Self-Assertion Course for women

For more drive and confidence in everyday life – because your voice matters.

Do you find it challenging in your professional life to assert your own boundaries and stand up for yourself?


Imagine walking into a meeting – and instead of holding back, you confidently speak up. You feel your body supporting you. Calm replaces nervousness. And the best part: people truly listen to you.

In this course, you’ll strengthen not just your outward presence – you’ll discover the power within yourself.


You’ll learn to:


👉 Recognise your own worth
👉 Stand up for yourself and assert yourself more easily
👉 Voice your opinion
👉 Cope with setbacks
👉 Overcome your fears by stepping out of your comfort zone
👉 Increase awareness of your own boundaries and strengths to pull out your best resources in stressful situations

 

Step by step, practical, and ready to apply immediately!

✅ You don’t need prior martial arts experience or a specific fitness level – this course is designed for everyone who wants to feel stronger, more confident, and in control

Is this Self-Assertion Course right for you?

🧠 Yes, if you feel:

 

You hold yourself back: You get easily intimidated, doubt yourself, or struggle to say “no.”
You miss opportunities out of fear: Good chances pass you by because you don’t dare to take them.
You hesitate to speak up: Making decisions feels difficult because you feel unsure of yourself.

 

💪 And yes, if you’re ready to:

 

Build confidence in yourself: Learn to recognize and use your inner strength.
Discover the courage within you: Face challenges with self-assurance.
Release your positive energy: Create opportunities and embrace change with ease.
Define and achieve your goals: Turn your wishes into concrete, actionable steps.

What makes our Budo Method special?

This course gets you moving, body and mind, and opens new insights along the way.

 

How? The Budo Method goes deeper by combining three elements:

 

  • Body exercises from martial arts that make you feel your strength instantly.

  • Reflection & feedback to sharpen your awareness and uncover blind spots.

  • Theory-based insights giving you the tools to understand your behavior and patterns.

 

This combination ensures that you experience self-confidence not just in your mind, but in your whole body – and it stays with you.

Martial arts here are more than self-defense: they give you inner clarity, calm, and decisiveness. You leave every situation feeling more present, confident, and impactful.

Main focus

Block 1 – Outward Presence & Body Language

We start by focusing on your outward presence and body language, so that in your next job interview or presentation, you make a lasting, positive first impression – and feel comfortable in your own skin.

 

In this block, you’ll learn how to:

 

  • Define your stance – recognize your values and present yourself authentically.

  • Use body language intentionally – gestures, facial expressions, and posture support your messages.

  • Enhance your communication – align words and body to appear confident and persuasive.

 

Result: Your posture is open, your voice clear, and your verbal and nonverbal communication consistent.

Block 2 – Setting Boundaries & Acting with Confidence

Next, we turn inward to explore your thought and behavior patterns, so that in stressful or threatening situations – for example, a verbal or physical confrontation – you can respond appropriately.

 

In this block, you’ll learn how to:

 

  • Stand up for yourself and assert your needs – say “yes” when it fits, and “no” when necessary.

  • Set and protect boundaries – both verbally and physically.

  • Act decisively and take responsibility – make confident decisions and actively shape your path.

 

Result: You stand your ground and protect your boundaries with confidence – without becoming loud or anxious.

Block 3 – Awareness & Personal Impact

 

Step by step, you’ll uncover how you might be holding yourself back: Are you the reason others don’t take you seriously, or why that promotion hasn’t happened? Your personal growth is the focus here.

 

In this block, you’ll learn how to:

 

  • Use body awareness and presence – grounded and aligned with yourself.

  • Recognize others’ emotional signals – better assess your environment and respond confidently.

  • Maintain energy balance and advance your personal development – set goals, implement strategies, and build mental strength.

Result: You feel stronger inside and radiate calm and confidence. Your self-assurance grows.

What our customers say

Dear Lucia,
thank you for the many learning experiences and “aha” moments. I felt very comfortable with you. I feel empowered – even a week later I can still feel the impact of the course. I can work daily on my goal of standing up for myself and notice my strengths much more clearly. I am very grateful for your coaching and your amazing work! I will definitely recommend you.

Charlotte,

Lucia Polatti’s Self-Assertion Course is an innovative way to discover your strength, courage, and confidence – and actually experience it. The course strikes a perfect balance between theory and practice. Lucia is an inspiring, experienced, and very warm-hearted teacher and trainer. I highly recommend this course to anyone seeking practical, hands-on solutions.

Magdalena,

During the two-day self-assertion course for women, I learned fascinating things about myself and my surroundings, such as:
– How my thoughts and my body connect in an instant
– How my body can support my mind in stressful situations
– What makes up my presence and the impact it has
– What turns someone into a victim

Lucia spoke passionately to our group and guided the exercises with sensitivity. The course was fun, thought-provoking, and I can warmly recommend it.

Klara,

Dear Lucia, I loved the course 🤗 Thank you so much for all the tips, exercises, and the time together with everyone. I really enjoyed it and learned a lot.

Daniela,

What else can you expect?

👉 Inspiration and connection: Share experiences and motivation in a small group.

 

👉 Discover martial arts from a new perspective: Gain fascinating insights without needing prior experience.

 

👉 Deepen your self-awareness: Reflection questions help you see patterns and recognize opportunities for growth.

 

👉 Practical tools for everyday life: Tips and exercises you can immediately apply at work and home.

 

👉 Your personal workbook: A guide to continue your progress even after the course ends.

 

Secure your spot now and discover the strength within you!

Course fee: CHF 450.-

💥 This course is supported by the City of Zurich: women residing in Zurich receive a CHF 50 discount and pay only CHF 400.

 

Sessions 2026: January, 24th & 25th and September 26th & 27th

Saturday: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

 

 

Secure your spot and register now!

This is also possible

🎯 Want to work individually?


Prefer a one-on-one experience? Take advantage of private coaching for targeted, personalized support.

 

📍Is your team navigating challenging times?


Our special “security training” can help ease tensions, build trust, and create practical solutions together – promoting psychological safety through a martial arts approach. Contact us to learn more!

Get in touch if you want to know more!

Course instructor: Lucia Polatti

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