Women Empowered (WE) Program

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Women Empowered is a completely free, official Gracie self-defense program designed specifically for women. It utilizes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques taught by officers from your Lynnwood Police Department. Over the course of 15 lessons, you will learn to neutralize the 20 most common types of attacks, ranging from hair grabs to encounters with armed assailants. Each lesson introduces two practical techniques, and no prior experience is needed.

This program focuses on leverage, technique, and timing rather than brute strength, empowering individuals of all ages and athletic abilities to defend themselves against larger opponents. In addition to physical skills, we will cover important topics such as setting boundaries, understanding victimization, and safety strategies. Our aim is to foster a supportive environment for growth and empowerment. Join us to enhance your confidence and self-protection skills!

Online Registration

Step 1.Check for availability and register for the preferred class date

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Step 2.Liability Waiver

Please read and sign the mandatory liability waiver, which will be emailed to you after you complete your registration.

Class Enrollment Confirmation

Our Police Officer Instructor will contact you via the email you provided to confirm your enrollment.

On the day of the class

Please arrive on time for your scheduled class and remember to bring water. We recommend wearing athletic or workout attire.

Women Empowered is the official Gracie self-defense program for women based on the techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). In this 15-lesson program, we will teach you how to neutralize the 20 most common attacks ranging from having your hair grabbed to being pinned to the ground by a weapon-bearing assailant. Each Women Empowered lesson addresses two techniques. You can start the program at any time and participate in any class without previous experience. Unlike most self-defense systems that rely heavily on strength, speed, and coordination, the techniques in the Women Empowered program employ leverage, technique, and timing, so anyone, regardless of age or athletic ability, can make them work against larger opponents. 

 

 

If you find yourself needing to cancel or adjust your enrollment, please use the link in your confirmation email to make these changes easily. 

To help us provide class opportunities to as many people as possible, we encourage you to give us 48 hours’ notice. This allows us to notify those on our waiting list and ensure a smooth experience for everyone involved. Thank you for your cooperation!

 

This program is completely free and designed for everyone in the community.

Each class features a unique lesson, and no prior experience is needed to participate. We warmly welcome individuals aged 12 and up. If you are under 18, please bring a parent or guardian to join in on the fun!

Contact Us

Phone

425 670-5557

Email

mmcdonald@lynnwoodwa.gov

Location

PandaRoll Jiu Jitsu
19031 33rd Ave W Suite 103
Lynnwood
98036
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Class Schedule

Classes are held every other Saturday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

Please check the registration link for the latest availability.

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