EMPOWER YOU

Empower You: A Workbook for Empowered Coaches, Empowered Self-Defense Practitioners, & Individuals Wanting to Live an Empowered Life

The comprehensive workbook designed for women, girls, and vulnerable communities to develop empowerment self-defense skills that build confidence, set boundaries, and respond effectively to the unique challenges of gender-based violence and safety.

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Empower You is the solution you need for building confidence, learning practical safety skills, and navigating the unique risks of gender-based violence with strength and resilience.

This workbook—jam-packed with practical exercises, research-backed techniques, and real-life scenarios—is everything you need to boost your confidence, enhance your self-defense skills, and assert your boundaries in challenging situations.

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This workbook is for you if you're…

  1. A woman or member of a vulnerable community who wants to build practical self-defense skills to stay safe from gender-based violence and other threats.

  2. Looking to boost your confidence and assertiveness while learning how to set boundaries and respond to micro-aggressions.

  3. Interested in a holistic approach to self-defense that includes verbal and physical techniques, preventative strategies, and trauma-informed methods.

After completing Empower You, you will:

  1. Develop practical self-defense skills to effectively respond to physical threats and risky situations.

  2. Gain confidence and assertiveness, allowing you to set clear boundaries and communicate them with authority.

  3. Learn strategies to prevent violence and stay safe in various environments, from public spaces to personal relationships.

  4. Acquire a mindset of continual awareness to detect and avoid potential dangers before they escalate.

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Clara Porter, Empowerment Self-Defense

Clara Porter, MSW (she/her), Director, Prevention.Action.Change

Nationally Certified Instructor in Empowerment Self Defense (ESD) with the National Women’s Martial Arts Federation and the Center for Anti-Violence Education (30 yrs. Experience in the Field).

“Tasha Ina Church has created a valuable and incredibly thorough resource for empowerment self-defense practitioners and learners of all levels. This workbook doesn’t just provide information (although it provides a ton of that!); it also guides readers to set goals, practice self-awareness, and take charge of their empowerment journey.

Detailed, complete, and easy-to-follow, this workbook really lays out the concepts and tools of Empowerment Self-Defense in a way that is accessible to anyone wishing to learn or deepen their personal safety skills. I love that Ina Church encourages readers to actively participate in the process—not just passively receiving information, but also engaging in self-reflection, analysis and skills-building as they make their way through the workbook.

A goldmine for personal and professional development!”

Editorial Reviews

“In the Empower You Workbook, Tasha Ina Church, offers a wonderful tool of self discovery and skill-building for anyone embarking on a journey towards safety and empowerment.

As an Empowerment Self Defense instructor and business owner with more than 30 years in the field, I see this workbook as a useful accompaniment to ESD classes and helpful at any point in learning. With a clear and accessible layout, exercises, and journal prompts, Empower You Workbook offers readers the opportunity to reflect on our current conditioning and habits and to incorporate new awareness, strategies, and approaches to common situations ranging from boundary crossing by friends, family, and coworkers to street harassment and physical assault. As readers gain new skills and awareness, the Empower You Workbook helps them track content in which they feel confident and areas they will seek further training or practice. 

Tasha Ina Church reminds us to always keep ourselves at the fore, to connect with what we feel, need, and want in any situation and that we are ultimately worthy of defense and support. Brava. Our field thanks you for this contribution to all of our learning and safety.”

Toby Israel, (ESDP), (She/Her) Founder of Mujeres Fuertes Autodefensa

Internationally recognized Empowerment Self-Defense Facilitator, Bestselling Author, Director/Producer of Mujeres Fuertes Costa Rica Documentary.

Get safety and confidence with  Empowerment You!

Purchase the workbook for $35 to build practical self-defense skills, boost your confidence, and gain a sense of security in various situations.

TESTIMONIALS

“A good match because I want to empower others, especially women. I like Tasha's tone of voice and her gentle explanation of her own history. Practical and easy to implement!”

~Amanda M.

“Excellent and easy to use techniques for the most likely scenarios that will get you free and empower you! Awesome! Thank you so much! A wonderful and beautiful inside and out instructor”

~Lorraine S.

“[Tasha] makes you feel like she is really one-on-one with you, very personable.”

~Casey

“As a 40-year practitioner of martial art and a one-time personal defense instructor, I find the information a good refresher and well delivered.”

~Michael B.

