Leslie loves teaching Wen-Do because working at the intersection of practice (learning effective physical techniques) and theory (dismantling stereotypes surrounding violence against women, knowledge about self-defense, and naming women’s experience) profoundly empowers women.…
As a long time senior trainer and activist in Wen-Do Women’s Self Defence, I teach all levels including the instructor training program. Since 1988, I have been part of the creation of safety and wellness programs for colleges, community groups,…
I first took Wen-Do at the age of sixteen, and it’s no exaggeration to say that the course changed my life. I had never felt strong or athletic, so it was incredibly empowering to realize I could physically defend myself;…
As a survivor of physical and sexual violence, Wen-Do has been a life changing experience for me. It helped me feel safer, increased my confidence, and ultimately helped me to heal.…
Hey there! I’m Anne – a new instructor with Wen-Do Women’s Self Defence, located in Windsor, Ontario. I absolutely love the way community and connection forms in Wen-Do spaces. Of course I love the verbal and physical techniques (as one…
Alex has been working in the world of mental health in a variety of capacities for the past decade and currently runs a virtual private practice as a Registered Social Worker.…
