Functional Self-Defense for the Every day Woman

Stand in your power, Set Boundaries, speak out

Do You Feel Emotionally or Physically Weak?

Do you feel like you’re constantly giving to everyone else—your family, your job, your friends—but leaving nothing for yourself? Are you suffering in silence, feeling emotionally drained and physically powerless, while the weight of your sacrifices pulls you deeper into exhaustion and despair?

This cycle of self-sacrifice doesn’t just leave you tired. It can strip away your sense of self and lead to deeper struggles:

  • Emotional Exhaustion: You’re running on empty, overwhelmed, and unable to find joy or fulfillment in your life.

  • Loss of Identity: Putting others first has left little space to honor who you are or what you truly need.

  • Physical Vulnerability: Without the tools to protect yourself, you feel unsafe and powerless.

  • Difficulty Setting Boundaries: Saying "no" feels impossible, leaving you overcommitted and undervalued.

  • Erosion of Confidence: You’ve started to doubt your worth, your capabilities, and your right to take up space.

And worse? The silence you endure can lead to depression, making it harder and harder to break free.

If this hits close to home, know that you don’t have to stay stuck in this cycle. You can reclaim your strength, your voice, and your sense of self.

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Our Methodology: Empowerment Through Mind, Body, and Voice

Welcome to Reclaiming Your Courage, where women's self-defense isn’t just about physical moves—it’s about empowering you to reclaim your strength, voice, and boundaries in every aspect of your life. Our unique approach goes beyond traditional self-defense training by integrating mindset, body, and voice for a complete, transformative experience.

Mind: Build Your Empowered Mindset

True self-defense for women starts in the mind. Our training helps you shift from fear to confidence, teaching you how to trust your instincts and make empowered decisions in every situation. You’ll learn how to set clear boundaries and protect your mental well-being—because a strong mind is the foundation of lasting safety and empowerment.

Body: Strengthen Your Physical Presence

Your body is your ally in self-defense. Our trauma-informed techniques are designed not only to teach you physical moves but also to strengthen your physical and mental resilience. Whether you’re learning how to defend yourself or simply feeling more confident in your skin, we’ll help you embody the strength and power needed to stay safe and assertive in any situation.

Voice: Speak Your Truth with Confidence

In a world that often asks women to shrink, we teach you to use your voice unapologetically. Self-defense for women goes beyond physical protection—it’s about setting boundaries with authority and speaking up for yourself. Our training equips you with the tools to defend your peace and speak your truth, no matter who you’re standing up to.

Holistic Self-Defense: Protect Yourself in Every Way

We don’t just teach self-defense—we offer a holistic approach that integrates mind, body, and voice. Our unique method ensures that you leave empowered, grounded, and equipped to handle any situation that comes your way. This is self-defense done in a new way, giving you the confidence to protect yourself physically, emotionally, and energetically.

As Seen On

  • You are the non-negotiable in any given situation. You are worth fighting for

    ~ Leslie Lew ~

ABOUT LESLIE

Leslie Lew, International Keynote Speaker, Humanitarian, Coach and 3x Author

Leslie Lew, known globally as the "Warrior," is an International Keynote Speaker, Humanitarian, Coach, and 3x Author. She is a trailblazing women’s self-defense expert dedicated to empowering women and marginalized communities. As the founder of Reclaiming Your Courage and co-founder of the Warrior Queens Rise movement, Leslie leads with a powerful mission: to equip moms and femmes with the strength, tools, and confidence to protect their children and themselves, always.

Rooted in her core values of love, courage, and community, Leslie’s work is both transformative and life-saving. Her approach goes beyond self-defense techniques, integrating emotional resilience, boundary-setting, and personal empowerment into a holistic model for safety and strength. Leslie’s Mind Body Voice (MBV) Method supports women in overcoming adversity by cultivating physical and emotional power.

Leslie’s career is marked by prestigious honors, including recognition from the Washington DC Chronicle News as one of the “Global Women to Watch in 2024”. As a two-time black belt and lifelong martial artist, her expertise has touched thousands, empowering women to stand in their power.

Recently, Leslie completed a transformative tour in Kenya, speaking to over 25,000 students in just nine days. This tour ignited a global movement for change, solidifying her role as a beacon of strength in the fight against gender-based violence.

Leslie Lew’s vision is clear: to co-create a world where every woman and femme feels safe, empowered, and free to live without fear. As a best-selling author, speaker, and advocate, Leslie stands as an extraordinary leader and a true woman warrior.

SERVICES

SERVICES


Our comprehensive services include self-defense training and trauma-informed
support designed to address the unique challenges faced by our clients.

