Looking for practical, confidence-building self-defence classes in Wells, Somerset? Our locally run school offers friendly, professional training for adults and teens across Wells and nearby towns including Glastonbury, Shepton Mallet, Frome, Bath and Cheddar. Whether you’re a student at Wells Blue School, a resident near the Bishop's Palace or a visitor enjoying Wells Cathedral and Vicar's Close, we teach realistic skills that work in everyday situations.

Our classes focus on simple, effective techniques you can use immediately. Benefits include:

✅ Improved personal safety and situational awareness, ideal for those concerned about keeping safe at night on routes to the Market Place or rail connections to nearby towns.

✅ Increased confidence walking around Wells, the Bishop's Palace gardens, or returning from shifts in Frome or Bath.

✅ Physical fitness and stress reduction through practical drills and controlled sparring.

✅ Age-appropriate curriculum for children and teens that complements school safety programmes and after-school activities.

About Us

We are a small, community-focused self-defence school based in Wells, committed to delivering trustworthy instruction with a friendly, professional approach. Our instructors are fully qualified and experienced in teaching diverse groups, from busy parents and university students to local businesses and older adults. We regularly run workshops near key local landmarks such as Wells Cathedral, Wookey Hole area and Glastonbury Tor, so our classes are accessible whether you live in Wells, Bruton, or travel from Weston-super-Mare.

Our self-defence classes cover practical, scenario-based training designed for real life. Typical sessions include:

✅ De-escalation and verbal boundary-setting.

✅ Practical escapes from grabs and holds.

✅ Striking basics and effective low-risk techniques.

✅ Ground survival and getting back to your feet safely.

✅ Personal safety planning for evenings out, focused guidance on keeping safe at night when walking through the city centre, returning from late shifts or using public transport.

Classes run Monday and Wednesday evenings at The Blue School, close to the Market Place and the Cathedral precinct. We offer small group workshops, beginner courses, and private lessons for targeted coaching.

We understand Wells and the surrounding Somerset communities. Choosing our school means you get:

✅Local expertise — training tailored to common routes and spots in Wells, from Vicar's Close to the bus routes toward Glastonbury and Shepton Mallet.

✅ Community focus — small class sizes that prioritise safety and individual progress.

✅ Evidence-based teaching — instructors blend modern self-defence methods with practical common-sense strategies for keeping safe at night.

✅ Flexible scheduling — classes for working adults, parents, and young people that fit around local school terms and events at landmarks like the Bishop's Palace.

Ready to build confidence and learn real self-defence skills in Wells? Visit our website to view timetables, locations and to book your first session: https://selfdefenceclasseswells.co.uk

Join neighbours from Wells, Glastonbury, Frome and Bath who trust us to help them stay safe and prepared. For group bookings or school workshops near Wells Blue School or community centres, book online today.

Take the first step, secure your place and start learning practical techniques to protect yourself and others.