Empower Her is Instinct Defense Academy’s dedicated Women’s self-defense program in Portland, focused on the 10 most common attacks against women, situational awareness, boundary setting, and intuitive response training. It’s designed for teen girls and women of all ages and fitness levels, with both foundational (Core) and advanced (Force Multipliers) course options.
Not all self-defense training is designed with women’s specific safety concerns in mind. Empower Her was built specifically around the situations women most commonly face — here’s a full overview of how the program works, from foundational mindset training through advanced hands-on skills.
What Makes Empower Her Different
Empower her women’s self defense portland focuses specifically on the 10 most common attacks against women, situational awareness, boundary setting, and intuitive response — a curriculum built around real patterns, not generic self-defense theory.
The Two Empower Her Courses
Empower Her Core
The foundational course, focused on mindset, awareness, and the psychological side of Self defense classes portland — including dismantling common myths that undermine confidence before a physical confrontation ever starts.
Empower Her Force Multipliers
The advanced, hands-on course, covering practical tools like pepper spray and personal safety devices, along with scenario-based training for grabs, holds, and ground situations.
Who Empower Her Is For
Designed for teen girls and women of all ages and fitness levels, Empower Her requires no prior self-defense or martial arts experience — just a willingness to build real, practical skills in a supportive environment.
What You’ll Walk Away With
Beyond physical technique, students build genuine confidence in reading situations, setting boundaries firmly, and trusting their own instincts — skills that extend well beyond any single self-defense scenario.
Getting Started With Empower Her
Whether you start with a free trial class or dive into the full Core course, Empower Her is built to meet you exactly where you’re starting from.
FAQ’S
Q: What is Empower Her?
A: Empower Her is Instinct Defense Academy’s women’s self-defense program, focused on the 10 most common attacks against women, situational awareness, boundary setting, and intuitive response training.
Q: What’s the difference between Empower Her Core and Force Multipliers?
A: Core is the foundational course focused on mindset and awareness, while Force Multipliers is the advanced, hands-on course covering practical tools and scenario-based training.
Q: Who can join Empower Her?
A: The program is designed for teen girls and women of all ages and fitness levels, with no prior experience required.
Q: Do I need to take Core before Force Multipliers?
A: Force Multipliers is designed to build on the mindset foundation from Core, so completing Core first is recommended.
Q: How do I try Empower Her before committing?
A: You can book a free trial class to experience Empower Her firsthand before enrolling in the full program.
Join Empower Her Today
Your first class is always free — no pressure, no commitment. Book a Free Trial Class today with expert instructors in the greater Portland area.
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