Strong, Safe, and Ready: Protect What Matters

Schedule

Sat Jun 27 2026 at 11:00 am to 12:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Victory Memorial Parkway | Minneapolis, MN

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Whether you’re new to self-defense or looking to brush up on your skills, this workshop is designed for everyone — from teens to seniors.
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Strong, Safe, and Ready: Protect What Matters

ByShingle Creek Victory Council6 followers2 events31 total attendeesFollowVictory Memorial DriveMinneapolis, MNSaturday, September 6, 2025 • 11 AM - 1 PMOverview

Get ready to learn how to protect what matters most in your life at our fall safety workshop 'Strong, Safe, and Ready' - see you there!

Join the Shingle Creek Victory Council for a fun, empowering, and community-driven self-defense and situational awareness workshop!

Whether you’re new to self-defense or looking to brush up on your skills, this workshop is designed for everyone — from teens to seniors. Led by Krav Maga instructors Gail Boxrud and Dante Pastrano, you’ll learn practical techniques to build confidence, stay safe, and protect yourself and your community


What You’ll Learn:
  • Self-defense basics: Easy-to-learn techniques for personal protection.
  • Situational awareness: How to stay alert and make safe choices in everyday situations.
  • Confidence-building: Empowering strategies to help you feel secure and ready for anything.

Why You Should Attend:
  • It’s a safe and supportive space for everyone.
  • Build real-world skills in an engaging, hands-on way.
  • Strengthen your community by learning together with neighbors of all ages.

Event Details:
  • Date: Saturday, June 27th, 2026
  • Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Check-in starts at 10:30 AM)
  • Location: On Victory Memorial Parkway (located directly behind Loring Elementary School) join us on the green space at the with tent.
  • Registration: This event is first-come, first-served. Please register early to secure your spot!

Note: You must sign a waiver to participate. Please arrive on time to complete the waiver before the session begins.


What to Bring:
  • Comfortable clothing (athletic wear recommended)
  • Comfortable shoes (tennis shoes recommended)
  • Water bottle to stay hydrated
  • Chair or a blanket

Spots are limited — don’t wait!

We’ve received much excitement for this workshop, and it’s the perfect opportunity to get empowered, learn life-saving skills, and connect with your community. attend alone or bring a friend, get registered and let’s rise stronger together!

Register now and take the first step toward feeling confident and ready to protect what matters.


Tickets:

Free Event (First-come, first-served basis)

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Where is it happening?

Victory Memorial Parkway, 4499 Victory Memorial Drive, Minneapolis, United States

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