Women’s Self-Defence Classes Toronto

Unleash your Power with practical and proven self-defence training

✔ Take control of your personal safety


✔ Navigate the world with more confidence and less fear


✔ Train with girls and women in a safe and supportive environment

Women’s Self Defence Classes

Self defense training for women in Toronto and GTA

Krav Maga for Women

Sundays 12 PM

Thursdays 9:30 AM

Hey there,

As a martial arts school owner, I intentionally avoid using fear and pain points in our marketing. I believe love is a more powerful motivator than fear. Love of life, of people, of health. Love of how it feels to have a strong body and mind.

While many girls and women train at our school, self-defence training is still an afterthought for MOST women (and parents of girls). It's something to "fit in" during the off-season between dance and competitive gymnastics—instead of being an essential in the way so many consider swim lessons to be (myself included).

As a 17-year-old girl, I was assaulted on a crowded TTC bus by a young man. I barely understood what was happening and certainly lacked the confidence or skills to address it. I didn't tell anyone for years. He probably did it again the next day.

I want a world where girls and women are NOT the default victims. No more 1 in 4. I believe the majority who don't bother training believe it won't matter. This is what fear does. It paralyzes from taking action. It's created a collective victim mindset when nothing could be further from the truth! Every female who trains in martial arts is a force to be reckoned with. Taekwondo, Krav Maga, Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu—all simply routes for how we become our own protectors. I'm still not sure how we change this. But it starts with talking about it.

I want you to believe in yourself. I believe in you.

Avigayil Basser

Co-Owner & Director, House of Combat

Women’s Self Defence Skills

  • Learn how to assess your environment and how to carry yourself so you don’t become an easy target.

  • Assert yourself and your boundaries to lower risk of physical altercation

  • Learn how to go 0 - 60 when you are required to engage. Attack with precision and take control then disengage and seek help.

Reviews for women’s self-defence classes

  • Screenshot of a positive Google review about Krav Maga classes at House of Combat, praising the instructors and management for their approachability and comprehensive training.
  • Screenshot of a 5-star Google review by Ellen, praising a Krav Maga self-defense training. Ellen highlights the skilled instructor, Joel, and mentions the class's welcoming environment and diverse experience levels. She also commends the program's organization and communication by Avigayil.
  • A positive 5-star review by Sarah K about learning Krav Maga at the House of Combat. She praises instructors Joel, Avigayil, and Chaim for their welcoming and patient teaching approach, fostering a friendly and clean atmosphere. Sarah mentions gaining confidence despite being new to the training.
  • Google review by Laurie P praising House of Combat, highlighting welcoming atmosphere, valuable skills learned, increased confidence, accommodating instructors, and recommending Krav Maga and BJJ classes.
  • Screenshot of a 5-star review for HOC Krav Maga. The reviewer praises the knowledgeable and patient instructor, Joel, and mentions a warm, friendly class environment with strong community vibes. Highlights include small class sizes, flexible memberships, and helpful staff. The reviewer recommends it highly.

Frequently asked questions

  • We also offer a full schedule of co-ed self-defence classes. We are proud to say that many women feel comfortable attending these so there are always female training partners you can work with.

  • Our women’s specialty classes are for girls and women ages 12+

  • Yes! Our women’s self-defence classes are beginner-friendly.

  • Women’s Krav Maga classes are taught Joel - our founder and head instructor. Joel is mindful and experienced and has been teaching girls and women how to protect themselves for over 30 years.

“Self-defense is not just a set of techniques; it’s a state of mind, and it begins with the belief that you are worth defending.”

— Rorion Gracie