Lioness Martial Arts teaches self-defense, assault prevention and personal safety to individuals and groups in and around Pittsburgh, PA.

We specialize in self-defense for women and girls. Our comprehensive approach is designed to prepare women with effective options to use in situations ranging from verbal harassment to physical assault. Classes are held in Pittsburgh's East End.

We also offer self-defense and assault prevention programs for corporations, schools, hospitals and nonprofit organizations. These classes are customized to meet each group's needs, and may be conducted at their location or ours.

Read an article about our self-defense classes:
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Self-Defense for Women

January 14 - February 18 
10:00 - 11:30 am

Give the gift of safety this year! Verbal skills, personal safety strategies, powerful defenses and more, taught by experienced instructors in a supportive environment. Created especially for beginners, these classes are perfect for all ages and abilities. A unique and valuable gift for any woman -- including yourself!

Holiday Special: Sign up with another woman and take $10 off each registration

To register please contact us at info@lionessmartialarts.com or 412.241.6519

Dates:  January 14 - February 18 (six consecutive Saturdays)
Time:  10:00 - 11:30 am 
Cost:   $120 for all six classes; financial assistance is available

Special New Class!

Mother/Daughter Self-Defense

February 12 - March 18 
4:00 - 5:30 pm

Improve your confidence and have fun learning new skills that will last a lifetime! Designed for moms and daughters (ages 10-15), these empowering classes are perfect for beginners — no prior experience or athletic ability needed!

In this course you’ll learn a variety of safety skills including how to identify and avoid trouble, using the power of your voice, projecting a strong attitude, speaking assertively, and effective physical defenses.

Special Discount: Pay $120 for mom, and each daughter is $60 (half-price). Pre-registration is required. All registrations and payments must be mailed by January 20.

To register please contact us at info@lionessmartialarts.com or 412.241.6519

Dates:    February 12 - March 18 (six Sundays)
Time:    4 - 5:30 pm



"This class far surpassed my expectations -- we learned many helpful things and I feel much more empowered. Thanks for your expertise and professionalism!"

- Self-defense student, Pittsburgh, PA

"I went from feeling like a victim to feeling empowered. This class has taught me that I have the tools to keep safe. I now have that vital toolkit to use if I ever find myself in an unsafe situation again. The teachers are so wonderful, and they break everything down into manageable steps. When you put them together under their excellent guidance, you feel the power that is in every woman."

- Self-defense student, Pittsburgh, PA

Contact us about: self-defense for women, self-defense for girls, assault prevention and safety strategies for your group,  private self defense instruction, corporate programs and after-school programs. 

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