# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Aware & Ready to Defend: Community Self-Defense Class (All Genders Welcome)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: Free self-defense class for all genders. Build awareness, confidence, and safety skills. Includes resource fair. All levels welcome.About this EventJoin us for Aware & Ready to Defend, a no-cost, community self-defense class in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This event is open to people of all genders and experience levels and focuses on building awareness, confidence, and practical safety skills. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with local resources, then participate in a one-hour self-defense training designed to teach simple, effective techniques to help prevent, resist, and escape violence.The self-defense class is available for participants ages 12 and up.Agenda🕑: 05:00 PM - 07:00 PMResource FairHost: The Open Door NetworkInfo: Connect with local organizations offering free resources, support services, and information for individuals and families.🕑: 05:40 PM - 06:00 PMClass Check-In / Stretch & Warm UpHost: Bakersfield Elite Martial Arts🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PMSelf-Defense ClassHost: Bakersfield Elite Martial ArtsInfo: Learn simple, effective self-defense techniques focused on awareness, assertiveness, and personal safety.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bakersfield/aware-and-ready-to-defend-community-self-defense-class-all-genders-welcome/100001986341941217
- **Event Categories**: Workshops, Art
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Bakersfield
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Jastro Park
- **lat**: 35.3745051
- **long**: -119.0351636
- **full address**: Jastro Park, 2900 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Aware & Ready to Defend: Community Self-Defense Class (All Genders Welcome) being held?
  - **A:** Aware & Ready to Defend: Community Self-Defense Class (All Genders Welcome) takes place on Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Jastro Park, 2900 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Aware & Ready to Defend: Community Self-Defense Class (All Genders Welcome)?
  - **A:** Aware & Ready to Defend: Community Self-Defense Class (All Genders Welcome) is organized by The Open Door Network.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Aware & Ready to Defend: Community Self-Defense Class (All Genders Welcome) is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bakersfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Aware & Ready to Defend: Community Self-Defense Class (All Genders Welcome) sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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