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Practical Self-Defence Training for Teens: Empowering Skills for Safety and Confidence
Every day, teenagers face new challenges and situations that can sometimes feel overwhelming or even unsafe. Learning practical self-defence skills is not just about fighting back; it’s about building confidence, awareness, and the ability to protect yourself in real-life situations. If you’re a young person or a parent looking to empower a teen, this guide is here to help you understand the essentials of self-defence training for teens, especially in Queensland. Why Self-Def
Feb 24 min read


When Physical Skills Aren't Enough: The Missing Piece in Self-Defence Training Part 2
When Physical Skills Aren't Enough: The Missing Piece in Self-Defence Training Part 2
Dec 24, 20243 min read


Why Martial Artists Must Embrace Trauma-Informed Self Defence Teaching (Part 1)
As a martial artist and women's Empowerment Self Defence instructor I can see how martial art can gain new students.
Dec 11, 20244 min read


Boundaries: Embracing Your Truth, Not Someone Else's
Boundaries are not a one-size-fits-all concept. They are deeply personal, shaped by age, culture, personality, self-awareness, & experience.
Dec 9, 20244 min read


Nuance and Context is Everything
Women empowering women Why it's Empowering For Every Woman to Take Responsibility for Her Own Safety As women, we often hear calls for men to change their behaviour—to stop being aggressive, to respect boundaries, to stop being men and to change to create a safer world. And while it would be inhumane not to have these expectations, the reality is that humans are not perfect and that includes females. Violence, bad decisions, and selfish behaviour have existed throughout human
Nov 30, 20243 min read
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