Five classes
Empowerment-based self-defense and communication training. Offered year-round and scheduled on request, at your location or an arranged venue.
Public classes are for adults. Teens aged 16 and 17 are welcome with a parent or guardian's consent; the parent does not need to take the class. Introduction to Self-Defense for Trauma Survivors is for adults 18 and over.
For individuals and groups
I Just Want to Hit Something
Mostly physical: simple strikes on pads, plus ways to stay steady. A high-energy introduction to physical self-defense, roughly 80% hitting and 20% grounding. Learn to actually strike, with power and good mechanics, plus grounding tools to stay centered. Big energy, real release. Consistently our most popular short class.
Full class details
4 hours. Low emotional intensity. General public welcome.
Pay what fits: $60, $95 or $140.
Introduction to Self-Defense for Trauma Survivors
Mostly about staying calm under stress and setting boundaries with words, with a little physical practice: roughly 80% emotional, 20% physical. You learn to recognize your default stress response (fight, flight, freeze, fawn) and to move from any of them into focus. Grounding, body awareness, and supported verbal-boundary role play, with enough physical work to feel capable.
Full class details
4 hours. Trauma-informed. Small group.
Pay what fits: $60, $95 or $140.
BASICS, Core Self-Defense Intensive
Our flagship, and the source every other course draws from. A full-spectrum journey from situational awareness, boundary-setting, and trusting your gut through full-force physical defense: saying don't touch me, escaping unwanted contact, strikes, kicks, and ground defense. Deep, emotionally honest, transformative work.
Full course details
20 hours, multi-session. Cohort-based, scheduled in advance.
$350, $495 or $750: you choose the tier. When dates are set, a $60 deposit will hold your place. Nothing to pay now.
For organizations and workplaces
Safety 101, Assertive Communication and Boundaries at Work
Two trainers come to your workplace and work with a team that already works together. Staff practice clear, respectful ways to speak up: the difference between assertive and aggressive, and how to hold a boundary with a coworker, a customer or a client.
Full training details
2 hours, expandable to 4. Two trainers. On site.
From $900 for nonprofits and $1,400 for businesses, up to 25 people.
IMPACT:Ability
An abuse-prevention series for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and the staff who support them. We bring it to your school, agency or self-advocate group. Supported by the Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services.
Multi-session series. With partner organizations.
From $7,500 for a series of 12 sessions.
To book a class or discuss pricing, call (614) 437-2884 or email info@impactsafety.org. You choose the price that fits. If none of the three fits, tick “I may need a reduced-cost seat” on the class list form.
Deirdre, IMPACT graduate