Community-Based Classes (ages 14 and up)

We welcome all cis/trans women and non-binary people who are comfortable in a space that centers the experiences of women.  All Portlanders are welcome.  Please fill out our online registration form on or after the registration date.

• Please plan to attend all sessions during the month and location you select.
• Please cancel your registration before the first session if you cannot attend all sessions.
• Please plan to attend all three sessions at the location you select.
• Please cancel your registration before the first session if you cannot attend all three
  sessions.

Introductory Class Schedules

The Community-based Introductory Class focuses on the topics of:  Trusting and using your intuition, how bias affects your judgment, establishing and setting boundaries, assertive communication, De-Escalation Strategies, the benefits and Risks of various Escape Options, negotiating consent, healthy/unhealthy relationships, signs of abusive relationships, as well as many physical self-defense strikes and escapes. Introductory Classes are open to ages 14 and above. Young women under 18 need to be accompanied by a participating adult.

JULY 2026

Registration opens Tuesday, June 2nd @ 6:00 pm

Saturdays: July 11th, 18th and 25th from 12:00-3:15 pm. in the Eliott Neighborhood (exact address given upon registration)

AUGUST: NO CLASSES, VOLUNTEER CELEBRATION!

SEPTEMBER 2026

Registration opens on Tuesday, August 4^th @ 6:00 pm

COMMUNITY INTRO CLASS: Saturdays 9/12, 9/19 & 9/26 from 12:00-3:15 in the St Johns Neighborhood (address given upon registration)

OCTOBER 2026

Registration opens on Tuesday, September 1^st @ 6:00 pm

COMMUNITY INTRO CLASS: Mondays, October 12th, 19th and 26th from 5:30-8:45 in the SW Hillsdale Neighborhood (address given upon request) 

NOVEMBER 2026

Registration opens on Tuesday, October 6th @ 6:00 pm

COMMUNITY INTRO CLASS: Sundays, November 1st, 8th & 15th from 12:00-3:15 pm in the Eliot neighborhood (address given upon registration)