Kirkland School
Northgate School
1,500+
Years of ancient traditional martial arts lineage
289+
Years of our Instructors experience combined in this region
6,375+
Lives improved over the last 7 years in this region
53+ Yrs
One of America’s longest-standing traditional martial arts school systems
"I walked away feeling strong and confident that I could handle myself in many situations, which is a great feeling!
I signed up for Michelle's six-week course because she is such a bad*** and I can't wait to learn more!"
- Taylor H
Empowerment
Through Technique
At Oom Yung Doe, our Women’s Self-Defense program is designed to give you the skills, mindset, and confidence to protect yourself in real life situations without needing years of training first.
Led by female instructors, our approach blends 3 core elements of effective self-defence:
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Practical techniques
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Mental preparedness
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Physical conditioning
After the training you'll gain the necessary skills to protect yourself and gain the confidence that leaves you walking taller from day one.
Technique
Learn powerful and effective moves that anyone can use in real-world scenarios.
You'll learn knee and elbow strikes, as well as quick escapes from grabs, chokes, and bear-hugs.
Every technique is simple to remember, fast to apply, and proven to work.
You’ll leave knowing exactly how to defend yourself if the moment ever comes.
Physical Conditioning
Training naturally builds strength, agility, and endurance, giving your body the power to respond without hesitation.
Every session sharpens your speed and reaction time.
This allows you to create space, break free, or counter with precision when needed.
Safe Environment
Classes are taught in a supportive, respectful atmosphere, led by female instructors.
You’ll push yourself at your own pace while practicing with partners who want you to succeed, so you can train hard without fear of injury.
Mental Preparedness
Recognize danger sooner and react with confidence.
We teach how to manage fear, control adrenaline, and use body language to deter threats before they escalate.
The goal is to train your mind to stay calm and make decisive choices in high-stress situations.
Build Strength, Confidence and
Real-World Self-Defense
For over 50 years, the Oom Yung Doe schools have been helping women develop the skills and confidence they need to live without worrying.
Whether you’re brand new or already experienced, our certified instructors will help you elevate your awareness, boost your confidence, and give you the tools to protect yourself and those you care about.
When you know what to do, you carry yourself differently, and that makes you far less likely to be seen as a target in the first place.
With Oom Yung Doe, you’re not just learning to fight back... you’re learning to stand your ground, carry yourself with confidence, and walk into any situation knowing you can handle it.
"Their self-defense seminar was fun, athletic, informative and empowering! The teachers were fantastic, inspiring and helpful.
I recommend it to anyone who has not taken self-defense before!"
- Meredith R
5 LEVELS of Women's
Self-Defense Training
(See 4/5 Below)
Upcoming Women’s
Self-Defense Events
(All led by female Instructors)
Every woman should walk through life feeling confident and prepared.
These aren't seminars where you just sit and listen. You'll actually learn and practice techniques that work in real situations.
By the end, you'll have skills and confidence you can always rely on.
What you'll learn:
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Effective self-defense moves that work regardless of size or strength differences
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How to strike with power and precision using pads and heavy bags so you know you can hit hard when it matters
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Ways to carry yourself confidently and take charge of dangerous situations
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All in a supportive environment where you can train hard without getting hurt
You'll leave knowing you can protect yourself when it counts.
FREE Community Lesson:
Women’s Self-Defense
A fast, high-impact introduction to real self-defense. Perfect if you’ve never trained before or want to learn effective techiques you can use right away.
📍 Kirkland
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Sat Aug 2 – 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
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Sat Sept 13 – 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
📍 Northgate
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Fri Aug 22 – 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
6-Week Beginning
Women’s Self-Defense
A more comprehensive training for those who want to perfect their skills. Learn to defend against grabs, punches, chokes, and bear-hugs and more - then build the strength, speed, and timing to make every move count.
Level 1: Basic coordination, striking, and blocking with hands
Level 2: Power generation and evasion using lower body techniques
📍 Kirkland
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Aug 12 – Aug 28 (Tue & Thu) –
Level 1: 7:00 PM | Level 2: 8:00 PM
📍 Northgate
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Aug 1 – Sept 5 (Fridays) –
6:00 PM (Level 1)
Women’s Self-Defense:
Instructor Training Course
Every woman deserves to walk through life feeling confident and secure.
