CAE offers this course on a sliding scale (based on income). The course can be anywhere from $5 per class ($25 total for the course) to $35 per class ($175 total for the course) at the highest. To determine your particular fee you can call our office between 10 AM and 6 PM. (718) 788-1775

This class is free for survivors of relationship/domestic violence, sexual assault, or childhood abuse.
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"I feel stronger, more assertive, and more confident. Very exciting, transforming class."

CAE's award-winning self-defense program is offered at different times through-out the year. The course meets once a week, for 5 weeks. Click here for an updated schedule.

All classes are taught by instructors who have been trained through our organization. There are usually 2-4 instructors per class and approximately 20-30 students per class.



The curriculum focuses on violence-prevention. Students of all skill and ability levels will learn basic self-defense information including physical techniques, ways to get out of different grabs & holds, verbal exercises, roleplays & discussions about dealing with attackers who are strangers, acquantainces or intimates.



This course is open to all women & transgender people (18 & up). Free childcare is available to all students. Students are diverse in age, body type, background and ability. With prior notice, we are able to give added attention in class to students with varying abilities. Unfortunately, we are on the second floor and our space is not handicapped-accessible. Call for more information or to set up a workshop or course at your location.



To join our next 5-week self-defense course, you must call us to pre-register. Our office is open for callers from 10 AM to 6 PM, Monday - Friday. After you have pre-registered we will send you the appropriate forms in the mail.