# Event Details

- **Event Name**: SheMoves/SheDefends Empowerment & Self Defense Fundraiser
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Reserve your spot here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/womens-empowerment-class

Join us for an afternoon where women can learn, connect, and grow together while supporting an important cause in our community.

This empowering event will focus on practical, easy-to-remember techniques that could make all the difference in a tough situation. Participants will gain tools to help them feel stronger, safer, and more confident in everyday life.

Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged. This seminar is offered by donation, with all proceeds benefiting the Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center and their mission to provide safe shelter, advocacy, and education for survivors of domestic violence in our community.

During this seminar, you’ll learn:

• Effective self-defense moves for real-life situations

• How to improve awareness and avoid danger

• Confidence-building techniques

• Trauma-informed techniques that support healing, safety, and personal empowerment

• Simple but powerful strategies designed for any skill level

These techniques are designed to help women move with confidence, defend themselves when necessary, and strengthen their sense of personal empowerment.

About the Instructor

The seminar will be led by Carol Ann Williams, founder of Instinctive Defense LLC and a Certified Women’s Self-Defense Instructor with nearly a decade of experience empowering women through awareness and personal safety training.

Carol Ann began her martial arts journey studying Tang Soo Do before expanding into women’s self-defense and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Her passion for empowering women has led her to teach self-defense programs at universities including West Virginia University, Fairmont State University, Shepherd University, and Blue Ridge Community and Technical College.

She has worked with the Sexual Assault Response Team in Martinsburg, WV and has spoken at schools, women’s shelters, Girl Scout meetings, health fairs, and community organizations. Carol Ann has taught women and girls ranging from age 9 through their 60s, always focusing on awareness, confidence, leadership, and the power of trusting your instincts.

Her motivating teaching style and compassionate approach make her a powerful advocate for helping women become stronger, more confident, and better prepared.

Special Thanks

This event is made possible thanks to the generous support of Renzo Gracie Martinsburg, who have donated their space to host this seminar.

Come ready to learn, build confidence, and support survivors in our community.

? Your participation helps make a difference.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/martinsburg/shemoves-shedefends-empowerment-and-self-defense-fundraiser/200029872848142
- **Event Categories**: nonprofit, workshops, health-wellness, meetups, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 43

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Martinsburg
- **state**: WV
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Renzo Gracie Martinsburg - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense
- **lat**: 39.471721860847
- **long**: -77.954147338867
- **full address**: Renzo Gracie Martinsburg - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense, 1211 N Queen Street,Martinsburg, West Virginia, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is SheMoves/SheDefends Empowerment & Self Defense Fundraiser being held?
  - **A:** SheMoves/SheDefends Empowerment & Self Defense Fundraiser takes place on Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Renzo Gracie Martinsburg - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense, 1211 N Queen Street,Martinsburg, West Virginia, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing SheMoves/SheDefends Empowerment & Self Defense Fundraiser?
  - **A:** SheMoves/SheDefends Empowerment & Self Defense Fundraiser is organized by Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** SheMoves/SheDefends Empowerment & Self Defense Fundraiser 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 Martinsburg, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If SheMoves/SheDefends Empowerment & Self Defense Fundraiser sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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