Self Defense for Women
A Closer Look at Women’s Safety | Session Two | Self Defense for Women
February 25 | 5:00 – 6:45 pm
Instructors:
Brittany Scala, Co-Owner of 36 Chambers Jiu-Jitsu
Isabella Klink, Women’s Instructor at 36 Chambers Jiu-Jitsu
Empower yourself with practical, effective self-defense skills designed specifically for women. In this session, Brittany Scala—martial artist and co-owner of 36 Chambers Jiu-Jitsu—will guide participants through essential techniques to help you stay safe, confident, and prepared. This session focuses on real-world physical self-defense, including:
- Striking techniques tailored for maximum impact
- Break-away moves to escape holds and grabs
- Simple, powerful maneuvers anyone can learn—no experience needed
- Strategies to stay calm, think clearly, and act decisively under pressure
Whether you’re looking to build confidence, strengthen personal safety skills, or simply learn how to protect yourself more effectively, this training offers tools you can use immediately.
Take control of your safety—your strength starts here.
Sponsored by The Hall of Fame Village
Presenters:
Brittany Scala, MSW, LSW, has worked in Mental health for 15 years and with traumatized youth in therapeutic foster care for 12 years. She is currently a Program Director for Ohio MENTOR has extensive knowledge of trauma and mental health disorders in children. Brittany has a BA in psychology and Masters in Social work; both obtained from Youngstown State University. She also minored in criminal behavior during her time as an undergrad.
She has been practicing Jiu Jitsu for two years and earned her blue belt in June. Last year, she helped establish a 503c Non Profit to help pay for Jiu Jitsu memberships for At-Risk Youth and is currently the President.
Isabella Klink prides herself on her work as an Airplane Maintenance Technician for Flexjet where she’s been for 7 years working on a fleet of private jets. She obtained her Airframe and Powerplant certification under the FAA from the Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics in Pittsburgh, PA along with her Associates in Specialized Technology.
Izzy is a 3-stripe Blue belt and has been practicing Jiu Jitsu for 4 years. She is the Women’s Instructor at 36 Chamber’s Jiu Jitsu Academy in Youngstown, OH and actively competes at grappling industries, IBJJF & as well as super fight.
A Closer Look at Women’s Safety | Ready. Aware. Empowered
February 11 | February 25 | March 11
Hall of Fame Village | Center for Excellence, Chalk Talk Room (Virtual option is also available!)
This three-part Closer Look Series is a unique learning experience for women who want to feel prepared, not paranoid. Through a sequence of interactive workshops, participants will gain critical insights into self-defense, situational awareness, and responsible firearm knowledge. It’s about readiness, respect, and reclaiming confidence in a world where preparation is power.
Cost per session: Members: $15; Guests: $20
