Self-Defense Saturdays
Real-world self-defense training for women, men, and teens
Reality-Based Training for Real Life
At LifeForce, we focus on practical self-defense skills — not rehearsed techniques or perfect scenarios.
Our training is built around close-quarters, real-world encounters, where things are fast, unpredictable, and often happen at very short range.
You’ll develop the ability to:
• respond under pressure
• move with balance and control
and take decisive action when it matters
WEEK 1: Presence
Awareness, boundaries, and mindset: the foundation of real-world safety.
WEEK 2: Movement & Power
Drop the myths. Build striking power, balance, and real reflexes—big muscles not required.
WEEK 3: Practicing the Unpredictable
.Train for real-life scenarios. Learn how to respond instead of freeze. Build sharpened, capable reflexes.
WEEK 4: Real-World Readiness
Apply what you’ve learned through realistic, confidence-building drills.
WEEK 5: Embodying Empowerment
Live with confidence, presence, and power you’ll carry for life.
Schedule
Practical Skills. Instinctive Responses.
This isn’t about memorizing moves.
Through consistent, hands-on training, you’ll build:
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adaptable physical skills
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reflexive responses
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and the ability to act without hesitation
We use neuromuscular conditioning and realistic scenarios to help your body learn what to do — so you don’t have to stop and think in the moment.
Built for Unpredictability
Real situations don't follow scripts or choreography.
That’s why we train:
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simple, effective actions
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close-range movement and striking
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decision-making under pressure
So you can stay grounded, adjust, and respond — even when things aren’t going according to plan.
Train for yourself — and the people around you
This class is for:
• Men who want to be capable and ready to step in when needed
• Women who want practical, real-world skills
• Teens building confidence, awareness, and control
• Parents who want their family to be more prepared
No experience needed.
All levels welcome.
Choose Your Experience:
A private empowerment night with your circle, or a group class with like-minded women.
WEEK 1: Presence
Awareness, boundaries, and mindset: the foundation of real-world safety.
WEEK 2: Movement & Power
Drop the myths. Build striking power, balance, and real reflexes—big muscles not required.
WEEK 3: Practicing the Unpredictable
.Train for real-life scenarios. Learn how to respond instead of freeze. Build sharpened, capable reflexes.
WEEK 4: Real-World Readiness
Apply what you’ve learned through realistic, confidence-building drills.
WEEK 5: Embodying Empowerment
Live with confidence, presence, and power you’ll carry for life.
💎Option 1: Book Your Own Group (Most Popular)
An unforgettable shared experience where you and the women you care about feel stronger, more connected, and more grounded — together.
You set the tone. We tailor the entire experience to your lives and what matters most to you.
Perfect for:
• Girls' nights
• Birthdays + milestones
• Teens and mothers
• Groups who feel more comfortable in their own space
• Anyone who wants focused, personalized coaching with the people they trust most
💫 Option 2: Join A Group
Perfect if you’re coming solo or one friend and want a welcoming, supportive environment.
You’ll learn how to:
• Hold your space with calm confidence
• Use your voice and boundaries in real situations
• Practice simple, instinctive self-defense skills
• Walk out feeling empowered and capable
Feel a little unsure? You're not alone.
✨✨The 3-minute video above from one of our free monthly webinars—gives a real glimpse into what our bootcamps are all about.
Want the full experience?
🎥Click here to watch the full webinar.
If you’ve ever wondered, “Could I actually do this?”—the answer is YES.
And we’ll show you how.
Want to Host a Private Ladies’ Night?
Perfect for friend groups, work teams, moms & daughters, clubs, schools, and organizations. Available at our locations, or we'll bring the class to you (additional fees apply)
💎 Inner Circle (2–6) — $379
90-minute private session for small groups. Build confidence and preparedness with your closest friends
💪 The Power Crew (7-12) — $649
90 minutes of fun + fierce bonding. Perfect for friends, moms & daughters, or small celebrations
🎉 Empowerment Event (13-18)— $989
2 hours of high-energy connection and real-world skills. A memorable event they’ll talk about for years
Perfect for friend groups, moms & daughters, work teams, clubs, schools, and organizations. Available at our locations or yours.
🎁 What's Included
Every Ladies’ Night includes:
✔️ $25 return-class credit for each attendee
✔️ Free self-defense tool with instruction
✔️ Bonus empowerment resources you can use right away
Length & Results
Skills
Training Access
Integration
Real-World Scenarios
Support
Community
Extras
LifeForce Bootcamp
✅ 5-week focused transformation that builds muscle memory
✅ Instinctive & adaptable skills that work off your natural reflexes
✅ Unlimited classes across 3 locations during 5 weeks
✅ Movement + mindset + awareness + behavior woven together
✅ Parking lots, stairwells, elevators, cars, social settings
✅ Weekly Power Practices, Empowerment Plan, 1-to-1 Safety Consultation, follow-up resources
✅ Women-centered, access to the Empowerment Circle online community, supportive, empowering
✅ VIP status, free self-defense tool, other safety resources
Typical Self-Defense Class
❌ A single “one-and-done” class (or years of dojo training)
❌ Memorized or choreographed techniques (unrealistic under adrenaline)
❌ Fixed time, limited access
❌ Often either behavior or physical skilled focus
❌ Dojo-based drills that don’t match
real life
❌ No follow-up, retention fades quickly
❌ Often mixed, intimidating, or male-dominated
❌ None
Student Stories 💬
“This isn’t just self-defense. It changed how I carry myself everywhere.”
Kyla, 31
Bootcamp Graduate
"This is a must for every single woman. I've told all my friends at work they have to take this course. Total game changer."
Amanda, 25
Bootcamp Graduate
"I was nervous to walk in—I thought I’d feel out of place. But everyone was so welcoming, and within minutes I felt completely comfortable. Honestly, it was way more fun and empowering than I ever expected."
Trish, 42
Bootcamp Graduate
“I came for self-defense skills, but I left with confidence I use every day.”
Lydia, 28
Bootcamp Graduate
"I'm in my sixties and thought I could never participate in a self-defense class. But Tina and the guys made everything so accessible, I learned so much, and now I'm going home to teach my granddaughter!"
Chrissy, 64
Bootcamp Graduate
Locations, Pricing, & Discounts
Locations
This course will run from the second week in May (May 13th) to the second week in June (June 14th), and at three convenient locations:
White Plains: Tuesdays, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Nyack: Thursdays, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Sloatsburg: Saturdays, 1:30 - 2:30 PM
Special Spring Discount!
Get unlimited access to all 15 sessions across all 3 locations for
just $300 (regularly $499)
When you sign up, you can attend any and all sessions at any of the locations throughout the entire 5-week program.
*Classes are for all fitness levels and ages 12+
LifeForce Self Defense
914-297-8878
Nyack, White Plains, Kington & Sloatsburg, NY
Serving communities in Westchester, Rockland, Orange, Ulster (NY), and Bergen counties (NJ).