Teen Self Defense Class
Friday/March 27th/6:00-7:00pm/Teens/FREE
23 spots left
Service Description
Instructor: George Gervais Class: Teen Self Defense Class Friday/March 27th/6:00-7:00pm/Teens/FREE Free Teen Self-Defense Class with George Gervais Empowerment Through Awareness, Confidence, and Skill Join George Gervais, a 4th degree Black Belt in Karate with decades of experience, for a free, hands-on self-defense class tailored specifically for teens. Born and raised in Westford, where he lived for 24 years, George brings not only martial arts expertise but also a deep commitment to community safety and youth empowerment. With 42 years of marriage and a daughter of his own, George understands the importance of giving young people practical tools to stay safe in today’s world. His philosophy is simple: "I hope you never need to protect yourself—but if you do, I want you to be ready." What Teens Will Learn: • Body Parts – What to Strike With and What to Strike: Learn how to use your body's natural weapons and identify the most effective targets. • Joints Are Your Friend – Control Through Leverage: Discover how to manipulate an attacker’s body using joint locks and movements it wasn’t designed for. • Evading the Predator – Listen, Think, Act: Understand how to read warning signs, use common sense, and trust your instincts to avoid danger before it happens. • Improvised Items – Everyday Objects as Defense Tools: Explore how common items you carry or find nearby can be used to protect yourself in an emergency. This is a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where teens can ask questions, practice techniques, and leave with greater confidence and awareness. 🧒 Who: Teens ages 13–18 📍 Where: Roudenbush Community Center 🕓 When: Friday October 3rd 6:00 - 7:00pm 💲 Cost: FREE 👕 What to Bring: Comfortable clothes, water, and a willingness to learn
Policy & Procedures
WITHDRAWAL & CANCELLATION POLICY: Our programs are supported entirely by participant fees; therefore, full refunds are not provided. If a participant withdraws at least 7 days prior to the program start date, a refund less a 25% processing fee will be issued. Withdrawals made fewer than 7 days before the start date are non-refundable. No refunds are issued for events. Cancellations made at least 7 days prior to the start of a program will receive a 75% refund; no other refunds will be granted. If Roudenbush cancels a class, participants will be notified and issued a full refund or voucher. RELEASE OF LIABILITY FOR MINOR: I/We, as the parent or legal guardian of a registered minor, consent to the child’s participation in The Roudenbush Community Center, Inc. (TRCCI) programs and use of TRCCI facilities and equipment. I/We agree to release and hold harmless TRCCI, its employees, agents, and assigns from any liability arising from participation in these programs. I/We further consent to emergency medical treatment in the event of injury or illness during program participation and accept financial responsibility for such treatment. PHOTOGRAPHY PERMISSION: I/We consent to the taking of photographs and videos of my/our child for use in the promotion of TRCCI programs. BEHAVIOR POLICY: Children are expected to treat instructors, staff, peers, and the facility respectfully; use kind words; keep hands and feet to themselves; follow instructions; participate safely; remain in designated program areas; and use materials appropriately. Instructors address behavior concerns using a supportive, step-by-step approach that may include reminders, redirection, brief cool-down periods, parent or guardian communication, early pickup, or removal from future classes if behavior repeatedly impacts safety or learning. Refunds for removed participants will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. A child may be removed immediately if behavior poses a danger to themselves, other participants, or staff. In these cases, the child will be brought to the Community Center’s main office and parents or guardians will be contacted for prompt pickup. Families play an important role by reviewing expectations with their child, sharing relevant information or accommodation needs, and remaining reachable during class times. Roudenbush welcomes children of all abilities and backgrounds and strives to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure a safe, fun & enriching experience for everyone.
Contact Details
65 Main Street, Westford, MA 01886, USA
+ (978)496-1707
roudenbush@roudenbush.org