Women's Self Defense 101 | 4 Week Course

Self Defense 101 is a 4-week Woman-led, trauma-informed, beginners encouraged, queer-friendly, open to all women/femmes course at Underdog Martial Arts focused on practical, pressure-tested self defense skills. Students will learn the fundamentals of striking, wrestling, grappling, verbal advocacy, and de-escalation in a supportive and trauma-informed training environment. No experience or athletic background is required.

Classes are held Saturdays at 10 a.m. in Asheville and are designed for Women and Femme's looking to build confidence, awareness, and real-world skills through structured training. The course costs $99 for all four sessions. Registration is required in advance.

Underdog Martial Arts is a local Asheville gym offering Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, kickboxing, fitness, and self defense programs with a focus on beginner-friendly instruction and community-based training.