Self Defence for Women Course

An empowering program designed to equip women with the skills necessary to protect themselves



4 x 1.5 hours Location Adelaide Class size 1 to 6 (public classes), 10 to 15   $114 (Afterpay available)

Want to learn self-defence? Join this empowering program in Adelaide, designed to equip women with the knowledge and skills necessary to protect themselves in various real-life situations.
Safety is paramount and this course aims to instill confidence, awareness and practical self-defence techniques.
Run by experienced instructor Gary Finch, he'll guide you through a range of topics related to personal safety and practical self-defence techniques.
He is also an appointed South Australian White Ribbon Ambassador and provides support and information sessions to various interest and community groups, promoting the overall safety of women in our society today.

Upcoming dates for Self Defence for Women Course

Times are Adelaide time. Dates and prices as of 24 Oct 2026, 1:56am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

1 upcoming date between 10 Nov 2026 and 10 Nov 2026.

  • Tue 10 Nov 2026, 6pm-7:30pm (then the same time each week, for the next 3 weeks)
What you'll get
  • Expert guidance
  • Newfound self-defence skills
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
Session repeats

This class series runs over 4 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Location

WEA Centre - 223 Angas Street, Adelaide SA

WEA have a carpark ($5 entry)

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Recent reviews of Self Defence for Women Course

  • 5/5 from Ella Shannon, attended Jul 2025: Gary was great, supportive and easy to talk to.
  • 5/5 from Bridget Hales, attended Jul 2024: Great teacher and lots of practical skills taught in these classes. I feel more confident as a result of attending this course.
Your teacher

WEA Adult Learning
WEA Adult Learning

4.8 (115)

The Workers' Educational Association of South Australia Incorporated, founded in 1913, is Australia's largest non-government adult community education organisation.
The WEA provides learning opportunities for anyone aged 15 years or older (in most courses - there are some age restrictions on individual courses) and there are generally no pre-requisites for courses and no assessment or exams.
We operate as an innovative, flexible provider of moderately priced adult education services. We're an independent, non-government association almost completely funded by the student fees that we receive.
In addition to our skills and enrichment courses including computer training, we offer overseas tours, services to assist people with a disability enter mainstream courses and WEA Clubs membership that enables students to continue their interests.
The WEA conducts courses at over 30 locations in metropolitan Adelaide, South Australia. A large part of our program is conducted at the centrally located WEA Centre in Angas Street, Adelaide.

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