Strictly Self Defense

I love when communities invest in safety and education. 💙

I was recently interviewed by Ken Knutson from The Hinsdalean for their “Ask an Expert” feature, where we talked about personal safety, self-defense, and how everyone can take simple, proactive steps to protect themselves. The article also highlights my upcoming Adult Self-Defense program at the Hinsdale Public Library.

👉 You can read the article here: https://www.thehinsdalean.com/story/2026/01/01/experts/ask-an-expert-lindsey-daehnke-self-defense-instructor/10348.html

I’m grateful for opportunities like this to help make personal safety education accessible and approachable for everyone.

Photograph by Kesha Wright Photography

What do you do with your kids when there is no school?

We are offering day off school programs for ages 4-18 this Winter, in partnership with Naperville Safety Town. Programs are fun, empowering, and provide age appropriate lessons on staying safe.

Monday, January 5th we have space available in our Youth Self Defense and Teen Self Defense programs.

Monday, January 19th we have space in our Teen Self Defense and Family Safety Workshops.

All programs are taught by our lead instructor, Lindsey Daehnke. She is a trauma informed instructor with more than 26 years of training experience.

Registration is available on the Safety Town website. You can access registration at www.linktr.ee/StrictlySelfDefense to reserve your child's spot today!

Questions? Email us at [email protected].

Additional programs available on 2/16 and 3/30. See comments for details.