Silhouette of person practicing self-defense moves
Person practicing self-defense moves

Self-Defense and Self-Protection Classes

Our self-defense and self-protection classes will teach you how to be aware of your surroundings and basic moves that can save you in the event of an attack.

Our self-defense and self-protection classes are designed to teach basic moves to help defend yourself and escape from a dangerous situation.

The Northeast Family YMCA offers a single-day class. The Floyd County and Southwest Family YMCAs offer multiple-week progressive programs.

Locations
  • Offered at the following YMCA locations: Downtown, Floyd County, Northeast, and Southwest
Schedule

Schedule varies by location.

Ages

Floyd County: Ages 14 years and up
Downtown and Northeast: Ages 16 years and up
Southwest: Ages 18 and up

Rates

Rates vary by location.

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