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Signature Topics:

~ Empowering Women: Reclaiming Confidence, Strength, and Self-Worth
~ Humanitarian Efforts: Creating Lasting Change Through Advocacy and Action
~ Community Safety: Building Stronger, Safer Spaces Together
~ Breaking Generational Trauma

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Get Your FREE 5-Minute Training Video to learn quick and effective self-defense techniques using a common item: your stainless steel water bottle. In just 5 minutes, this training video will show you how to use your bottle as a practical tool for protection.

Mom Army

This is a community of courageous, badass moms dedicated to supporting one another as we reclaim our power, stand in our truth, and create safe, empowered lives for ourselves and our families. Together, we’re building a space rooted in love, strength, and resilience.

Events for Support and Connection

Whether you're joining a high-energy workshop, an intimate retreat, or a life-changing summit, each event is rooted in our core principles of love, strength, advocacy, and allyship.

PODCAST & Media Highlights

Rise Today - Biashara Tuesday

Linda and I have an open conversation centered on the interseaction between race and personal safety

LOSD Skills Live @ King’s College cambridge uk

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Women to watch in 2024

Amy and Leslie discuss their relationships with their toxic Asian mothers and their journey.

Blog

Stay updated with our latest articles on confidence-building, self-defense, and personal empowerment.
Learn practical tips and strategies to navigate various aspects of life with courage and strength.

As moms, our instinct is to protect our children at all costs. We teach them to look both ways before crossing the street, avoid strangers, and speak up when something feels wrong. But in our pursuit of safeguarding their well-being, we often forget one critical factor: our own safety.

Women's Self-Defense Needs a Facelift: Evolving to Meet Modern Threats

Women's self-defense has long been taught through the same stale methods. We've been handed whistles, taught to scream "fire," and handed techniques for breaking wrist grabs—but the reality is, the threats women face today have changed.

To co-create a world where every woman and femme feels safe, empowered, and free to live without fear.

MISSION STATEMENT

our brand Values

LOVE

Our brand is built on a foundation of love, fostering genuine connections and compassion in everything we do.

sTRENGTH

At the heart of our brand is a commitment to inner and outer strength. We believe in empowering individuals to discover and take ownership of  their inner resilience, courage, and determination.

aDVOCACY

We  equip individuals with the skills and confidence to advocate for themselves and their interests assertively.

intentional action

Every decision we make is deliberate and purposeful, reflecting our commitment to creating positive impact and meaningful change.

We actively stand in solidarity with marginalized groups, advocating for justice.We prioritize building strong communities where individuals feel valued, supported, and included.

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Testimonials

  • “My time with Leslie gave me hope, inspiration and a sense of peace and calm. I felt grounded and connected to my true voice. I was clear headed and could see the old patterns and behaviors creeping back into how I was showing up in my relationship. Leslie helped me create a plan, shared tools and techniques to use during trigger times - ultimately she helped guide me back to my own inner wisdom and power.”

    Diana L.

  • “Few people bring more energy, excitement, and massive courage to the stage than Leslie Lew. Her talks are inspiring, dynamic, and, massively motivating, so you want to take action immediately. Leslie brings theory into reality. She shows you tangibly what you can do to reclaim your courage, step into your power, and own your space the way you have always wanted to but been too scared to try. You can literally see the audience begin to reclaim their own courage and voice in real time during her talks.”

    Jeff H.

  • “After one conversation with Leslie, I was able to turn what was previously a very anxiety inducing situation into one of the most empowering moments in my life.For months I lived in fear of confronting my gaslighting, sh*thead neighbor whose consistently off leash dog attacked my dogs twice in two months. Leslie helped me identify the root cause of my fear, helped me formulate my statement (what I would say to him next time), and after intentionally practicing my messaging as she coached me to do, the third time his dog tried to bite mine (no joke) I was able to yell at him to take accountability, I was able to call the police, and I was able to hold back tears as I told the officers my story. ”

    Stephanie C.

  • “Anyone who wants to learn about self defense and gain practical skills to protect themselves in unexpected situations will benefit from Leslie’s workshop. I feel engaged during this experience and left feeling more empowered. My identity as a small, AAPI female does not mean I should feel vulnerable and there are simple things I can do to reclaim my courage.”

    Cynthia P.

  • "Prior to working with Leslie, self-defense and setting boundaries felt like something that my people-pleasing self just couldn’t bring myself to do. Leslie helped me feel safe and got me connected with my voice and my body in a grounded and empowering way that helped me tap into a power I didn’t even know I had within me."Prior to working with Leslie, self-defense and setting boundaries felt like something that my people-pleasing self just couldn’t bring myself to do. Leslie helped me feel safe and got me connected with my voice and my body in a grounded and empowering way that helped me tap into a power I didn’t even know I had within me."

    Krsty B