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When we are empowered to live our lives confidently and freely…

There is no limit to what we can do

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Speaker. Self-Defense Expert. Trainer. Advocate. Adventurer.

Welcome! I'm Nicole Snell, the CEO of Girls Fight Back and Founder of Outdoor Defense. I travel around the US and the world speaking to and training women and gender inclusive groups with my interactive and empowering safety programs.

I work with companies of all sizes and from all industries as well as universities, the US Military, outdoor groups, conferences, private groups, and more.

I will teach you and your groups simple, practical and empowering verbal and physical
self-defense skills. These will help you manage your safety, recognize manipulative behavior, increase your awareness, set boundaries, develop healthy relationships, embark on solo adventure, travel with confidence and open up your world! When we can alleviate our fear, we can live without limits.

You are fully capable of defending yourself!

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As Seen On:

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Women's Health Magazine Nicole Snell
REI Wild Ideas Worth Living Podcast Nicole Snell
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My engaging and interactive violence prevention programs are
inclusive, trauma-informed, evidence-based, and grounded in empowerment based self-defense strategies.

Professional Snapshot

400+

Speaking Engagements Around the World

95+

Military Installations Trained at

300+

Hours of Full Force

Self-Defense Training

1M+

People Trained

12

Countries Worked In

Services

Keynotes & Seminars

I offer interactive and inclusive  keynotes & seminars to groups of any size or demographic on a variety of safety, awareness, prevention, and empowerment topics.​

Workshops

My workshops are interactive, engaging, positive and fun!

From small groups to large audiences, I'll get you on your feet and using your voice!

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Public workshops both in person and virtually throughout the year!

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Self-Defense

Learn how to be your own best protector using your voice and body to increase confidence, conquer anxiety and reduce the risk of experiencing violence.

 

Empowerment based self-defense education is one of the most effective gender-based violence prevention tools available.

Virtual

All of my programs are available as interactive virtual presentations for access to groups anywhere in the world!

I serve a variety of women specific and gender inclusive groups including but not limited to:

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Available for Virtual or OnSite events. I travel to you!

Business Certifications:

  • WOSB Certified

  • LSBE Certified by LA County

  • CA Small Business Certified

  • SAMs Registered

  • ESD Credentialed Professional

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A Black Woman Owned Business

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Self-defense is about claiming personal power and developing confidence in your own ability to protect yourself.

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Public Classes Now Offered!

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The Badass Basics Self-Defense Workshops

I'm an award winning international speaker, trainer, certified self-defense instructor, Credentialed ESD Professional, and NACP Credentialed Advocate. Over the past 9 years, I’ve presented over 400 of my interactive, inclusive and empowering safety programs worldwide. I've spoken to hundreds of audiences of various demographics from diverse communities on topics of personal safety, gender-based violence prevention, awareness, teen dating safety, intuition, violence prevention, sexual assault prevention, domestic violence awareness, de-escalation, boundaries education, and bystander intervention. My goal is to empower women and people of all gender identities, from teens to adults, with these life saving and practical skills.

​Let me help your group reclaim their voice and power!

I teach simple and effective safety techniques that are immediately useful for managing both your boundaries and personal safety. I want to help people of all genders, races, ages, sexual orientations and ability levels increase their confidence to open up their world and feel self-reliant. My programs focus on empowerment and risk recognition, are backed by the latest peer reviewed research, and incorporate social-emotional learning techniques. There's no victim blaming or use of fear tactics! No one is ever at fault for violence that happens to them. Instead of giving you a list of "don'ts", items to carry, or restrictions on your activities, I will teach you strategies to help you live limitlessly, with more confidence and choices!

Empowerment based self-defense gives you a choice in how to respond to situations and recognize danger so you can decide what works best for you!

"I love that her skills are so simple, effective, and practical, and can be applied even if you don’t have a self defense background."

I will show you options for dealing with a range of situations in a safe and empowered way such as: handling encounters on the street, on campus, on a run or hike, in the office, on your military installation, in your online meeting, while traveling solo, on a date, with friends, at church, during a night out, at home, on the road or on the trails. By addressing realistic situations and learning tools for responding, you will walk away with immediately useful life-skills that are invaluable. You are worth fighting for!​

VeryWellFit voted Girls Fight Back

 2021 Best Online Self-Defense Class for Groups & Organizations!

Self-Defense is so much more than physical skills.

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“We were so excited to partner with Girls Fight Back to host a virtual self defense training session as part of our Empowerment Summit Digital Learning Series, which is a program geared towards high school students who identify as female. From start-to-finish the process was informative, collaborative and seamless. Nicole is an absolute rock star and made a virtual event fun, engaging and empowering for all who attended. As a result of the session, young women in our community are now more equipped with practical and empowering options for violence prevention and self-defense.”

Denver Broncos Community Development, Girls Fight Back Virtual Event 2021

Previous Clients Include

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My Self-Defense for Solo Travel Master Class is Now Available!

Are you ready to be empowered for your next solo trip?

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CONFERENCE SPEAKER

Conference on Crimes Against Women 2023

Session Speaker

Wilderness Education Association 2023

Breakout Speaker

Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities 2023

Lecture Showcase Speaker

NACA Conferences

Showcasing Lecturer

Learning Live Speaker

2015-2022

NOVA 48 Conference

Session Presenter- GFB

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IVAT Hawaii 2022

Session Speaker

National Recreation and Parks Association 2022

Session Speaker

America Outdoors 2022

Breakout Speaker

NCOSE 2021

Session Speaker

WRMC 2021

Workshop Speaker

IVAT San Diego 2021

Session Speaker

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AWARDS & HONORS

Voted Best Online Self-Defense Class 2021 for Groups or Organizations-

by VeryWellFit

Air Mobility Command (AMC)/Air Force Materiel Command (AMFC) SAPR Training Videos Host

Certificate of Appreciation from Lieutenant General, William M. Burleson III, Commanding General for 8th Army, Seoul, South Korea

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Certificate of Appreciation from SgtMaj Fields at Camp Hansen, Okinawa

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CERTIFICATIONS

Credentialed ESD Professional

NACP Credentialed Victim Advocate

IMPACT Certified Lead Instructor

LSBE Certified by LA County

LA County Vendor

CA Small Business Certification

WOSB Certified

ESD Advisory Council Member

PADI Open Water Diver

CPR & First Aid Certified
Wilderness Survival & First Aid

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PARTNERSHIPS

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Connect with Nicole

For Speaking Engagements,

College Bookings and Corporate Trainings:

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Brian Regan
booking@kirklandproductions.com
866-769-9037

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Military & DoD Inquiries:
nicole@girlsfightback.com

Press Inquiries:
info@girlsfightback.com

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