LGBTQ+ Self Defense

Learn to trust your instincts, quickly read situations, set effective boundaries, and act to protect yourself in this safe and supportive environment.

A class by and for those in the LGBTQAI+ Community

The dedicated instructors at One With Heart have taught self-defense and self-empowerment to thousands of people in Oregon and Europe since 1981.

The beauty, bravery, and resiliency of our community is undeniable. It is our right to live openly and authentically, and to protect ourselves.

Who is this class for?

This course is open to and focuses on the experiences of people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender-fluid, questioning, asexual, nonbinary, intersex, Two-Spirit, or otherwise a part of the queer community, ages 16 and older. Ages 12 to 15 must enroll with a parent or guardian.

Join Us!

Our next 5 week course will start on

June 25th, 2024

$199

Registration is Open

Tuesday nights
6:45 to 8:45pm

What will I learn?

We believe in your ability and your right to protect yourself.

Self-defense starts with unlearning the socialization that tells us to ignore our instincts and flapping red flags. In class, our instructors will break down common ploys offenders use to manipulate others, build the mindset that you have the right to defend yourself, and teach you how and where to hit hard.

Next, in this safe, supportive environment you will practice using your voice, assertive body language, and striking to pads. You will also work with our instructors to role play scenarios, giving you the opportunity to quickly recognize and respond to threatening behavior.

This 5 week course will empower you with the mindset and physical skills necessary to act to protect yourself in a real-life self-defense situation.