“You are the key to empowerment
Tasha Ina Church’s Empower You puts readers in charge of their own empowerment. She builds on her over 20 years of self-defense teaching experience to guide readers in assessing themselves, setting realistic goals, and deciding for themselves the path to take on their self-empowerment journey. The organization of the book lends itself to readers deciding what their priorities are, provides accessible descriptions of key skills (e.g. awareness, verbal, and physical), and offers readers an opportunity to self-assess and think more deeply about their own experiences and new directions. As a certified self-defense instructor, I recommend Empower You for people who want to know more about self-empowerment, refresh their thinking about self-defense, or engage in self-reflection about their safety. ”

~Martha Thompson
NWMAF Certified ESD Instructor

  • Brianna

    This workbook is very well organized and contains lots of solid information on setting boundaries, developing situational awareness, and dealing with conflict.
    The topics are broken down into easy to digest chapters with lots of opportunities to pause and reflect and work through your thoughts on paper. I highly recommend this to anyone who wants to establish more confidence in dealing with tough situations.

  • Martha

    Tasha Ina Church’s Empower You puts readers in charge of their own empowerment. She builds on her over 20 years of self-defense teaching experience to guide readers in assessing themselves, setting realistic goals, and deciding for themselves the path to take on their self-empowerment journey. The organization of the book lends itself to readers deciding what their priorities are, provides accessible descriptions of key skills (e.g. awareness, verbal, and physical), and offers readers an opportunity to self-assess and think more deeply about their own experiences and new directions. As a certified self-defense instructor, I recommend Empower You for people who want to know more about self-empowerment, refresh their thinking about self-defense, or engage in self-reflection about their safety.

  • Toby Israe

    Tasha Ina Church has created a valuable and incredibly thorough resource for empowerment self-defense practitioners and learners of all levels. This workbook doesn’t just provide information (although it provides a ton of that!); it also guides readers to set goals, practice self-awareness, and take charge of their empowerment journey.

    Detailed, complete, and easy-to-follow, this workbook really lays out the concepts and tools of Empowerment Self-Defense in a way that is accessible to anyone wishing to learn or deepen their personal safety skills. I love that Ina Church encourages readers to actively participate in the process—not just passively receiving information, but also engaging in self-reflection, analysis and skills-building as they make their way through the workbook.

A goldmine for personal and professional development!

  • Strawberry Hoam

    The Empower You Workbook is a comprehensive guide to Empowerment from the inside out. This is a useful resource to share with your peers and clients! I enjoyed learning more about and practicing Tasha’s strategies for intuition development. Highly recommend.

  • Mauiteacher

    This workbook was so helpful in my Empowerment Self Defense journey. I’ve taken several ESD workshops and classes, but the journaling prompts and activities suggested provide a deeper level of understanding. I really love that the suggested prompts and activities are organized by category and one can go through the book in a way that makes sense for them. For example, I might one day choose one or two intuition activities, then the next day do a prompt on boundary setting and an activity about diffusing conflict. There is an incredible amount of opportunity in this book to self reflect and practice new, empowering skills. The roleplaying example scenarios were helpful as well because the first step in being prepared is having thought through potential scenarios. The physical self defense portion is easily broken down and understandable and the self assessment piece is incredible. So often, people think they understand a move but each question really helps one know if they have proper technique. I highly recommend this book to all women and people. Empowerment comes from self awareness and confidence with using skills to build and create the life you want and this workbook gives tools and questioning and self defense moves to access that and to keep your future safe! All young girls and women should have this information and these skills!

  • Nadia

    Tasha Ina Church created an invaluable collection of gems with her workbooks for teaching anyone and everyone, no matter where they are in their life, about empowerment self-defense. The amount of detailed information, step by step guidance, and reflection prompts engaging readers to participate in their own learning process, will prepare anyone on how to attain the skills needed to empower and protect themselves. This is such an important and necessary guide that everyone interested in learning to empower and protect themselves should read, and implement into their day-to-day life.

  • Valerie

    Tasha does amazing work!! Her literature is an amazing tool for introspection and personal development. I feel like a better version of myself thanks to get work.

  • Norma D.

    This is one of a series of three workbooks that can work for anyone who wants to develop their full power no matter their age or feelings of empowerment. For me at age 75, looking back, what a blessing these materials would have been for me at any point in my life. Now they are very relevant, and provide me loads of training and insight for self-care, safety, de-escalation of hostile or stressful situations, and even for strengthening memory..

    These workbooks are for anyone who wants to tap into their personal power and have the courage to live the life they choose.

