--- title: "Women's Self-Defense Workshops in Bengaluru | Authentic Karate" description: "Join practical women's self-defense workshops in Bengaluru. Learn authentic, real-world safety techniques from Shihan Suresh Kenichira. Book your training today." canonical: https://mytribe.in/shihan_suresh_kenichira/self-defense-workshops/women-s-self-defense-workshops last_updated: 2025-09-02 --- # Women's Self-Defense Workshops in Bengaluru Tribe Verified · 33 years of authentic Okinawan karate By [OSK Federation](https://mytribe.in/shihan_suresh_kenichira) · On-site workshops in Bengaluru; Dojos in Davanagere & KGF · ₹799 Per Person (estimate) Part of [Self-Defense Workshops](https://mytribe.in/shihan_suresh_kenichira/self-defense-workshops). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/shihan_suresh_kenichira/self-defense-workshops/gallery) I teach authentic, practical self-defense techniques designed to help you stay safe and feel confident in your daily life. ## Photos and videos - ![Moments from a women's self-defense class. The top image shows participants practicing a blocking and striking drill, while the bottom photos celebrate students' achievements at a felicitation ceremony.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/152cff84-a7b3-4b1e-8c2d-cdedc0c60a6e) - ![Presenting a certificate of participation to the staff at Sri Chamundeshwari Medical College after a successful self-defense workshop. We work closely with organizations to create customized training sessions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1b3c3a2a-fc67-424b-90c0-b4c33449721a) - ![It was an honor to be felicitated by the staff of Sri Chamundeshwari Medical College. We are committed to spreading awareness and providing practical self-defense skills to communities across the city.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eb16ef80-30f6-4fda-b9f5-d93a824b4c63) - ![Another moment of recognition from our workshop at the medical college. Each certificate represents a step towards greater personal safety and confidence for the participants.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/07529128-9081-4286-9d52-b2b592a2aeba) - [Video: Leading a self-defense class for the residents of an apartment complex in Bangalore. My goal is to make this essential training accessible to everyone, right in their own communities.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/315786f2-619c-4e32-8f74-9e25f9809ce7) - [Video: This news report covers one of our women's self-defense workshops. In the interview, I explain my belief that karate should be a mandatory part of school curriculum to empower children from a young age.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/43a975b7-342b-40c6-8ac7-84fe633b90cf) - [Video: Speaking with reporters from TV9 and Suvarna News during a self-defense workshop at our dojo. Media coverage helps us spread the message about the importance of practical martial arts training for personal safety.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bb44cbe9-306c-4b07-93a4-599aa000cd93) ## About Women's Self-Defense Workshops These workshops are not about learning complex movie-style fight scenes. We focus entirely on situational awareness—learning to spot and avoid trouble before it starts—and simple, high-impact release techniques that anyone can use regardless of their fitness level. It is about building the presence of mind and the practical skills to get home safe. ### Why Traditional Karate Matters for Safety My approach to self-defense is grounded in traditional Okinawan Shorin-ryu. I travel to Japan every year to train with the grandmasters there, and I bring that exact, unwatered-down syllabus back to Bengaluru. When we teach you to defend yourself, we are using techniques that have been refined over generations, not trendy moves that look good on camera but fail in a real crisis. ### What You Will Learn My workshops are hands-on. Whether you are an individual, a corporate team, or a group in an apartment complex, we tailor the sessions to your environment: * **Situational Awareness:** We teach you how to read your surroundings, identify exits, and spot potential threats before they become dangerous. * **Practical Escapes:** You will practice release techniques for common grabs and holds. We show you how to use vital points to create space and get away. * **Mental Toughness:** Self-defense is as much about confidence as it is about physical technique. You will walk away with the discipline to stay calm under pressure. ### Our Training Environment We conduct these workshops across Bengaluru, from our Honbu Dojo in Panduranga Nagar to your office campus or residential clubhouse. We believe that professional training should be accessible, so we bring the gear—focus mitts, kicking shields, and safety equipment—directly to your location. If you are ready to learn real-world safety from instructors who live and breathe this discipline, reach out to schedule a session. ## About OSK Federation I started the OSK Federation with just 14 students back in '92, and today we have grown into one of India’s largest karate schools. I teach the same authentic Shorin-ryu syllabus that I learn from my masters in Okinawa, because I believe everyone deserves the tools to protect themselves. My classes are about discipline, confidence, and real-world safety. 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