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Women's self-defence workshops at a Szczecin company event

A company can offer a dedicated workshop or add one to a Safety Day. A calm space and clear participation rules matter. We begin with noticing signs, setting boundaries and finding a way out, not just physical contact.

Women training in pairs
Photo from a WCSiB training session.

A step-by-step programme

Participants practise voice and positioning near an exit, then simple pair scenarios such as an unwanted conversation. Every exercise has a purpose and a stop signal. No one needs to recount personal experiences.

Without public pressure

A quieter room is better than a crowded festival stage. Passers-by and loud music distract participants. Watching and asking questions before joining a scenario should be possible.

Tailor the module

Tell us group size, workspace, duties and available area. The programme can address business travel, customer contact or everyday situations. A Szczecin workshop may start a broader workplace safety conversation.

How to invite employees

Describe the content clearly: noticing signs, communication, distance and simple pair exercises. State that sports experience and disclosure of personal experiences are unnecessary. Mention comfortable clothing and the option to observe. Do not promise that a single workshop covers every attack. An honest invitation helps people decide. Provide a channel for questions before the event, especially about physical contact, and consider an anonymous topic poll.

WCSiB · Samoobrona Poznań · Samoobrona Warszawa

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