
FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Barry
Fri 5 Feb · 18:30
Castleland Community Centre
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A FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls workshop is scheduled for 5 February 2027 at Castleland Community Centre in Barry. This hands-on workshop, funded by the National Lottery, aims to teach participants self-defence techniques and personal safety.
Learn how to protect yourself and stay safe in our hands-on Self-Defence & Personal Safety Workshop fully funded by National Lottery
Self-Defence & Personal Safety Workshop – Ladies & Girls Only
💥 Ready to feel safer, stronger, and more confident? Join us for a hands-on, empowering workshop that will equip you with practical self-defence skills you can use in everyday life.
Delivered as part of the Welsh Warrior Project – a National Lottery-funded initiative by Ignite Your Power CIC.
In this 2 year project, we'll be running FREE workshops across South Wales to help women and girls build strength, resilience, and safety awareness.
🔴 Workshop: Introduction to Self-Defence
Who it's for: Women and girls aged 12+
Length: 90 minutes
Focus: Confidence, awareness, and essential standing defence techniques
What you'll learn:
How to trust your intuition and set clear boundaries
Understanding personal space and assertive communication
Key principles for self-defence and personal safety
Defensive stance and foundational movement techniques
Escaping common standing grabs (wrist holds, arm grabs, clothing grabs, grabs from behind)
De-escalation strategies to prevent conflict
Real-life scenario discussions
Empowerment through practice – not panic
Extra bonus: Stay for the optional Q&A after the workshop to get personalised advice from our friendly, experienced female instructor.
💡 You'll leave feeling more confident, aware, and ready to take control of your personal safety – in a supportive, judgement-free environment where everyone is cheering each other on.
💰 Cost: FREE – thanks to National Lottery funding
⚠️ Spaces are limited – secure your spot today!
✨ New to self-defence? This is the perfect starting point. We recommend completing Workshop 1 before attending Workshop 2.
Please note: This event is for ladies and girls aged 12+ only.
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FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Barry takes place on Friday, 5 February 2027 at 18:30.
FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Barry is held at Castleland Community Centre in Cardiff (Belvedere Crescent, Barry, CF63 4JZ).
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Castleland Community Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Barry can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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A FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls workshop is scheduled for 5 February 2027 at Castleland Community Centre in Barry. This hands-on workshop, funded by the National Lottery, aims to teach participants self-defence techniques and personal safety.
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Learn how to protect yourself and stay safe in our hands-on Self-Defence & Personal Safety Workshop fully funded by National Lottery
Self-Defence & Personal Safety Workshop – Ladies & Girls Only
💥 Ready to feel safer, stronger, and more confident? Join us for a hands-on, empowering workshop that will equip you with practical self-defence skills you can use in everyday life.
Delivered as part of the Welsh Warrior Project – a National Lottery-funded initiative by Ignite Your Power CIC.
In this 2 year project, we'll be running FREE workshops across South Wales to help women and girls build strength, resilience, and safety awareness.
🔴 Workshop: Introduction to Self-Defence
Who it's for: Women and girls aged 12+
Length: 90 minutes
Focus: Confidence, awareness, and essential standing defence techniques
What you'll learn:
How to trust your intuition and set clear boundaries
Understanding personal space and assertive communication
Key principles for self-defence and personal safety
Defensive stance and foundational movement techniques
Escaping common standing grabs (wrist holds, arm grabs, clothing grabs, grabs from behind)
De-escalation strategies to prevent conflict
Real-life scenario discussions
Empowerment through practice – not panic
Extra bonus: Stay for the optional Q&A after the workshop to get personalised advice from our friendly, experienced female instructor.
💡 You'll leave feeling more confident, aware, and ready to take control of your personal safety – in a supportive, judgement-free environment where everyone is cheering each other on.
💰 Cost: FREE – thanks to National Lottery funding
⚠️ Spaces are limited – secure your spot today!
✨ New to self-defence? This is the perfect starting point. We recommend completing Workshop 1 before attending Workshop 2.
Please note: This event is for ladies and girls aged 12+ only.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Hotels within walking distance of Castleland Community Centre. Searching near Belvedere Crescent, Barry, CF63 4JZ; check-in Friday, 5 February 2027.
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When is FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Barry?
FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Barry takes place on Friday, 5 February 2027 at 18:30.
Where is FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Barry taking place?
FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Barry is held at Castleland Community Centre in Cardiff (Belvedere Crescent, Barry, CF63 4JZ).
Is there anywhere to stay near FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Barry?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Castleland Community Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Barry?
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