Philadelphia Parks & Recreation is launching Safe-Her, a free six-part self-defense program for young women. Running from July 9 to August 17, 2026, this completely free initiative is open to ages 12 to 24. It is designed to build confidence, mental well-being, and physical safety.
Participants will learn basic self-defense moves, online safety, and ways to handle dangerous situations. Supported by Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s youth safety initiative, the program offers a safe, trauma-informed space for teens and young adults to learn practical real-world skills.
Classes run weekly at four city locations. Email the sites below to register or ask questions.
The Safe-Her program will be offered at four Philadelphia Parks & Recreation locations:
Awbury Recreation Center
6101 Ardleigh Street, 19138.
Thursdays, July 9 to August 13, 2026 | 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
AwburyRecCenter@phila.gov
Winchester Playground
2326 N. 15th Street, 19132.
Thursdays, July 9 to August 13, 2026| 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
WinchesterPlayground@phila.gov
12th & Cambria Playground
2900–30 N. 11th Street, 19133.
Mondays, July 13 to August 17, 2026 | 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
12thandCambriaPlayground@phila.gov
Christy Recreation Center
728 S. 55th Street, 19143.
Mondays, July 13 to August 17, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. to 3 p.m.
ChristyRecCenter@phila.gov
