Latest Events in Ogawa(July Updated)

The Free 8-Week Self-Defense Workshop Series, 15th Edition is a must-attend event in Oakland for those looking to boost their self-defense skills. Hosted at the renowned FOUR Elements Fitness venue located at 322 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Oakland, CA 94612, this series kicks off on May 25, 2024. With a ticket price ranging from $0 to $20, it's an affordable opportunity to learn essential self-defense techniques in a supportive and engaging environment. Whether you're a beginner keen to build confidence or a seasoned practitioner looking to refine your skills, this workshop series caters to all levels of experience. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your self-protection skills and empower yourself in a fun and interactive setting. Mark your calendars and make sure to secure your spot for the Free 8-Week Self-Defense Workshop Series, 15th Edition.

Back by popular demand! Tuff Love Self-Defense and Compassion In Oakland are hosting another edition of our popular Free 8-Week Intro to Self-Defense Workshop Series at Four Elements Fitness gym. Discover what our minds, voices, and bodies can do. Learn how to protect yourself in a safe, supportive and empowered environment! Tuff Love Self-Defense’s FREE 8-WEEK INTRO TO SELF-DEFENSE WORKSHOP SERIES teaches awareness and safety strategies to avoid assaults before they happen. You’ll also learn effective physical techniques addressing the most common attack situations: being pushed or pulled, punched, cornered, grabbed by the wrist and hair, choked, or pinned to the ground. Rather than relying on strength, you will learn principles of leverage, timing and energy efficiency to defend against a stronger assailant. Regardless of your age, size, strength or physical ability, you can learn the techniques of self-defense while gaining an increased sense of personal confidence and empowerment. Classes are designed to teach a specific self-defense technique with skills building over the 8 weeks. Class includes warm-up exercises, discussion of safety principles, and instruction in a specific self-defense technique practiced with a partner. Class ends with drills to build confidence and strengthen reflexes. No experience necessary. 17TH EDITION WORKSHOP DATES: Saturday, November 9, 2024, 10-11amSaturday, November 16, 2024, 10-11amSaturday, November 23, 2024, 10-11am, CLASS CANCELLEDSaturday, November 30, 2024, NO CLASSSaturday, December 7, 2024, 10-11amSaturday, December 14, 2024, 10-11amSaturday, December 21, 2024, 10-11amSaturday, December 28, 2024 , NO CLASSSaturday, January 4, 2025 NO CLASSSaturday, January 11, 2025, 10-11amSaturday, January 18, 2025, 10-11amSaturday, January 25, 2025, 10-11am* Dates subject to change. WORKSHOP LOCATION: Four Elements Fitness Gym 322 Frank H Ogawa Plaza Oakland, CA 94612 Fourelementsfitness.com COST: FREE/Donation Appreciated WHO: All gender 10+ are welcome. WHAT TO WEAR: Comfortable yoga clothing. NOTES: **We encourage you to attend all 8 classes to get the best out of the series. In order to participate in the workshop series, we required all students to commit to at least 6 out of the 8 classes. **Wearing a mask during class is strongly encouraged. **Before starting any exercise program, it is recommended that you consult your physician. You agree that you are voluntarily participating in this on-line training entirely at your own risk and assume all risks of injury, illness, or death. You agree to hold the creators of this on-line training program and all instructors harmless. When you register for the class you are assuming the risks associated with any and all activities and/or exercises in which you are participating. Information Source: Tuff Love Fitness | eventbrite

