Join the Wave
Free self-defense for women and youth 14+.
Survivor-centered. Empowerment-based.
Powered by Aloha. United by Ohana.
'Ohana means 'family' in Hawaiian.
Not just the one we're born into—but the community we build intentionally through the spirit of aloha (love), solidarity and sanctuary in shared life experiences.
Because sometimes, we must create our own.
OUR MISSION
To uplift women with empowerment-based self-defense in real-world situations—designed by and for survivors, always free to friends most impacted by violence.
Our youth program focuses on violence prevention, breaking generational cycles of harm.
At Ohana, all women and youth are welcome—whether you're healing, showing up as an ally, or simply want to feel safer.
Our classes teach situational awareness, de-escalation, and practical self-defense in a supportive space rooted in aloha and chosen family.
Life-saving skills should never be paywalled. Bodily autonomy and freedom from harm are human rights -- not just for those with privilege.
Our self-defense program for youth ages 14+ inspires teens with a vision of a peaceful future, and the skills to make it real.
Co-ed adult safety workshops are available upon request here.
We are your people. This is your future.
The data tells a story destined for change. Whether you've lived it, witnessed it, or want to end it, join us in changing the future through the power of aloha and ohana.
1 in 3
Women in the U.S. experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetime. (NIH)
1 in 3
Sexual assaults go unreported. (RAINN)
53%
Of LGBTQIA+ individuals experience intimate partner violence. (HRC)
62%
Of youth who experience sexual violence report being harmed as a child before the age of 18. (PMC)
