Strong Minds, Safe Bodies – Community Self-Defence Series

Empower your body. Strengthen your mind. Protect What Matters

This five-part self-defence series is for everyday people. It’s a calm, inclusive space for all genders and backgrounds to build confidence and you’ll learn how to use Arakan Martial Art to protect yourself, your family, and your peace of mind.

Led by Chris Kangalis, Senior Arakan Martial Art Instructor (Melbourne), each session focuses on practical skills, emotional regulation, and confident decision-making under pressure- no experience needed.

You’ll explore how to:

• Recognise potential threats early

• Make fast, safe decisions when it counts

• Control space, distance, and body positioning

• Respond to grabs and situations with calm readiness

• Strike with purpose and precision

Each class blends awareness training, controlled drills, and context-based movement, so you walk away not just stronger — but more grounded, alert, and connected.

🧘‍♀️ What’s Included:

• 60-minute guided self-defence class (for adults aged 15+)

• Repetitive pad work, grab responses & scenario-based drills

• All-gender, inclusive, beginner-friendly environment

• Onsite educator care for children aged 3–10 (up to 7 per session, in a separate room)

• Fresh fruit and water provided

• Space to reflect, connect, and debrief after class

📍 Venue

Taylors Hill Youth and Community Centre
Corner of Calder Park Drive & Omarama Way, Taylors Hill 3037

🗓️ Session Dates (Saturdays, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM):

• 23 August 2025
• 13 September 2025
• 4 October 2025
• 8 November 2025
• 6 December 2025

🎟️ Tickets

• $19 per adult per class (includes booking fees)

• Children aged 3–10 attend free, with professional onsite care (must be registered when booking)

• Strictly limited to 10–15 adults and 7 children per session

• Come once or attend the full series — choose what works for you.

🧾 What to Bring:

• Comfortable clothing and flat shoes

• Water bottle

• Nut-free snacks, water, and nappies for your child (if needed)

• Your confidence — we’ll guide the movement.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who Is This For?

• Adults (15+) of all genders and backgrounds

• Parents/carers who want to learn real-world safety skills while their children are cared for nearby

• Community members ready to build body awareness, calm confidence, and connection

• Anyone who wants to feel safer in everyday situations — no experience required

🧸 Room Setup & Supervision

Classes are held in Room 1 and Room 2, divided by a partition. Adults train in Room 1 while children are safely supervised next door by a qualified educator — giving you peace of mind just a few steps away.

Note: These sessions are for adults and young people aged 15+. Children do not participate in the class.

This program is proudly supported by Melton City Council and delivered by LEAD Association Melbourne West as part of our Strong Minds, Safe Bodies initiative.

Questions? Contact Iris Du on 0433 167 124