Women's MINDSET Weekend Self-Defence Workshop - Hamilton

Women's MINDSET Weekend Self-Defence Workshop - Hamilton

Our women's workshop is probably the most intense, comprehensive, enjoyable & hands-on self-defence syllabus in New Zealand & Australia.

By MINDSET Self-Defence & Close Quarters Combat

Date and time

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 10:00 AM - Sun, 16 Nov 2025 4:30 PM NZDT

Location

Western Community Centre

46 Hyde Avenue Hamilton, Waikato 3200 New Zealand

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event
Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 day 6 hours

The workshop is rated R13 so only those aged 13 and above can attend due to the content taught. There are a limited amount of spaces available so book early. Please note that this is a two-day workshop.

We know that not everyone can manage the full two days due to work, studies or family commitments, so if you wish to attend then we recommend coming along on the Sunday. Ticket purchases cover you for both a single day or two-day attendance.

Don't let the price deceive you; we're firm believers that every woman and family deserves the opportunity to participate in workshops like this without having to break the bank.

So, what sort of things can you expect to learn at this workshop?

You learn the vital parts of the body - parts of the body that are vulnerable & easy to attack.
Learn how to block an attack confidently.
Learn how to defend yourself against slaps, punches, pushes & grabs.
Learn to defend yourself against headlocks, hair grabbing, and wrist grabs.
Learn how to defend yourself against chokeholds, and bear hugs.
Learn how to defend yourself on the ground.
Learn effective rape defence techniques.
Learn how to use your hands, legs, knees & elbows as weapons.
Learn to defend yourself against many other types of attacks with confidence.

Plus, lots, lots more. (depending on the time allowed & the participant's progression)
What we teach is how to deal with the worst-case scenario, when the awareness, avoidance and de-escalation have failed, it all turns physical, there's no obvious way to escape & you must fight back.

"... a massive shout out to Charlie Riley for all the amazing work he does. Charlie, you are a champion among champions. Thank you. Ladies, if you loved #reebokunleashed or if you missed out, please check out Charlie and find a course near you."
Zoe Bell - Hollywood Stunt Woman, Actress & Producer

This is the sixteenth year that we've been running our women's workshop for the community in New Zealand and this is the second year in Australia. All you need to take with you is a positive attitude, comfortable clothing, a drinks bottle & towel plus something to eat during the breaks. Please note that the workshop takes people out of their comfort zone & can be both physically & mentally demanding at times if unsure seek your doctor's advice before undertaking any form of physical training or have a word with the instructor.

For more details contact Charlie (MINDSET Self Defence & Close Quarters Combat) at:
Email: info@selfdefencecourses.co.nz | Mobile: +61 451 900 676


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The founder of the MINDSET syllabus and chief instructor is Charlie Riley, who has combined over 35 years of traditional martial arts, street self defence and close quarters combat experience. He's a certified Master Close Quarters Combat instructor, Black Sash Kung Fu instructor, Kickboxing and Chinese Boxing instructor along with that he has other instructorship qualifications in Unarmed Combatives, Pacific Archipelago Combatives and Filipino Combatives.