# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Self Defense 101
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 09 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu, 09 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm
- **Event Description**: *REGISTRATION GOES LIVE TUESDAY, JUNE 9TH, AT 9AM*

Take control of your personal safety and learn practical self-defense basics in this interactive, discussion-driven class led by retired U.S. Navy SEAL Frank Odermann of Zero Victims. This two-hour session is designed to help you better understand your rights, your options, and realistic ways to protect yourself in situations.

Event Details:
? July 9th
⏰ 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
? Billings SCHEELS Training Rooms

What You’ll Learn:
• Self-defense fundamentals and situational awareness techniques
• How to assess situations and make informed decisions under pressure
• Montana laws surrounding non-lethal and lethal force
• Your rights, responsibilities, and options for personal protection
• Practical use of non-lethal self-defense tools, including pepper spray, pepper gel, and Equalizer keychains

Hands-On Experience:
• Practice safely using inert pepper spray so you know what to expect before an emergency
• Participate in open discussion around real-world self-defense scenarios
• Ask questions throughout the class in a relaxed, educational environment

Registration Includes:
• Register for $25 and receive a $25 SCHEELS gift card upon arrival
• Light snack
• Swag
• Entry to win a $100 SCHEELS gift card plus additional prizes

Important Information:
• Please arrive 10 to 15 minutes early. Class will begin promptly at 5:30 PM
• Instructor requests that no weapons be brought to class
• Attendees under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian

Spots are limited, so reserve yours early and leave with practical knowledge, hands-on experience, and greater confidence in your ability to protect yourself.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/billings/self-defense-101/200030205090119
- **Event Categories**: workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 32

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Billings
- **state**: MT
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1121 Shiloh Crossing Blvd, 59102
- **lat**: 45.74899
- **long**: -108.61401
- **full address**: 1121 Shiloh Crossing Blvd, 59102, 1121 Shiloh Crossing Blvd, Billings, MT 59102-7361, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Self Defense 101 being held?
  - **A:** Self Defense 101 takes place on Thu, 09 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Thu, 09 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm at 1121 Shiloh Crossing Blvd, 59102, 1121 Shiloh Crossing Blvd, Billings, MT 59102-7361, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Self Defense 101?
  - **A:** Self Defense 101 is organized by Scheels (Billings, MT).
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Self Defense 101 is ideal for curious learners, students, 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 Billings, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Self Defense 101 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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