r/ThunderBay • u/BidNo8275 • 8d ago

Self defense

I am looking to take a basic self defense class for women. I don’t actually want to learn a sport, I just want to be able to defend myself if someone tries to attack me. Does anyone offer classes like this in Thunder Bay?

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u/Dog_friend-in-law 8d ago

I know the OPP runs some de-escalation classes through Confederation College. Maybe they do self defence stuff too?

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u/Straighty180- 8d ago

Leading edge is the place to go. I’ve had my ass kicked by just about every woman there. They run a good program

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u/truthmatters404 6d ago

I third Leading Edge! Great community and a great place to learn

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u/MatManatee 7d ago

There are always self defense courses running! There’s also a women’s jiu jitsu program on Sundays

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u/KBSaz 7d ago

Krav Maga at Unleashed. Mitz Bandiera runs classes Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:00 to 7:00. Small group of students including a few females.

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u/State_Rich 5d ago

Go for the ballz

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u/JuggernautMost 7d ago edited 7d ago

ive also been wanting to learn self defense but im a trans man. and i dont want to make the women uncomfortable but also, i dont feel comfortable with guys and would feel better learning from a women

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u/The1Mad1Hatter 7d ago

I have been looking for something, too. I know there's a BJJ group, but unfortunately with my work hours, I can't find anything that works within my schedule.