Real-World Self Defense for Women and Teens
Build confidence, learn practical skills, and feel more prepared for real-life situations — in a supportive, empowering environment.
Whether you’re looking for weekly classes, a transformational bootcamp, or a college prep experience for your daughter, LifeForce Self Defense helps women build the confidence, clarity, and calm to move through the world with greater power and strength.
✅ Beginner-friendly
✅ Real-world focused
✅ Hands-on and empowering
✅ All fitness levels and ages (12+)
White Plains · Nyack · Sloatsburg • Kingston NY
Why Women Train With Us
Most women have never had the chance to actually practice these skills.
At LifeForce, women learn through hands-on experience in a supportive environment designed to help them feel more confident, capable, and prepared in everyday life.
Classes are supportive, engaging, approachable, and fun — helping women feel comfortable while learning practical skills they can actually use.
Girls’ Night Self-Defense
A Private Self-Defense Experience for You & Your Crew
A fun, empowering, hands-on experience for:
friend groups
birthdays
moms & daughters
teams
organizations
community groups
Bring your girls together and learn real-world skills in a supportive, high-energy environment.
Training That Reflects Real Life
Real-world situations are unpredictable.
They don’t follow choreography.
That’s why our training focuses on situations women actually encounter in everyday life.
Parking lots.
Elevators.
Stairwells.
Entering or exiting a car.
Uncomfortable social interactions.
Instead of memorizing techniques, students practice simple, effective responses they can apply in a variety of situations.
Meet Your Instructor
Tina Dawn
Registered Nurse
Certified Self-Defense Instructor
5th Degree Blackbelt
Nearly 20 years ago, after facing some scary situations, Tina walked into her first self-defense class. That experience changed her life — and she’s been training and teaching ever since.
“I know what it’s like to feel unsafe. But the truth is, there’s so much we can do to better protect ourselves — a lot of it is simple, practical, and just not talked about enough.
Training helped me discover power I didn’t even know I had.”
If You’ve Been Thinking About Taking a Self-Defense Class
Some women come on their own.
Many come with a friend, sister, or daughter.
Either way, the experience is something that stays with them long after the class ends.
If you've been thinking about this, empower yourself today - because your safety shouldn't wait for tomorrow.
How Women Train With Us
Empowered Self-Defense Bootcamp
Our flagship training experience.
A 5-week immersive program designed to build real-world confidence, awareness, and capability.Train through realistic scenarios, develop instinctive responses, and gain the calm clarity that comes from being
prepared.
Women’s Self-Defense Nights
A welcoming introduction to practical self-defense training.
Perfect for women who want to experience a class, bring a friend, or take a powerful first step.
College Strong: Self-Defense for Young Women
Designed for young women preparing for greater independence.
This program focuses on awareness, boundaries, social situations, and practical skills for navigating college life and travel.
A powerful experience for mothers and daughters to do together.
PARENTS — GOT COLLEGE SAFETY QUESTIONS?
The College Strong Parent Guide is a practical, thoughtful resource to support conversations around awareness, boundaries, social pressure, and real-world decision-making as your teen prepares for increased independence.
Originally created to accompany the College Strong program, this guide is now available as a free reference many parents use before and during the college transition.
What You'll Learn
✨ More than a typical self-defense class, our sessions blend movement, mindset, and reality-based training.
You'll develop simple, instinct-driven skills that work for every age, size, and fitness level—and tap into strength you can feel in every part of your life.
You’ll leave with real-world tools, clear strategies, and a level of self-trust that can change everything.
Featured Class: Empowered
Self-Defense Bootcamp
5 Weeks To Real-World Clarity, Confidence, & Power
LifeForce Self Defense
914-297-8878
Nyack, White Plains, Kington & Sloatsburg, NY
Serving communities in Westchester, Rockland, Orange, Ulster (NY), and Bergen counties (NJ).
Our Approach
Our comprehensive approach equips you to:
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Reduce anxiety and stress
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Build lasting self-confidence
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Take control of your safety and well-being
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Strengthen mental resilience and emotional intelligence
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React instinctively & effectively when it matters most
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Differentiate real-world self defense vs. sports & sparring skills
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Lead and inspire women in your community