Your Self-Defense and Safety Education Coach

Feel Strong. Be Ready.

RAISE Yourself.

Welcome to RAISE Self-Defense for Women. Where confidence begins with knowledge and strength grows through community.

Mission

Our Purpose

RAISE empowers women to become more confident, aware, and in control of their personal safety by teaching simple self-defense skills and safety education.

  • Recognize and avoid danger

  • Create mindset shifts to help you regain control of your life

  • Support your growth with a trauma-informed approach

  • Stay calm under pressure and respond without freezing

  • Build lasting transformation through community and accountability

The Five Pillars of RAISE

RAISE is founded on more than just words. These pillars are here to help shift your mindset to a way of living. They are the foundation of everything you will learn.

Resilience

You’ve faced challenges—and you’re still here. We help you channel that strength into how you protect and carry yourself.

Awareness

Being alert doesn’t mean being afraid. We teach you how to read your environment, trust your intuition, and notice red flags before danger escalates.

Independence

Whether you're starting fresh, live alone, or just want to feel more prepared, we help you trust your own abilities and judgment. You don’t need anyone else to take charge of your personal well-being.

Safety

Preparation replaces uncertainty. You’ll learn simple, practical skills from day one that help you feel secure in real-world situations.

Empowerment

This isn’t about fear—it’s about ownership of your space, your choices, and your peace of mind.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What services do you offer?

  • Online course so you can learn from the comfort of your home and at your convenience

  • Private or Group Coaching (in-person if local to Lynchburg, Virginia or virtual)

  • In-home safety assessments (local to Lynchburg, VA)

  • We can also present to your business, organization, or community group.

How is RAISE different from other self-defense or martial arts programs?

RAISE Self-Defense isn’t a martial arts program.

I'm not here to teach you how to “fight like a man.” Quite the contrary. I'm here to teach you how to avoid a physical altercation in the first place. I'm here to help you be more aware of your surroundings, recognize "red flags," and know how to handle uncomfortable situations. We do this on your terms and adapt the program to your life.

What sets this program apart is connection. RAISE is more than a program—it’s a community of women supporting each other, learning together, and sharing a common goal: to live with more confidence and less fear.

With my specialized training in domestic violence, sexual assault response, and crisis de-escalation, this program takes a trauma-informed approach to self-defense. You’ll never be pushed past your comfort zone. Instead, you’ll gain tools to recognize danger, trust your instincts, and respond with calm, practiced confidence.

How do I get started with private or group coaching?

Start by booking your FREE Safety Strategy Call or submit the contact form. We’ll explore your goals and customize a coaching program that is the right fit for you.

Do you offer virtual coaching?

Yes! I offer private or group coaching via Zoom, so you can join from anywhere in the United States.

I've never taken a self-defense program and I'm not as young as I used to be? Will I be physically capable of participating?

Yes! I teach simple, proven techniques that women can learn regardless of their age or fitness level.

How long is each lesson?

Lessons typically last 60 minutes, allowing time for instruction, questions, and action planning.

Is coaching confidential?

Absolutely. Everything shared during coaching is kept private and confidential in a safe, judgment-free space.

Do you offer payment plans?

Yes — we offer flexible payment options for coaching packages to make support accessible and stress-free.

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