Women’s Self-Defense Karate in Alexandria


Practical personal safety, situational awareness, and real-world confidence

—taught by women, for women.

Womens Class

Many women want to learn how to protect themselves but feel intimidated by traditional martial arts schools filled with hyper-competitive environments or heavy sparring.


Our program is completely different. We provide a cooperative, ego-free space designed to give you real-world tactical tools. 


Led by a professional female instructor, Denise Coursey, a 4th Degree Black Belt with over 20 years of self defense experience, our classes focus on leverage, technique, and awareness rather than brute strength. 
Claim Your Free Women's Class

• No Experience Required 

• Completely Safe Environment

• No Competitive Sparring

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What Sets Our Women's Classes Apart:


  • Women Teaching Women: Train in a supportive, comfortable environment with instructors who understand your specific safety goals and physical dynamics.
  • Real-World Tactics: Skip the flashy, high-flying stunts. You will learn practical, natural body movements designed to break holds, escape grabs, and neutralize larger threats.
  • Build Elite Confidence: Alongside physical mechanics, you will master verbal boundaries, sharp situational awareness, and de-escalation strategies.



Our Weekly Class Schedule

Pick a dedicated slot that works best for your weekly routine:



  • Tuesdays & Thursdays at 6:00 PM | Women-Only Self-Defense

  • Sundays at 11:00 AM | Moms & Teens Self-Defense Class
  • Sundays at 12:30 PM | Basics & Okinawan Kata
  • Sundays at   1:30  PM |  Women's Advanced Class



"I was just walking along when he suddenly grabbed me! I punched him and knocked him down! "

-- Anna, Alexandria




Denise Coursey 4th Dan


Meet Your Co-Owner & Instructor: Denise Coursey (4th Dan)



You are training with elite, experienced instructors. 


Your women's classes are guided by Denise Coursey, a 4th-Degree Black Belt with decades of experience in traditional Okinawan Shorin-Ryu karate. 


Alongside 9th-Degree Grand Master Roberto Curtis, Denise ensures every single class is highly technical, deeply practical, and completely injury-free.

Try Your First Class Free — Zero Pressure

We don’t use high-pressure sales tactics or lock you into confusing, long-term contracts. We want you to feel the supportive environment of our community firsthand. Wear comfortable athletic clothes, bring a friend, and take your first step toward true peace of mind.


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