Free Training for Women.

Practical training designed to help women build real-world capability and confidence.
No cost. No obligation. No experience required.

Protect Our Women exists because too many women are placed in difficult or dangerous situations without access to practical training. This program exists because community members and local businesses choose to support it — allowing women to train without cost or obligation.

Through community partnerships, we provide professional instruction at no cost — focused on awareness, decision-making, and defensive skills.

Training is taught in a safe environment that prioritizes comfort, boundaries, and confidence. 

What You’ll Learn

Training is beginner-friendly and paced to your comfort level — no prior
experience required.

  • Situational awareness and avoidance
  • De-escalation and decision-making
  • Self-defense fundamentals
  • Emergency medical basics
  • Firearms training (optional)
Participation in firearms training is completely optional and not required to register for or attend any other training.
Firearms training begins with non-firing, inert training tools to ensure comfort and confidence before progressing to live equipment.

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What Training Feels Like

What Women Say After Training

“I was nervous walking in, but the environment immediately felt safe and welcoming. I left feeling calmer and more confident than I expected.”

— Sarah M., Franklin County

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“There was no pressure at any point. Everything was explained clearly, and I never felt rushed or judged. I felt comfortable the entire time.”

— Amanda R., Cumberland County

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“I didn’t know what to expect, but I felt supported from the start. I walked away feeling more capable and confident than I’ve ever felt before.”

— Lisa T., Adams County

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If this feels right, you can get started below.

Get Started

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    Men’s memberships make women’s training possible — building safer, more confident communities.
    Protect Our Women is a program operated through Hold The Line Ministries.