Escape Alive Survival Skills®
Empowering women and girls since 2009
See below for all upcoming classes, host application
and sponsorship opportunities.
You are your first line of defense.
Escape Alive Survival Skills® trains women and girls to stay safe physically, emotionally and intellectually.
“I think it is very important for women to be able to protect themselves. The class was fantastic, and I feel more empowered. I appreciate the opportunity that was presented to me. To all sponsors - please keep supporting this event! ”
This 4-hour class will cover:
Firsthand survivor stories & experiences
Confidence-building skills
Striking skills to enable escape
Awareness tips
Comprehensive verbal and physical prevention strategies
Option for one-on-one attack simulation with instructor in padded suit
Our class is always free to participants.
This class is designed to give women and girls a fighting chance in the face of an attack. It combines one (1) hour of educational awareness along with three (3) hours of physical skills training.
1 out of every 6 American women has been the victim of an attempted or completed rape in her lifetime. 66% of victims of sexual assault and rape are age 12-17*
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The class is led in partnership with Drew and Daniele Serrano, owners of East Coast Training Systems® and a team of highly experienced instructors and professionals with backgrounds in martial arts, self-defense, and law enforcement.
Drew Serrano
Daniele Serrano
Take a look at a
short clip on the participants in action.
Escape Alive Survival Skills Class
“I can’t say enough great things about this program. I attended with two friends and our daughters and we couldn’t stop talking about what an amazing experience it was. To say we walked away feeling empowered is an understatement. Thank you for giving us an afternoon we will never forget.”
Personal Attention — 6:1 Participant to Instructor Ratio
“The instructors were so encouraging, kind and knowledgeable. I really felt they cared about my safety. Thank you so very much.....what you’re doing is vital. I can’t believe the class was free.....and I’m so glad it was.”
This class is for women and girls 12 years of age and older.
Parent/guardian signature is required during the registration process for all participants under the age of 18.
There are no pre-requisites to participate; beginner, advanced, young and old. It doesn’t matter whether you are an athlete or don’t exercise at all. You will work at your own pace and ability.
Please note that these classes include content involving sexual crimes and may be difficult or triggering for some.
Interested in being a
Host or Sponsor?
Please complete the host application and/or sponsorship form below. All applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis.
