Women's Self-Defense Classes in Greater New Orleans
Incendiary Training Services offers women-only Krav Maga self-defense classes in Greater New Orleans, led by the first certified African American female Krav Maga instructor in Louisiana. Classes are held one to two times per week. After registering through the booking link, participants receive the class location automatically by email. No prior experience or equipment required.
Why Krav Maga for Women
Krav Maga was developed for real-world scenarios, not competition. The techniques are straightforward, effective, and designed to work regardless of size or strength difference. There are no complex movements to memorize. You learn to respond instinctively under stress.
Our instructor, Afton Johnson, is IKI-certified (Israeli Krav International) and teaches from direct experience as both a survivor and a professional. Classes are women-only to create an environment where participants feel safe to practice and ask questions without hesitation.
What You'll Learn
- Threat recognition and situational awareness
- Verbal de-escalation techniques
- Krav Maga defensive movements for the most common real-world scenarios
- Ground defense and escape fundamentals
- How to respond when avoidance is not possible
Class Details
- Who: Women only. All ages and fitness levels welcome.
- Experience required: None.
- Equipment: All provided. Wear comfortable athletic clothing and closed-toe shoes.
- Location: Provided via email after registration. Not listed publicly.
- Frequency: 1 to 2 classes per week.
Class location is sent by email after booking is confirmed.
Service Area
Classes are accessible to women across Greater New Orleans, including New Orleans, LA, Metairie, LA, Kenner, LA, Gretna, LA, Harvey, LA, Chalmette, LA, Slidell, LA, Mandeville, LA, Covington, LA, and Hammond, LA.