Sydney

classes: Sports and Games

5.0 (26)

4.4 stars (251+)

Training Grounds is a Martial Arts gym in St Leonards, operating for the last 10 years.

Our goal is to empower individuals through Martial Arts, by fostering physical and mental strength, discipline and respect.

Our Women's Self Defence program has been running for about 8 years, and has been developed based on extensive research and real life experiences.

Through this research we know that women who have the confidence to fight back are much more likely to get away and escape serious injury, so THIS is what we want to give you....

The belief and confidence to know you CAN fight back!

What makes our course different to the others out there?

We use traditional Martial Arts techniques that are simple & effective, and we allow you to practice your new found skills with our Live action scenario drills!

This is where you get to put the theory behind the technique to work, and practice situational drilling with our team of (very brave) coaches, who are prepared to take a few hits.

We are located in St Leonards, Sydney and we can host a dedicated event for your team or join one of our courses. We can even travel to your workspace or club.

What makes our course different to the others out there? Live action scenario drills! This is where you get to put the theory behind the technique to work, and practice situational drilling with our team of (very brave) coaches, who are prepared to take a few hits.

We are located in St Leonards, Sydney and we can host a dedicated event for your team or join one of our courses. We can even travel to your workspace or club.

Classes

Women's Self Defence Workshop: Introduction

5.0 (21)

Runs regularly

Crows Nest

1 to 30

$35 - $70

Free Women's Boxing Workshop

Runs regularly

St Leonards

1 to 20

Free

Reviews

(26)

Nicole Kroesche • Jul 2024

My sister asked me to come along with her after a recent unwelcome experience with a strange man trying to follow her home. It was very welcoming and informative. We also managed a lot of laughs. We were given time (under instruction) to practice techniques and to ask questions as we went along. Great teacher and teaching support were very encouraging and helpful. Let feeling more empowered and tired from the workout. Definitely recommend!

Teacher's response

Thank you so much Nicole! Our goal is for women to leave feeling more empowered than when they first walked in, so we are SO happy that you left with some new skills, and had a good work out at the same time. We'd love to see you both back again sometime soon, with each session building on those fundamentals, and lots more to learn.
Thank you again, Kate and the Training Grounds team.

Julie Bradbury • Jun 2024

2 ClassBento workshops attended

This class was a women’s self defence class. The facilities were great. Plenty of room and padding. All the instructors were do nice and informative. Learned a lot in just the first class, like primary goal is to get away, not fight! Good communication and plenty of practice. Can’t wait until next month!

Teacher's response

Thanks so much Julie, we are so pleased that you had a great session. We have lots more to teach you, whilst we build on those fundamentals, so we look forward to seeing you next month! Kate and the Training Grounds team.

Lenka Rokosova • Apr 2024

Absolutely fantastic class The teacher and the boys were very professional, friendly and just great to be learning from. I could bring a friend for free which I did and with that, it was a great value for money! I wish this class was an actual course as there is of course only so much you can learn in 90 min.

Teacher's response

Hi Lenka, Thank you so so much for your lovely review. It was great to have you with us.
We do run the sessions every month and tailor the content to the group, so will always ensure that you learn something new in every session. Hopefully you are able to come along again, as yes, there is only so much we can cover in the 90mins. Thanks again!

Elissa Bramley • Apr 2024

Loved it! I feel like we actually in just one class learned enough to get away, especially if we practice. I was very happy to see my daughter doing well at it. Great staff, will go again!

Talissa Jondral • Mar 2024

Fun and practical lesson! Teacher is very friendly and knowledgeable. The martial arts place looks cool, it's spacious, and clean.

Fiona • Nov 2023

The class had a great format, clear instructions adn lots of chance to try out practical moves. The staff were excellent and very game to have all these moves tried on them. I would definitely recommend this course.

