LGBTQ+ only sessions

Unfortunately, LGBTQ+ people can face situations where their safety is at risk. That’s why Zen Combat Academy (ZCA) is putting on self-defence training sessions specifically for LGBTQ+ people.

These sessions will be run by Echo, one of our coaches who is also part of the LGBTQ+ community.

Who is it for?

It is an opportunity to learn self-defense and know how to protect yourself within a safe environment among people of the same community.

It is an opportunity to meet fellow people and when outside of the gym have the confidence to know that you can take care of yourself when you’re on the street.

These sessions will be for people aged 11+ (from the high school age or year 7 and above).

Why are we putting these training sessions on?

Walking into a martial arts gym can be daunting for some. Especially if you’re learning to protect yourself as someone who idenifies differently.

Therefore, we want to also be able to provide that safe space to open about your own identity and to learn how to protect yourself in the process.

Martial arts personally saved me, and I want that space to be open to as many people as possible.

What will we be training?

For the first hour and 15 minutes, we will focus on Jeet Kune Do, learning both self-defense techniques and how to protect yourself under pressure with kickboxing techniques.

For the final hour and 15 minutes, we will practice Brazilian Jui-Jitsu, a martial art that focuses on grappling and ground techniques.

When are the sessions?

These sessions will run on Friday evenings from 18:00 to 20:30.

Questions

If you have any questions both before coming to your first session and during the training session, please ask just simply fill out the enquiry form below. There is no such thing as a stupid question.

We look forward to hearing your story and seeing you on the mats!