Free Self Defense and Personal Safety for People of Color

As a result of demand from our community, The LGBTQ Center of Long Beach, Groundwork Fitness, and instructor Gisele Fong will be hosting a free self defense course specifically for people of color. This class, a closed space for those who identify as people of color, will cover self-care, de-escalation techniques and hands on instruction to safely defend yourself from potential attacks and grabs. All equipment, as well as snacks and water, will be provided. Please wear comfortable clothing.

Instructor Info: Gisele Fong, PhD, is a social justice activist, community builder and Executive Director of EndOil, an environmental health and justice organization. She is a 2nd degree black belt in American kenpo karate.

Thank you to our Community Partners, Building Healthy Communities: Long Beach, The California Conference for Equality and Justice, Long Beach Breastfeeds, and Gabriela Los Angeles

RSVP: Please RSVP using the Eventbrite link to ensure an accurate headcount https://self-defense3.eventbrite.com