This is your chance to help give other women the tools they need to stay safe and protect their loved ones.
In this course you’ll master advanced, real-world self-defense techniques while learning exactly how to teach them to others.
We’ll give you the tools, leadership strategies, and confidence to guide others and change how they feel about themselves forever.
You’ll walk away able to:
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Show simple and effective techniques that will inspire others
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Teach women of all backgrounds to protect themselves and their loved ones
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Become a leader and a role model in your community
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Help make this world a safer place for all women to walk in
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Encourage other women to feel confident, assertive, and believe in themselves
If you’re ready to level up your skills and pass them on to others, this is where it starts.
"I was really nervous to start a martial arts class for the first time!
I was so happy to find such a supportive environment at Oom Yung Doe Kirkland that also still guides you to improve every lesson.
I initially took one of the women's self defense lessons on the weekend and it was so great to see multiple female instructors and assistant instructors.
Whether you are wanting to try martial arts for the first time or you have years of training under your belt, Oom Yung Doe is a great place to continue your adventure."
— Danielle C.
"Existing in the world as a young woman is scary.
Self defense has always been something I wanted to learn.
This class taught be how to escape attackers and how to protect myself in a way I hadn’t known before. 10/10 I do recommend."
— Luce
"I came here with a group for the self defense class and it was amazing! We learned a lot and the instructors were very informative and friendly.
I definitely recommend Oom Yung Doe in Kirkland and will be contacting them to set up a large group for a self defense class!"
— Alaina F.
"Best Women’s Self-defense class I’ve ever taken.
Instructors very good at providing real world techniques in a short amount of time. You’ll walk out of the class as a very different person that walked in the door."
— Wyn E.
"The best investment for women in a self defense situations."
— Ghi D.
"I learned about Oom Yung Doe through a complimentary community women's self defense seminar they offered one Saturday morning.
I later signed up for their six-week level one women's self defense seminar, which was a great decision. The class size was small with personalized feedback and interaction.
I am excited to keep building on my learnings, as I am now taking the six-week level two self defense seminar. I recommend checking out Oom Yung Doe's classes! The instructors are knowledgeable and really care."
— Rachel B.
"I recently took a women's self-defense class with Michelle! I just want to start by saying how grateful I am that they offered this class!
The main instructor, Michelle, was AMAZING! Michelle and the staff were so passionate and knowledgeable about women's safety and martial arts.
I walked away feeling strong and confident that I could handle myself in many situations, which is a great feeling!"
— Taylor H.
"I used to go to a gym, but that got boring. Then I tried out this place and haven't regretted it for a second. The instructors -- patient, thorough and providing personalized instruction -- make sure everyone improves.
It's a unique mix of martial arts, self defense and mindfulness that challenges the brain as much as the body.
Highly recommend their adult classes and the women's only self defense class."
— Carolyn
“Michelle held a women's self defense lesson for my employees in a 1.5 hour class that was amazing! Michelle helped us not only learn so many skills to protect ourselves, she provided a safe setting that was so empowering and effective!
The event increased our awareness, decreased our internal fears, and brought us closer together as a team. I would recommend this class to all women!”
— Annie K.
“Their self-defense seminar was fun, athletic, informative and empowering!
The teachers were fantastic, inspiring and helpful.
I recommend it to anyone who has not taken self-defense before!”
— Meredith R.
“Did a self-defense class for a work event and loved it.
Michelle made the class fun and very educational. I am definitely sore after that! I am interested in taking more classes, but we'll see if my body can handle it haha. Thanks for the great class.”
— Catrina S.
“I really like this class it was a safe space for us and I got comfortable after.
I’m usually a shy and scared person. The fact that I was able to get comfortable and also get some knowledge with the women self defense class.”
— Jasmine D.
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Oom Yung Doe schools located in Kirkland, Northgate and San Diego are managed
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