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Group Self-Defense Workshops in Heath, OH

Practical self-defense for scout troops, sororities, schools, churches, teams and workplaces, taught by Delta's jiu-jitsu instructors.

What your group practices

Gracie jiu-jitsu started as self-defense for people who might be smaller than whoever attacks them, and that's the core of these workshops. Participants practice real movements with a partner, at a pace that suits the group.

  • Staying balanced and creating space when someone grabs or pushes you
  • Breaking common grips on the wrist, clothing and hair
  • Falling safely and getting back to your feet
  • What to do if you end up on the ground
  • Awareness, boundaries and when to leave

How it works

  1. Tell us about your group

    Group size, ages, what you do, and dates that work.

  2. An instructor reaches out

    We'll call or text to talk through goals and timing.

  3. We plan the session

    Length, content and date, fitted to your group.

  4. Your group trains

    Hands-on practice with coaches walking the mat.

Request a workshop for your group

Share a few details and an instructor will reach out to plan the date, length and focus with you.

  • How many people, and their ages
  • What your group is: a troop, team, campus group, church or business
  • Dates and times that work
  • What you'd like everyone to leave with
  • Whether you'd like us to come to you

Workshop questions

How many people can attend a workshop?

Tell us your group size on the form and we'll plan around it. Delta has about 2,500 square feet of mats, which fits a large group comfortably.

Do participants need any experience or special clothes?

No experience needed. Comfortable athletic clothes without zippers, buttons or jewelry are ideal.

Can a workshop be tailored to our group?

Yes. Tell us who's attending and what you'd like them to leave with, and an instructor will shape the session around it.

What ages do you work with?

We've worked with youth groups like Girl Scouts as well as college and adult groups. Let us know the age range when you reach out.

Where do workshops take place?

Workshops are hosted at Delta, where there's plenty of mat space and free parking. Travel to your location may be possible; mention it on the form and we'll talk it through.

Want to keep training?

Anyone from your group can try a full week of classes free.