A Stronger Way to Live
Confidence changes how you move through life. Our self-defense training gives women skills they can rely on, so they can focus on pursuing their goals.
Most women aren’t taught
what to do if a situation
turns unsafe.
When Instinct Isn’t Enough
Women with goals don’t slow down. They move through work, training, travel, and daily life with intention, relying on instinct when something feels off.
As they navigate life, they may encounter unwanted attention or boundary crossing. When a situation escalates and size or strength becomes a factor, skills that actually work matter.
Begin your training!
Self-Defense Designed for Women & Teens
We teach awareness and skills designed for real life, including the secret strategies assailants use so you can recognize them early and respond with confidence. We also provide hands-on defense training using leverage and technique rather than force, so they work for women.
What you’ll gain:
Leverage-based techniques that are proven to work against a larger, stronger person
Training that neutralizes the most common threat scenarios as identified by law enforcement and survivors of assault
Awareness strategies to reduce the risk of becoming a target
Confidence and protection that comes from knowing what to do in real-life situations
Karina, Owner & Instructor
Support & Guidance
You Can Trust
At Base Defense, we help women and teens build confidence through practical self-defense training designed for real life.
Training is led by Karina, an experienced instructor who has spent years teaching women and teens and leading self-defense workshops for local colleges, and community groups. Her work is focused on supporting the women of our community with training that feels approachable, and empowering.
Women-only training environment, ages (13+)
Self-defense focus, not competition
Small-group and private training with personal attention
Supportive, judgment-free space for all experience levels
Trauma-informed instruction
Path to Confidence
Sign Up for a Class
Choose a session that works for you.
Build Practical Skills
Learn techniques that work in real situations.
Live with Confidence
Feel prepared, aware, and more in control of your personal safety.
For Every Stage
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Teens & College Students
Prepare for independence with skills that build awareness, boundary-setting, and confidence before stepping into new environments. -
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Professionals & Active Lifestyle
From networking events to workouts and travel, gain practical skills that support the life you’re already living. -
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Survivors
We offer a supportive, trauma-informed approach to rebuilding safety, strength, and confidence through guided training. -
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Travelers
Unfamiliar places can create unpredictable situations. Build awareness and skills so you can move confidently and stay prepared wherever you go. -
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Realtors
Showing homes often means meeting strangers and entering empty or unfamiliar spaces. Learn situational awareness and skills designed to help you assess risk and stay safe on the job.
Real women. Real confidence.
“As someone who is working through PTSD, I wholeheartedly recommend Base Defense as a self-defense program. Karina sets you up with an amazing foundation of knowledge and technique. It’s easier to enjoy the world again when I’ve been given the perfect balance of confidence and technique!”
– Claudia
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“I highly recommend these classes! I’ve learned so much from Karina. I feel more confident that I could defend myself if I needed to.”
– Meg
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Train with
Purpose
Join a community of women who believe in moving through life prepared and confident.
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