Parents: Prepare them
for the world, before they step into it
As parents, we spend years preparing our children for the next stage of life; academically, socially, and emotionally. One area often overlooked is how to stay safe in the real world. That’s where Empower Academy comes in. Not with self-defense moves or physical techniques, but with strategic, proven skills that anyone can apply. We focus on realism, teaching students how to recognize threats early, avoid becoming a target, and make informed decisions under pressure. Has nothing to do with size, strength, or athletic ability, it’s a mental game that when played right saves lives. Before leaving the safety of your home, give them the tools to protect themselves.
Empower Academy's New
Online Programs
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5 Star Rating on
course curriculum
'Be the Hard Target'
Online Workshop
Developed by elite professionals, this workshop teaches proven, preventative strategies that help individuals become hard targets—prepared, alert, and capable.Whether for college students, young professionals, or anyone stepping into independence, the Empower Workshop is a game-changing investment in personal safety and peace of mind.
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Human Trafficking Awareness & Prevention
COMING SOON
The Human Trafficking Awareness & Prevention Course is a focused, real-world training designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and tools to recognize, avoid, and disrupt trafficking tactics. this course teaches how traffickers identify and target victims, the psychological and environmental methods they use, and how to detect early warning signs. This is not theory—it’s practical, actionable training that saves lives.
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Empower 101
Course - Online
The Empower 101 Course is a comprehensive, real-world safety training program designed to equip individuals with the critical skills needed to recognize, avoid, and respond to threats before they escalate. Through 14 engaging modules, participants will master the core principles of situational awareness, analytical thinking, target prevention, and environmental threat recognition. This course is the next step for anyone who wants to go beyond awareness and build the mindset of a hard target—prepared, capable, and empowered.
COMING SOON
Our Curriculum = Empowerment
The Empower Curriculum is designed to sharpen your situational awareness and adopt an analytical mindset. Learn to recognize threats before they happen, decode body language, safeguard your digital footprint, and make proactive decisions under stress. Below is what drives our courses.
Situational Awareness (Advanced)
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Deliberately tune in to your environment
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Spotting behavioral anomalies and environmental threats
Safeguarding Social Media & Digital Presence
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Reducing risk online
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Avoiding oversharing and digital targeting
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Cyber Targeting
Stress Management &
Decision Making
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Reducing risk online
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Avoiding oversharing and digital targeting
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Cyber Targeting
Mastering an Analytical Mindset
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Reading patterns and predicting potential danger
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Inductive Thinking
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Logical Reasoning
Conflict Recognition & De-escalation
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How to avoid and manage confrontation
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Using words, presence, and positioning to regain control
Vetting and Assessing People & Situations
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Quickly assess intent and behavior
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Techniques and tools to vet new acquaintances or environments for red flags
Reading Non-Verbal Body Language
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Identifying pre-attack indicators
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Understanding facial expressions, body posture, and eye behavior
High-Threat Areas
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Identifying Choke Points and Channelization
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Movement through these areas
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Transition Spaces
Target
Prevention
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Surveillance Detection
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Strategies that project strength and reduce vulnerability
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​how predators select targets and how to disrupt that process
Making Headlines!
Bay Life newspaper features Empower Academy
Empower Academy is truly honored to be featured in the Bay Life Newspaper. It’s an incredible milestone that reflects the impact of our mission and the strength of our growing reputation. We're proud that our preventative curriculum is gaining recognition—not just as valuable education, but as a life-saving resource that’s empowering individuals to take control of their safety and future.
Traveling Abroad?
Empower Academy offers specialized training for individuals traveling abroad, focusing on situational awareness and cultivating an analytical mindset to enhance safety and security. The program equips travelers with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate unfamiliar environments confidently, ensuring they are well-prepared to recognize and mitigate potential threats. By emphasizing proactive awareness and decision-making, Empower Academy helps travelers reduce the risk of victimization, enabling them to enjoy their international experiences with greater peace of mind and preparedness.
DID YOU KNOW?
Statistics from colleges across the United States reveal that 26.4% of female students experience rape or sexual assault involving physical force, violence, or incapacitation, and 5.8% of students have been victims of stalking. While these figures are alarming, the actual numbers are likely much higher, as it's estimated that only 20% of such incidents are reported.
The Hunting Ground is a 2015 American documentary film about the incidence of sexual assault on college campuses in the United States and the reported failure of college administrations to deal with it adequately. Written and directed by Kirby Dick and produced by Amy Ziering
Shop Empower Academy
Empower Academy has partnered with Fearless Futures, a nonprofit organization dedicated to sponsoring young women for the Empower 101 Course. Every purchase from the EA store directly supports these deserving women, helping to provide them with invaluable training and opportunities.
