Women's Self Defence E.Hoathly

A monthly two hour self defence workshop

Location address: East Hoathly Village Hall, Lewes
Chosen age group:

Ages: children 11 - 18 · adults 18+ years

Available tickets:
Adult Ticket £14 per sessionTeen Ticket £14 per session
Next date: Saturday 19th Jul,
Women's Self Defence E.Hoathly block mentored by Annabel at Actively Safe
Women's Self Defence E.Hoathly block mentored by Annabel at Actively Safe
Women's Self Defence E.Hoathly block mentored by Annabel at Actively Safe
Women's Self Defence E.Hoathly block mentored by Annabel at Actively Safe
Women's Self Defence E.Hoathly block mentored by Annabel at Actively Safe
Women's Self Defence E.Hoathly block mentored by Annabel at Actively Safe
Women's Self Defence E.Hoathly block mentored by Annabel at Actively Safe
Women's Self Defence E.Hoathly block mentored by Annabel at Actively Safe
Women's Self Defence E.Hoathly block mentored by Annabel at Actively Safe
What we'll do
These workshops are aimed at teenage girls (11+) and women. A chance to learn essential personal safety life skills together, which are applicable at every stage of life. These sessions encourage everyone to enjoy all of life's opportunities whilst having confidence in their personal safety. Open to all experience levels, this class focuses on simple, effective techniques that anyone can use. The monthly workshop will be predominantly focused on physical skills, and will also include: 1. The fundamental principles of personal safety (awareness, avoidance, dialogue & action) 2. The law in relation to self defence and your legal rights. 3. Your physiological response when faced with a threat, how this impacts your ability to respond and how to manage these physiological and emotional responses in order to overcome the threat. 4. What situational awareness is, how it can be improved and how to reduce the risk of being viewed as a 'target', including how to adopt positive body language and use your voice effectively. 5. The importance of mindset when faced with a threat and how to develop a survival mindset. 6. Physical self defence skills that are realistic and effective for all levels of ability in situations of high emotional distress.
About your mentor
Annabel at Actively Safe
Self defence and personal safety trainer
Hi, I'm Annabel, founder of Actively Safe. I haven't always worked in the self defence industry - for 14 years I worked in international corporate tax! However, when I became a mum for the first time in 2013 I knew that it was time for something new. Martial arts has always been an important part of my life. As a teenager, I regularly kick boxed. For the last 8 years I have been focusing on training in an Indonesian Silat, Krav Maga, and very recently I have taken up Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Through training in martial arts I began to develop an understanding of what would and wouldn't 'work in real life' situations. This led me to study and qualify with the National Federation of Personal Safety, gaining my Level 3 self defence instructors qualification. As a parent myself I want what is best for my children, and I consider their safety to be a fundamental priority. As our children become more independent and leave the relatively sheltered environment of home and school, where they can explore boundaries and make mistakes, it is important that they have the required life skills to effectively manage their safety. These days, I am really lucky to work with a range of people, from children, to teenagers and adults, addressing issues that they consider important to their personal safety. Whether it be safety concerns about having to travel for work or lone working; walking the dog; or the risks that come with peer pressure and bullying. I love working with people and seeing their self confidence grow. I strongly believe that life is for living to the full and making the most of opportunities. I personally love to travel and explore new places and cultures. I do not believe in constantly being on edge and worrying about what may/may not happen. Personal safety is about believing that you are worth keeping safe, and being prepared not paranoid.
Booking on
Do you have to book on to all dates? No! The first two sessions (March and April) will set the foundation, covering key principles of self-defence, including awareness, de-escalation, and practical techniques for common situations. However, the course is not progressive - each session will reinforce these principles through different drills, ensuring you can join at any time without feeling behind. Each session will have a specific focus, such as escapes from grabs, striking techniques or defence from the ground. By training regularly, you will deepen your understanding and improve your ability to react under pressure. Come as often as you like - whether it's you first session or your tenth, you will always gain valuable skills and experience.
Learning aims
Aim 1
Stress management - understand the physiological response to stress and how this can be managed.
Aim 3
Situational awareness - to enhance awareness of your surroundings and build street awareness.
Aim 5
Effective physical skills - to understand the principles of physical self defence and be able to apply them to any situation, regardless of differences in size, weight and strength.
Aim 2
De-escalation - to understand how to de-escalate a potentially risky situation using words and body language. And how to read and manage someone else's anger.
Aim 4
The law - understand the legal framework with regard to the use of force. Including, principles such as 'necessary and proportionately' and 'honestly and instinctively'.
Aim 6
Confidence - to develop the tools and skills you need to confidently assess a dangerous situation and navigate it effectively. Including, gaining confidence and control over your fears.
Pricing information
Ticket nameAdult Ticket
Price£14
Ticket nameTeen Ticket
Price£14
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Where we'll be
East Hoathly Village Hall, Church Marks Lane, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 6EQ
WHAT’S PROVIDED
Drinks
Equipment
Safety
Enhanced DBS
Basic DBS
Risk Assessment
Public Liability Insurance
Safeguarding Training
First Aid Training
First Aid Kit
Smoke Detector

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Cancellation Policy
Refunds are not generally available, but may be considered with sufficient notice.

My experience consists of a leisure activity, on a specific date(s), and therefore the 14-day ‘cooling off period’ under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 does not apply.

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