  • Yvette

    This book is so insightful & goes into much detail on a variety of situations you may encounter with extremely helpful information. The author really put her heart & soul into this book. Helpful for reflecting on what needs to change in your life or confirm you’re on the right track. It really gets you thinking on how to empower yourself. I am truly enjoying it!

  • MdmMacabre

    This should be a must-read for every woman! Not only does this workbook contain so much information, but it also provides powerful lessons on self-awareness, self-empowerment, goal-setting, and more. It’s beautifully put together engaging, and easy to follow. If you’re looking to boost confidence and set strong boundaries, then this book is for you!

Here's what you'll get with Empower You: A Workbook for Empowered Coaches, Empowered Self-Defense Practitioners, & Individuals Wanting to Live an Empowered Life :

  • Actionable Self-Defense Techniques: Learn a variety of practical moves to effectively protect yourself in dangerous situations.

  • Confidence-Building Exercises: Engage in activities designed to boost your self-assurance and empower you to set firm boundaries.

  • Verbal Assertiveness Training: Gain skills to confidently communicate your boundaries and defuse potentially harmful interactions.

  • Trauma-Informed Content: Experience a safe learning environment that respects your unique experiences and prioritizes emotional well-being.

  • Strategies for Personal Safety: Discover methods to enhance your awareness and avoid dangerous situations before they escalate.

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TESTIMONIALS

“As someone who is getting into the self-defense space for the first time this is a great introduction.”

~Jason K.

“This went over and beyond the expected empowerment coaching techniques. It became a personal journey, which is really the best way to learn in order to help and empower others.”

~Theresa H.

“Mahalo (Thank you) TASHA! Made me think about times when I had lost my power. We're told ”Be Careful “ yet not taught how to get out of the situation. I gained back my power and will teach my daughter and begin teaching others.”

~Theresa H.

Get safety and confidence with EMPOWER YOU!

Purchase the workbook for $37 to build practical self-defense skills, boost your confidence, and gain a sense of security in various situations.

Plus, get this bonus...

  • Discount on Online Self-Defense Course: Receive a 20% discount on an advanced online course to continue building your self-defense skills and deepen your understanding of safety strategies. This bonus offers you more in-depth training at a reduced price, allowing you to further enhance your safety and confidence.

Meet the Author

Tasha Ina Church, Iyèmote (Strives for Empowerment from the Stó:lō Nation) is an indigenous female entrepreneur, course creator, author, podcaster, blogger, and the founder/owner of ElleLiveAction. Her Empowerment Coaching business aids clients in removing barriers in life, offering empowering strategies, so they can be their hero.

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With 23 years of experience in the field, Tasha is a force, creating positive change within her communities and on a global scale. She has served over 13,500 students since Spring 2022, in 123 countries who speak 35 languages worldwide.

Iyémote’s training and certifications cover multiple styles and backgrounds. She is Credentialed in Empowerment Self-Defense through the Association of ESD Professionals and is certified through the National Women’s Martial Arts Federation in Empowerment Self-Defense. She is Trauma-Informed trained & has her Level 4 certification through ESD Global. Iyémote has trained in Psychological First Aid through Johns Hopkins University and has her BA in Clinical Psychology and most recently, got her certificate for Somatic EMDR Therapy to integrate into her work. Additionally, she has Warrior Spirit Training with Jeff Alexander, (who was the trainer for Rocky) and trained in multiple styles of Martial Arts. She currently studies Aikido through Berkshire Hills Aikido trained by Ron Ragusa & Mary C. Eastland. The training provides individuals with the tools needed to prevent violence before it starts to interrupt violence when it is happening and to act if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes, the workbook is designed for people with all levels of self-defense experience, including complete beginners.

  • No special equipment is required, but a comfortable space for practicing the physical techniques is recommended.

  • The workbook is self-paced, allowing you to progress at your own speed. Depending on your schedule, it typically takes 2-4 weeks to complete.

  • Yes, the workbook is designed with trauma-informed principles, ensuring a safe and respectful learning environment.

  • The workbook is intended for individual use. However, you can direct others to purchase their own copy to ensure everyone benefits from the complete experience.

  • You can reach out via email or through the online support forum for additional guidance and assistance.

  • Yes, you receive a 20% discount on an advanced online self-defense course to further your learning and skills.

Now is the time to build your self-defense skills and boost your confidence. Invest in Empower You: A Workbook for Empowered Coaches, Empowered Self-Defense Practitioners, & Individuals Wanting to Live an Empowered Life Get the workbook for $37 to start your journey toward greater safety, confidence, and empowerment.