Back by popular demand! Tuff Love Self-Defense and Compassion In Oakland are bringing back another edition of the award-winning Free 8-Week Intro to Self-Defense Workshop Series at Four Elements Fitness gym! Discover what our minds, voices, and bodies can do. Learn how to protect yourself in a safe, supportive and empowered environment! Tuff Love Self-Defense’s FREE 8-WEEK INTRO TO SELF-DEFENSE WORKSHOP SERIES teaches awareness and safety strategies to avoid assaults before they happen. You’ll also learn effective physical techniques addressing the most common attack situations: being pushed or pulled, punched, cornered, grabbed by the wrist and hair, choked, or pinned to the ground. Rather than relying on strength, you will learn principles of leverage, timing and energy efficiency to defend against a stronger assailant. Regardless of your age, size, strength or physical ability, you can learn the techniques of self-defense while gaining an increased sense of personal confidence and empowerment. Classes are designed to teach a specific self-defense technique with skills building over the 8 weeks. Class includes warm-up exercises, discussion of safety principles, and instruction in a specific self-defense technique practiced with a partner. Class ends with drills to build confidence and strengthen reflexes. No experience necessary. 18TH EDITION WORKSHOP DATES: Saturday, Feb 1, 2025, 10-11amSaturday, Feb 8, 2025, 10-11amSaturday, Feb 15, 2025, 10-11amSaturday, Feb 22, 2025, 10-11amSaturday, March 1, 2025, 10-11amSaturday, March 8, 2025, 10-11amSaturday, March 15, 2025, 10-11amSaturday, March 22, 2025, 10-11am* Dates subject to change. WORKSHOP LOCATION: Four Elements Fitness Gym 322 Frank H Ogawa Plaza Oakland, CA 94612 Fourelementsfitness.com COST: FREE/Donation Appreciated WHO: All gender 10+ are welcome. WHAT TO WEAR: Comfortable yoga clothing. NOTES: **Please make reservations for each class you like to attend. **We encourage you to attend all 8 classes to get the best out of the series. In order to participate in the workshop series, we required all students to commit to at least 6 out of the 8 classes. **Wearing a mask during class is strongly encouraged. **Before starting any exercise program, it is recommended that you consult your physician. You agree that you are voluntarily participating in this on-line training entirely at your own risk and assume all risks of injury, illness, or death. You agree to hold the creators of this on-line training program and all instructors harmless. When you register for the class you are assuming the risks associated with any and all activities and/or exercises in which you are participating. Information Source: Tuff Love Fitness | eventbrite

Tuff Love Self-defense & Bay Area Superheroes present: LGBTQ+ Safety & Self-Defense Workshop Tuff Love Self-Defense, Four Elements Fitness and Bay Area Superheroes are thriilled to host another FREE safety and self-defense training. Make some new friends, learn skills to keep yourself and your community safe, and leave feeling more confident and empowered! We Protect Us. During this two-hour interactive training, you’ll learn how to protect yourself in a safe, supportive and empowered environment. This event will teach awareness and safety strategies to avoid assaults before they happen. You’ll also learn effective physical techniques addressing the most common attack situations: being pushed or pulled, cornered, rushed at or grab. Rather than relying on strength, you will learn principles of leverage, timing and energy efficiency to defend against a stronger assailant. Regardless of your age, size, strength or physical ability, you can learn the techniques of safety and self-defense while gaining an increased sense of personal confidence and empowerment. While perpetrators of violence hold sole responsibility for the decision to assault someone, individuals can take effective steps to increase their own safety. Learning what our minds, voices, and bodies can do, recognizing that we are worth defending, and giving ourselves permission to stay safe emotionally and physically is a powerful and transformative experience. Class includes warm-up exercises, discussion of safety principles, and instruction in specific self-defense techniques. No experience necessary and no equipment required. TRAINING INFORMATION: WHEN: Sunday, February 2, 2025, 12pm-2pm WHERE: Four Elements Fitness Gym, 322 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Oakland, CA 94612 COST: Free, donation optional WHO CAN ATTEND: LGBTQ+ people ages 10+. No experience necessary. *This event is for adults and children accompanied by a guardian. If you are under 18 and plan to attend without a guardian, please contact us at info@tufflove.org to make arrangements. WHAT TO WEAR: Comfortable yoga clothing. Wearing a mask during class is strongly encouraged. CANCELATION: This training is first come, first serve, and has high enrollment demand with a limited number of registrations, we ask that you please cancel your registration through Eventbrite by Friday, January 31, 2025 if you are unable to attend. We will give your slot to the next person on the waiting list. NOTES: Before starting any exercise program, it is recommended that you consult your physician. You agree that you are voluntarily participating in this on-line training entirely at your own risk and assume all risks of injury, illness, or death. You agree to hold the creators of this on-line training program and all instructors harmless. When you register for the class you are assuming the risks associated with any and all activities and/or exercises in which you are participating. Information Source: Tuff Love Fitness | eventbrite