Women Empowered® Self Defense Classes
Women's Self Defense Training Near You
Brazilian Jiu-jitsu is the perfect self-defense system for women, but only if it is taught correctly. If you’re unsure about learning BJJ for fear of injury, embarrassment, or any other reason, then the Women Empowered program is perfect for you! If you’ve tried BJJ at another school and had a negative experience, give Women Empowered a chance, and we guarantee it will win you back to the mat!
Women Empowered Training Overview
Why Learn Women Empowered?
Women Empowered® is the premier Gracie self-defense program for women in Aurora near you. In this 15-lesson program, you will learn how to neutralize the 20 most common attacks ranging from having your hair grabbed to being pinned to the ground by a weapon-bearing assailant. You can start the program at any time and participate in any class without previous experience.
Unlike most self-defense systems that rely heavily on size, strength, speed, and coordination, the techniques in the women’s self-defense program employ leverage, technique, and timing, so anyone, regardless of age or athletic ability, can make them work against larger opponents. Once you complete the Women’s Self-Defense program, you may test for promotion to Pink Belt!
20 Essential Attack Response Techniques
Law enforcement officials and survivors of sexual assault helped us identify the 20 most common attack strategies that a male assailant is likely to use when attacking and overpowering a woman. From hair-grabs and chokeholds, to bear hugs and weapon defenses, the Women Empowered program prepares students for them all.
Women Empowered extends beyond physical techniques, emphasizing essential awareness principles, risk assessment, and proven verbal and psychological strategies. These techniques and strategies empower women to establish secure boundaries with others, even in situations involving familiar perpetrators.
Women's Self Defense Training Near You
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Learn the Techniques
We have divided the 20 Women Empowered techniques into 15 one-hour classes so that you can complete the course at your own pace. We designed each lesson so you can start the program at any time and complete the 15 lessons in any order. Upon enrolling, we will issue you a Women Empowered attendance card on which we will track your progress every step of the way.
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Develop Your Reflexes
Upon completing all of the 15 Women Empowered lessons one time, you will qualify to participate in the Reflex Development (RD) classes where you will learn how to combine the 20 techniques to address the most common occurrences in a real self-defense situation.
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Earn Your Pink Belt
Once you’ve completed each of the Women Empowered lessons four times and at least 8 Reflex Development Classes, you are eligible to test for promotion to pink belt!
Upon passing your pink belt test, you will receive your official Women Empowered Pink Belt and promotion certificate. As a pink belt, you will be ready to continue your Jiu Jitsu training in the Gracie Combatives program.
Private Women Empowered Self Defense Lessons
Private self-defense classes provide women with a supportive and empowering environment to learn essential skills, build confidence, and offer a variety of benefits for women, including:
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Personalized Attention
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Increased Confidence
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Customized Training
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Empowerment
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Personal Safety Focus
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Flexible Scheduling
Please call (720)436-7093 or email us at graciejiujitsuaurora@gmail.com.
For more information on private women's self defense lessons in Aurora please visit the Private Lessons page.
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"Absolutely love my Women Empowered class! The instructors, Coach Catherine and Coach Lucy are fabulous: personable, relatable, and encouraging. I was nervous about signing up - BJJ seemed so far outside my comfort zone! Instead I found a tremendously positive group who cheer and help each other to do their best. Being part of this class helped break the stereotype I held about martial arts, and being around all women has helped to ease me into the sport. I appreciate BJJ as both an art form as well as an intellectual challenge and can happily say that this is my new win every week!"
Sara, via Google
Self Defense Training For Women
At Gracie Jiu Jitsu Aurora, we firmly believe in the transformative power of women's self-defense and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Beyond physical training and self-defense techniques, our classes offer lessons in confidence, discipline, and resilience are invaluable. Jiu-Jitsu is not just about learning how to defend yourself; it's about knowing your body, strengthening your mind, and gaining a deeper sense of self-awareness and confidence. Whether you're a brand new beginner or an experienced practitioner, there's always something new to learn and explore in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Join us and discover the empowering benefits of Jiu-Jitsu, where every class is an opportunity to grow, both on and off the mats.