escalate

Why Our Approach Works

Evidence-Based Training

  Grounded in real-world research

  Proven effective strategies

  Continuously updated with latest findings

Practical & Adaptable
  Customise techniques to your needs
  Builds on your natural strengths
  Learn at your own pace
Empowerment in Action
Our training helps you:

 Make confident choices and not live in fear
Trust your instincts
Handle uncomfortable situations
Live with greater freedom and security

What Makes Us Different

Trauma-informed programs

Mind, body, soul approach

It looks as self-defence through your personality type

Supportive, non-judgmental atmosphere
  All bodies and abilities are welcome
Comprehensive Approach
  Address psychological barriers
  Build lasting confidence
  Develop situational awareness
  Create personal safety strategies

Empower yourself with skills that transform your life and expand your world.

ESD Australia is inspired to empower women, children and vulnerable populations through violence prevention education and accessibility of Empowered Self Defence by creating specifically designed programs that are supportive, sustainable, longstanding, comprehensive, inclusive and empowering.

 

Antonella's programs are proven to promote healing, confidence and resiliency through a trauma-informed lens.

 

We are dedicated to meaningful collaboration with community organisations in a coordinated approach that promotes urgently required primary prevention education, supported by evidence-based theory and practice to enable individuals to live a life free from fear and control.

Wisdom For Women, Antonella, believes in the inherent sovereignty of every individual, transcending cultural, age, religious, social status, and gender boundaries. My commitment lies in empowering individuals to defend themselves against the spectrum of abuse.

Early education is key, and I advocate for instilling the ability to recognise malicious, bullying, and tyrannical behaviours from a young age. Knowing these skills, individuals can respond effectively in real-time, preventing situations from escalating.

My teaching philosophy is rooted in theories of transformational adult learning, offering an environment of enjoyment, trust, sharing, and high-vibrational activities.

 

I go beyond teaching skills; I guide you in reconnecting with your inner power through the intricate connection of mind, body, and soul. The journey involves gentle support to help you gain profound insights into your personality using The Enneagram.

Join me on this transformative path towards self-empowerment and discover a renewed sense of confidence and strength. I will support you to live a life filled with resilience and personal growth.

Testimonials

Josephine Wilson

" I had the privilege of attending the Empowered Self-Defense workshop today, which proved an incredibly transformative and practical experience. Antonella, our facilitator, personifies groundedness and empowerment. Throughout the workshop, her nurturing approach cultivated a secure and supportive environment for all participants. Her training went beyond merely teaching physical self-defense techniques; she instilled a profound sense of accountability, validation, and self-confidence.

 

What truly sets Antonella apart is her exceptional ability to connect with each participant and tailor the course to

meet the group's specific needs. In a world where women often contend with gaslighting, self-doubt, and s

tereotypical labels of too sensitive," too loud," too emotional," or too aggressive," all of which can erode self-confidence, Antonella was able to skillfully guide us back to a place of objectivity, strength, and self-assuredness. Antonella's work is undeniably essential.

 

I sincerely hope that the significance of this course receives the widespread recognition it deserves. Her expertise could be a valuable addition to any program centered on self-fulfillment, advocacy, sovereignty, and more. Not only is Antonella a remarkable human, but she also exhibits high effectiveness and efficiency in her teaching methods. If you are seeking a workshop that seamlessly integrates conscious cognitive recognition, empowerment, and practical self-defence skills, I wholeheartedly recommend Antonella as your facilitator. This experience has proven invaluable, and it should be an integral part of the mainstream curriculum for our children.

People we've worked with

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The Association of ESD Professionals is a brand new professional membership association created to elevate and fortify the Empowerment Self-Defense (ESD) profession, expand the reach of ESD, engage the community, and support ESD instructors, instructor-trainers, researchers, writers, volunteers, advocates, and other violence-prevention professionals who adhere to the principles of ESD. Wherever you live in the world, please consider joining us as we work together toward our shared violence-prevention goals.

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