Modern Self-Defense – Queer Edition

Queer self-defense from Moderní sebeobrana is a workshop for LGBTQIA+ participants who want to take their safety into their own hands 💥 Don't expect drills or macho vibes – more like real talk about situations that actually happen and how to respond with more calm and confidence.

Come to the workshop if you want to:

• learn how to read potentially threatening situations
• get tips on how to avoid them
• pick up tools for setting boundaries
• practice using your voice and body and reacting under pressure so you feel as safe as possible
• be safe in queer relationships
• find out what forms of support you can access and how to take care of yourself and your community

All in a supportive environment.

The workshop combines simple, functional tools with an emphasis on prevention, self-confidence, and awareness of your own needs – if you want to, you'll walk away with skills that make sense and you can use right away. Come try it out and experience a bit of empowerment with a community twist 🌈

Workshop led by: Petra (she) & Jus (she/they) – instructors from Moderní sebeobrana. They focus on working with the queer community and educate themselves in trauma-informed approaches. Petra also completed a Crisis Intervention training course.

Entry – free

Accessibility – suitable for teenagers

Vibe check – intimate event (up to 30 people), loud event, requires audience interaction or participation with other attendees, seating available, indoor space

Trigger warnings – we'll touch on topics including violence (queerphobia), sexism, and intimate partner violence. The workshop includes demonstrations with raised voices.

Organized by – Moderní sebeobrana Moderní sebeobrana is not just about physical defense, but also about understanding the myths and stereotypes that make us easy targets, building self-confidence, and protecting personal boundaries in everyday situations, plus mastering the ability to defend not just ourselves but others too. We've been teaching self-defense through empowerment for over 10 years.