# Event Details - **Event Name**: LGBTQ+ Self-Defence Workshop - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 02:00 pm - **Event Description**: Free, trauma-informed introductory session to Self-Defence for LGBTQ+ individuals at Leicestershire LGBTQ+ Centre.About this EventThe perfect introduction to self-defence, this 2 hour workshop covers basic techniques and is suitable for both beginners and those wanting to refresh their skills. Hosted at Leicestershire LGBTQ+ Centre, this session is a safe space for members of the community to build their confidence. This workshop is free for participants, funded by Leicestershire LGBTQ+ Centre. Spaces are limited so please reserve your spot.Date: Saturday 8 NovemberTime: 12.00-2.00pm (Arrive 10 minutes early).Venue: Voluntary Action Leicestershire, 9 Newarke Street, LE1 5SN. Please access via the back gate on Chancery Street.​About the sessionThrough hands-on practice, you will learn effective striking and self-defence moves, situational awareness and a greater understanding of the fight, flight and freeze responses. Our supportive and friendly environment ensures that every participant feels comfortable and empowered, regardless of fitness level or prior experience.​Course overview:Effective striking techniquesPractice against focus pads and strike shieldsVulnerable areas of the bodyTechniques for common types of attack such as strangleholds, chokes, bear hugs and grabsManaging the common 'freeze' response to threatAbout the instructorTamsin Davis is a certified self-defence instructor with a nationally accredited BTEC Level 3 in Self-Defence, and has completed trauma-informed teacher training with the Conscious Combat Club, the world's first provider of trauma-informed martial arts.Her background is in martial arts as a qualified instructor with the British Taekwondo Council, and a 4th Dan black belt in taekwon-do; she also trains in kick boxing, jiu-jitsu and Russian Systema self-defence.As well as teaching self-defence, she runs one of the only women's taekwon-do clubs in the country and teaches at this and various other classes each week. She is fully DBS-checked, first aid trained and holds public liability insurance for all her sessions. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/78f6b910-b641-11f0-9743-6fdd05a2854c-rimg-w740-h740-dcededef-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/lgbtq-self-defence-workshop/100001848212977769 - **Event Categories**: workshops, health-wellness, lgbt-pride, sports, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Leicester - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Voluntary Action LeicesterShire - **lat**: 52.6319014 - **long**: -1.1347472 - **full address**: Voluntary Action LeicesterShire, 9 Newarke Street, Leicester, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: LGBTQ+ Self-Defence Workshop - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/f1734c87e1cdc827e2f36ee3a8d0bfae701d1ed5b0cdfc1db89045f22fab9e1d-rimg-w1200-h600-dcedeeee-gmir.jpg?v=1761905313 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is LGBTQ+ Self-Defence Workshop being held? - **A:** LGBTQ+ Self-Defence Workshop takes place on Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 02:00 pm at Voluntary Action LeicesterShire, 9 Newarke Street, Leicester, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing LGBTQ+ Self-Defence Workshop? - **A:** LGBTQ+ Self-Defence Workshop is organized by Leicester LGBT Centre. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** LGBTQ+ Self-Defence Workshop 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 Leicester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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