The expertise behind our training
Class Curriculum
What You'll Learn In Power Up with Lisa's Class
⚡ Stance & Striking
- Fighting stance
- Jab punch
- Reverse punch
- Hook punch
- Uppercut
- Slap strike
- Multi-strike combos
- Push back & creating distance
- Choose your One Technique
🛡 Defense & Escape
- Master your One Technique
- Escaping a one-handed wrist grab
- Escaping a two-handed wrist grab
- Escaping a choke hold
- Escaping a shirt grab
- Reactionary drills with a partner
👁 Awareness & Safety
- Power-up awareness walk
- 30-Second Drill: React Quickly
- Elevator & stairwell safety
- Describing an attacker accurately
- Carjacking prevention & response
- Recognizing human trafficking warning signs
- Recognizing grooming tactics
- Social safety in real-world scenarios
🧠 Mindset & Application
- RAT Power: Recognize Assess Take-Action®
- Power-up yell technique
- Training body & mind with intention
- Scenario-based self-defense practice
The Proven Method Behind Our Training
The RAT Power Model: Awareness in Action
Our Recognize Assess Take-Action® model is the foundation of every Power Up program. This simple yet powerful 3-step framework was developed by Lisa through years of teaching self-defense and awareness.
It was designed to help you stay aware, trust your gut, and take confident action — because true safety starts long before danger ever appears.
- Recognize → if something feels off
- Assess → for potential danger
- Take-Action → to stay safe
Meet Your Trainer
Lisa Davis, founder of Power Up with Lisa, is a dedicated trainer with over 40 years of martial arts experience, a 5th-degree black belt, and a former peace officer and Marine Corps veteran.
She combines real-world expertise with a relatable, down-to-earth approach—always adding humor and fun—to ensure learning is both engaging and empowering.
Lisa’s personalized approach ensures every class is relevant, practical, and empowering — whether for individuals, families, or corporate teams.