Nikki • Nov 2023

This was just what we were looking for - a little primer in self-defence. It doesn't have time to go too deeply into anything but it gives you important basics, and builds on each of the moves, so you definitely leave the class feeling more confident if you found yourself in a threatening situation. Highly recommend as an introductory class or refresher. Teachers were wonderful - friendly, practical and approachable.

Maree Abela • Sep 2023

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

I’ve done a few of these workshops and learn something new every time, as well as building on previous skills. Safe, welcoming environment and whilst self-defence for women is a serious topic - we always manage to have a few laughs during the session as well! Great space, relaxed atmosphere, great instructors and great value for money. Can’t wait for the next one!

Julie Anderson • Sep 2023

Instructors were wonderful and I thought it was great value for money. I certainly felt a new found confidence and am ready to book another self defence class

Diane Shaw • Aug 2023

Thank you to the Training Grounds team for an informative and practical self defense instruction.

Their welcoming approach helped to understand steps women can use to protect ourselves if needed.

Self defense for women should be in the school curriculum and repeated annually. Highly recommend this course.

Shivani Patel • Jul 2023

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

Instructors were really great and friendly- made it entertaining. Learnt some really handy tips as well that I wouldn't have otherwise thought of.

Teacher's response

Thank you for our great review. We definitely try to keep it as light hearted as possible, as we know that such a heavy topic can be daunting at first. We hope you'll join us again for another one of our sessions.

Maree Abela • Jun 2023

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

Great class. Practical self defence techniques taught in a safe and welcoming space. Look forward to doing more workshops in future. Highly recommend.

Teacher's response

Thanks for your review Maree. We hope you'll join us again, as we have a range of different topics that we cover in each course. Plus, practice makes perfect!

Rachelle Borg • Apr 2023

A fantastic class to attend! I took my 15 year old daughter with me and she feels more confident in defending herself now with some good techniques. I highly recommend this class to any younger or mature lady.

Kate Frost • Apr 2023

Excellent class.East to follow,very practical and useful. I would like to take more of these classes.

Gabriele Bakker • Feb 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews

Great experience from as soon as we first walked in. Great vibe and welcoming friendly staff. We loved the class! The teacher and other instructors were professional, informative, supportive and experienced. The class ran smoothly and we learnt useful self defence skills. We would highly recommend. Thank you to the team

Helen Winks • Feb 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews

Fun class and learnt some useful skills. Really friendly instructors and good pace, would recommend

Deborah Cobb-Clark • Feb 2023

This was an excellent class. The instructors worked hard to make us all feel at ease despite our nervousness. The best part was actually getting the opportunity to practice the techniques we were shown.

Maree Abela • Feb 2023

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

Good instruction and lots of opportunity to practice the skills being taught. Friendly, welcoming environment. Would definitely recommend.

Rani Eaton • Feb 2023

The class was great, the teachers were fantastic. I would highly recommend Training Grounds for Self Defence.

Sarah Cobb-Clark • Sep 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended

Well trained instructors, safe environment. They cater to every level of ability and confidence, and the instructors are happy to ham it up a little to make the women learning feel safe, supported and encouraged.

Katelyn Seary • Jul 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Everyone was very welcoming and friendly. Instructors were great at demonstrating and providing guidance during each of the drills.

Had a lot of fun. Highly recommend and am keen for level 2.

Sara Watson • Jul 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended

Great! So fun and. Instructors were so knowledgeable and friendly taking their time definitely will recommend

Minou Ruiter • Jul 2022

Great class, lots of fun and useful and great teachers! Really recommend the class to everyone

Sarah Doolan • Mar 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews

Great teacher, really good practical skills taught to the level of each participant’s ability.
I feel more confident that I would be able to defend myself if a difficult situation occurred.

Jenice Lee • May 2021

The class was great with lots of practice time. I will be interested in attending the class again as a refresher, and the level 2 & 3 class.

Lauren Tozer • May 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended

The class is amazing, it teaches your practical self defence steps for real life situations.