

Join our National Day Self-Defence Workshop on Tuesday, 1 December 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM at YU Taekwondo Dubai. Celebrate National Day with an active training experience focused on practical self-defence, personal awareness and confidence.
The workshop welcomes members and non-members, including beginners and experienced participants. Through guided exercises, realistic scenarios and partner practice, students explore practical skills that can support personal safety in everyday situations.
Our experienced instructors guide participants through approachable techniques while encouraging calm decision-making, awareness and responsible behaviour. The focus is on learning, practising and developing confidence in a supportive environment.
Practical self-defence begins with awareness. Understanding your surroundings, recognising possible risks and knowing when to create distance are important aspects of personal safety.
During the National Day Self-Defence Workshop, participants explore these principles through practical exercises and realistic examples. Training encourages thoughtful reactions rather than unnecessary confrontation.
The workshop also supports concentration, confidence and personal responsibility. While no single technique can guarantee safety in every situation, structured practice can help participants become more aware of their options and limitations.
Situational awareness means paying attention to what is happening around you and recognising when a situation may require greater caution. It is an important part of responsible self-defence training.
Participants practise observing their surroundings, considering possible responses and making decisions through guided exercises. The goal is to develop a more thoughtful approach to unfamiliar or uncomfortable situations.
Learning to stay calm, communicate clearly and seek safety when possible can be just as important as practising physical techniques. These principles form an essential part of the workshop experience.
Learning a movement is different from applying it in a realistic situation. Guided practice allows participants to explore techniques step by step while developing coordination, awareness and controlled reactions.
During the workshop, instructors introduce practical exercises and supervised partner activities. Participants have the opportunity to practise movements, receive feedback and become more familiar with different training situations.
Training is designed to encourage responsible behaviour and personal development. Respect for training partners, attention to instructions and controlled practice remain important throughout the session.
The National Day Self-Defence Workshop is open to both YU Taekwondo members and non-members. Beginners are welcome, and participants with previous martial arts experience can also benefit from the practical training.
No previous Taekwondo training is required to understand the workshop's introductory principles. Instructors provide guidance during the practical exercises and partner activities.
Please contact YU Taekwondo Dubai for confirmation of age requirements, available places, suitable clothing, necessary equipment and participation arrangements before registering.
National Day provides a special occasion to come together, share experiences and learn something valuable. At YU Taekwondo Dubai, we celebrate through an active workshop that combines movement and personal development.
Self-defence training encourages awareness, respect, responsibility and confidence. These qualities are valuable both inside and outside the training hall.
Whether you are already part of the YU Taekwondo community or joining us for the first time, this workshop offers an opportunity to train together, explore practical skills and experience martial arts in Dubai.
Would you like to join the National Day Self-Defence Workshop? Participation costs AED 50 for members and AED 80 for non-members. Contact the Dubai team to enquire about registration and available places.
Our team can also provide information about age requirements, equipment, payment arrangements and other organisational details.
Phone / WhatsApp: +971 56 536 7812
Email: info@yu-taekwondo.ae
YU Taekwondo combines traditional martial arts with physical fitness, awareness, discipline, respect and personal development. Self-defence is one of the important elements of our training programmes.
Discover more about our regular training and self-defence opportunities on the YU Taekwondo Dubai training page .
You can also learn more about the international martial art on the official World Taekwondo website .
Practical self-defence is about more than physical movements. Awareness, judgement, responsibility and confidence all contribute to a thoughtful approach to personal safety.
Join us on 1 December 2026 at YU Taekwondo Dubai. Celebrate National Day through practical training, shared experiences and personal development!




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