
FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Gosport
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A free introductory workshop on self-defence for women and girls will be held at Anytime Fitness Gosport, focusing on personal safety techniques. The workshop is fully funded by the National Lottery.
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.
This is Workshop 1 of 2 in our series, delivered as part of the Warrior Project – a National Lottery-funded initiative by Ignite Your Power CIC.
In this 2 year project, we'll be running 60 FREE workshops across Hampshire to help women and girls build strength, resilience, and safety awareness.
🔴 Workshop 1: 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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Frequently asked questions
FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Gosport takes place on Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 10:00.
FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Gosport is held at Anytime Fitness Gosport in Fareham (131 Stoke Road, Gosport, PO12 1SD).
Tickets for FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Gosport are priced at £0.00. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Anytime Fitness Gosport can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Gosport 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.

FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Gosport
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A free introductory workshop on self-defence for women and girls will be held at Anytime Fitness Gosport, focusing on personal safety techniques. The workshop is fully funded by the National Lottery.
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Organiser’s full description
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.
This is Workshop 1 of 2 in our series, delivered as part of the Warrior Project – a National Lottery-funded initiative by Ignite Your Power CIC.
In this 2 year project, we'll be running 60 FREE workshops across Hampshire to help women and girls build strength, resilience, and safety awareness.
🔴 Workshop 1: 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.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Gosport?
FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Gosport takes place on Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 10:00.
Where is FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Gosport taking place?
FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Gosport is held at Anytime Fitness Gosport in Fareham (131 Stoke Road, Gosport, PO12 1SD).
How much are tickets for FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Gosport?
Tickets for FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Gosport are priced at £0.00. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Gosport?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Anytime Fitness Gosport 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 – Gosport?
Tickets for FREE Intro to Self-Defence for Women & Girls – Gosport 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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131 Stoke Road, Gosport, PO12 1SD
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