Schedule:
Thursdays, October 29 - November 19, 2026 (4 Sessions)
6:00 - 8:00 PM

Build confidence and learn practical self-defense skills in this four-week course for women and girls ages 14+. Participants will develop awareness, prevention strategies, de-escalation techniques, and basic physical self-defense skills in a supportive and empowering environment. No prior experience is necessary. 

Instructor: Captain Eleni Barbieri serves as the Director of Training for the Springfield Police Department and has more than 20 years of law enforcement experience. She is passionate about education, community outreach, and empowering women through practical training, leadership, and personal safety.

For girls and women ages 14+

This is a free program but pre-registration is required.

JCC members: To register, please login to your Account Portal.

First-time registrants: Before you register, first fill out this Guest Account Application, and then go to the Account Portal and follow the steps to create an account.