Santa Barbara Dojo Launches a Women's Self-Defense Course

This spring, we launched Real Deal Self Defense, a new course built to help women feel safer and stronger. Back then we were known as Martial Arts Family Fitness, and our promise was the same one we make today: practical martial arts for every member of the family, taught by people who care.

Real Deal Self Defense for Women

Real Deal is an empowerment and personal safety course for women and teen girls of all abilities. It teaches practical techniques developed to counter life-threatening and dangerous situations. The course is spread over a Friday evening and a Saturday, so there's time to learn, practice and ask questions.

Built for confidence

What we care about most is how it feels to go through it. The course is built so you can develop your inner strength and work through your fears in a supportive environment. Practical skills matter, but so does the confidence that comes from knowing you've practiced them with people who have your back.

We believe the best time to begin is whenever you decide to, and starting is often the hardest step. Our job is to make that step welcoming, so every woman who walks in leaves feeling more capable than when she arrived.

Have questions or want to learn more? Contact us using the form below, and we'll be glad to help.