# Shockwave Jujitsu > Self-defence and jujitsu classes in Ipswich for adults and teens (14+). Reality-based training with supportive coaching, clear progression, and respectful culture. Includes women's courses and workplace training. Located at Murrayside Community Centre, Ipswich, we offer structured classes focused on real-world self-defence skills rather than sport martial arts. Suitable for complete beginners with no experience required. Free intro classes available. Machine-readable page sources are available at `{path}.md` (for example [about.md](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/about.md)). Articles feed: [feed.xml](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/feed.xml). ## Classes & Training - [Classes Information](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/classes.md) - [Timetable & Location](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/timetable-location.md) - [Syllabus](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/syllabus.md) - [Pricing](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/pricing.md) ## Courses & Workshops - [Women's Self-Defence Course](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/courses.md): 6-week course for £30 (bring a friend free), 12 hours practical training, small classes. Next course: Sundays 10:00–12:00 at Murrayside, 4 Apr–9 May 2027. Instructor: Terry Tatum. - [Training for Schools & Workplaces](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/training-for-schools-workplaces.md): Personal safety, de-escalation and practical self-defence education for groups. Not just physical training — covers what to notice, what to say, when to leave, what the law allows, and what to do if escape is not possible. **For schools & colleges:** Age-appropriate personal safety, confidence and self-defence education for young people. Suitable for Year 12 / sixth form, colleges, youth groups, and transition-to-adulthood sessions. **For workplaces & teams:** Practical training for staff who may deal with difficult, aggressive or unpredictable situations. Suitable for public-facing workers, reception and front desk staff, lone workers, and community-facing roles. **Session topics:** Awareness (spotting risk early, noticing exits), Boundaries (voice, space and assertive action), De-escalation (staying calm and reducing conflict), The Law (reasonable force and common misconceptions), Escape principles (movement, positioning and getting away), Physical responses (simple actions when escape is not possible). **Delivery formats:** Taster session (1h), Practical workshop (2h–3h), Multi-session course (3+ sessions of 2h each). Sessions delivered at your venue or our Ipswich training space. **Instructor:** Terry Tatum, 4th Dan Jujitsu instructor and MMA coach. Shockwave Jujitsu has taught practical self-defence in Ipswich since 2008. ## Interactive Quizzes Test your knowledge of UK self-defence law with interactive quizzes. Instant feedback, no email required: - [Quiz Index](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/quizzes) - [Women's Self-Defence Law Quiz](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/quizzes/self-defence-law-for-women) - [Teachers Self-Defence Law Quiz](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/quizzes/self-defence-law-for-teachers) - [Teenagers Self-Defence Law Quiz](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/quizzes/self-defence-law-for-teenagers) - [Homeowners Self-Defence Law Quiz](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/quizzes/self-defence-law-for-homeowners) - [Public-Facing Workers Quiz](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/quizzes/self-defence-law-for-public-facing-workers) - [Bystanders Self-Defence Law Quiz](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/quizzes/self-defence-law-for-bystanders) ## Essential Reading Start here to understand our approach and see if we're right for you: - [What to Expect in Your First Class](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/what-to-expect-in-your-first-class.md) - [This Training Is NOT for You If...](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/this-training-is-not-for-you-if.md) - [Who Actually Trains at Shockwave Jujitsu](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/who-actually-trains-at-shockwave-jujitsu.md) - [The Reality of Self-Defence Training](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/the-reality-of-self-defence-training.md) ## For Nervous Beginners - [First-Class Nerves: What Everyone Feels](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/first-class-nerves-what-everyone-feels.md) - [Learning Self-Defence with No Experience](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/learning-self-defence-with-no-experience.md) ## Guides for Specific Groups - [Self-Defence for Women: Beyond Pink Whistles](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/self-defence-for-women-beyond-pink-whistles-and-pepper-spray.md) - [Why We Don't Offer Female-Only Classes](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/why-no-female-only-classes.md) - [Martial Arts for Adults Over 40](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/martial-arts-for-adults-over-40.md) - [Self-Defence for University-Bound Students](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/self-defence-for-university-bound-students.md) - [Beyond School Bullying: Self-Defence for Teenagers](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/beyond-school-bullying-self-defence-for-teenagers.md) ## Practical Information - [FAQs](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/faqs.md) - [Equipment List: What You Need for Safe Training](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/equipment-list-what-you-need-for-safe-training.md) ## About & Contact - [About](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/about.md) - [Contact](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/contact.md) ## All Articles - [Beyond School Bullying: Self-Defence Skills for Teenagers](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/beyond-school-bullying-self-defence-for-teenagers.md) - [Cross-Training Self-Defence: What Sport Arts Don't Teach](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/cross-training-self-defence-for-martial-artists.md) - [Growth Mindset and Self-Defence: How Confidence Compounds](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/cultivating-growth-mindset-through-self-defence.md) - [Equipment List: What You Need for Safe Training](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/equipment-list-what-you-need-for-safe-training.md) - [First-Class Nerves: Why It's Normal (and How to Handle It)](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/first-class-nerves-what-everyone-feels.md) - [Injury Prevention & How to Be a Good Training Partner](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/injury-prevention-and-training-partner-etiquette.md) - [Learning Self-Defence with Zero Experience: What Matters](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/learning-self-defence-with-no-experience.md) - [Martial Arts for Adults Over 40: What to Expect](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/martial-arts-for-adults-over-40.md) - [From Karate Kid to Grown-Up: Returning to Martial Arts Without the Ego](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/returning-to-martial-arts-without-the-ego.md) - [Self-Defence for Students: Real Skills for Real Independence](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/self-defence-for-university-bound-students.md) - [Self-Defence for Women: Beyond Pink Whistles and Pepper Spray](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/self-defence-for-women-beyond-pink-whistles-and-pepper-spray.md) - [The Reality of Self-Defence Training: What You Actually Get](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/the-reality-of-self-defence-training.md) - [This Training Is NOT for You If… (Honest Fit Check)](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/this-training-is-not-for-you-if.md) - [What to Expect in Your First Shockwave Jujitsu Class](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/what-to-expect-in-your-first-class.md) - [Who Trains at Shockwave Jujitsu (Ages, Backgrounds, Goals)](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/who-actually-trains-at-shockwave-jujitsu.md) - [Why We Don't Offer Female-Only Classes (and What We Do Instead)](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/why-no-female-only-classes.md) - [Self-Defence vs Sport Martial Arts: The Key Differences](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/why-self-defence-is-different-from-sport-martial-arts.md) - [Women's Self-Defence Course Launching March 2026](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/womens-self-defence-course-march-2026.md) - [What We Learned From Our Women's Self-Defence Course Pilot](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/womens-self-defence-course-pilot-outcomes-2026.md) - [You Don't Need to Compete to Be a Martial Artist](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/articles/you-dont-need-to-compete-to-be-a-martial-artist.md) ## Optional - [Reviews](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/reviews.md) - [Full site markdown bundle](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/llms-full.txt): concatenated markdown for key pages - [Agent skills index](https://www.shockwavejujitsu.co.uk/.well-known/agent-skills/index.json): structured skill for booking and club facts