6-Week Beginner Self-Defence & Practical Kickboxing Course

Build confidence. Stay safe.

In today's world, knowing how to protect yourself is an invaluable skill. Whether you're walking home late at night, traveling alone, or simply looking to boost your awareness and confidence, our Street Smart course at Elemental Kickboxing Leeds will equip you with practical self-defence techniques that are easy to learn and effective in real-life situations.

This 6-week beginner-friendly course combines practical self-defence strategies with kickboxing techniques, helping you understand how to react in threatening situations, escape grabs, defend against strikes, and use everyday objects to your advantage.

What You’ll Learn:

Week 1 – Circles(Tuesday 29th April 2025, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm)

The best rule for self-defence

Basics of UK self-defence law

Understanding the fight-or-flight response

Using distractions effectively

Pre-emptive striking techniques

Escaping same-arm and opposite wrist grabs

Week 2 – Grabs(Tuesday 6th May 2025, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm)

How to break free from wrist grabs

Defending against bear hugs (front & reverse)

Escaping collar grabs

Week 3 – Strikes(Tuesday 13th May 2025, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm)

How to use distractions to your advantage

Defending against haymaker punches

Low kicks for self-defence

Kickboxing-style blocks and counterattacks

Week 4 – Chokes(Tuesday 20th May 2025, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm)

Escaping one-arm and two-arm chokes

Defending against headlocks

Getting out of a guillotine hold

Week 5 – Realistic Clothing(Tuesday 3rd June 2025, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm)

Understanding how your clothing affects your defence

Identifying useful items in your pockets or bag

Using everyday objects to help in self-defence situations

Week 6 – The Test(Tuesday 10th June 2025, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm)

Putting everything into practice

Simulated real-life scenarios, including surprise attacks

Who is this course for?

- Complete beginners – no experience necessary

- Experienced Kickboxers

- Anyone wanting to feel safer in everyday life

- Those looking to build confidence and situational awareness

- People who want to improve fitness while learning valuable skills

- Recommended for ages 15 and up

Course Details:

Location: Elemental Kickboxing Leeds, Unit 2, Bath Lane, Bramley, Leeds, LS13 3AT

Start Date: Tuesday 29th April 2025

Time: 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm (1-hour sessions)

Cost: £60 for the full 6-week course

Lead Instructor: Josh

Limited spaces available – book now!