UPDATE 6/23/23: CLASS HAS REACHED FULL CAPACITY.

Be That Girl! Tigard Police detective Kristan Rinell is leading another empowering self-defense class for 13-17 year old girls. Registration required.

Date: Saturday, July 22, 2023
Time: 9:00AM to 11:00AM
Location: Tigard Public Works (8777 SW Burnham St.)
Cost: FREE

In this two-hour class, students will learn about identifying risks, healthy relationships and general safety information.

They will also be introduced to basic self-defense tactics using their voices, strikes and kicks.

A portion of the two-hour class involves instruction on verbal techniques that are vital skills for self-defense. “Many women are taught to be polite and criticized when they speak up and assert themselves,” says Detective Kristan Rinell who instructed the class. “My goal is for students to leave the class knowing that they have a voice and feeling more comfortable using it.”  

Space is limited and registration is REQUIRED.  An email confirmation or waitlist notification will be sent after processing, subject to space availability. Student must live in Tigard.  Questions, or requesting an accommodation for a disability? Email Maddie.Bauer@tigard-or.gov. 

UPDATE 6/23/23: CLASS HAS REACHED FULL CAPACITY.

Looking for a self-defense class, but you don't live in Tigard? Check out safety programs offered by the Washington County Sheriff's Office.