Power Up with Lisa

Self-Defense & Awareness Training

In the Twin Cities, Minnesota area?

Join one of Lisa’s upcoming in-person classes — or book a private small-group session designed around your needs, your comfort level, & your goals.

Learn how to Recognize Assess Take-Action™ with confidence and skill.

The expertise behind our training

For over 40 years, Lisa Davis — a U.S. Marine veteran, former police officer, and experienced martial artist & self-defense instructor — has helped thousands of individuals and organizations build awareness, confidence, and everyday safety skills. As the founder of Power Up with Lisa, she’s expanding that mission to empower even more people.

What To Expect

A Hands-On Experience Built for Real Life

Our in-person classes blend real-life practice, mindset training, and proven self-defense techniques. You’ll get hands-on coaching, build skills you can use immediately, and leave feeling stronger, more aware, and more confident in your everyday life.

You'll learn to:

  • Build strong, practical self-defense techniques
  • Feel confident using the skills you learn
  • Communicate assertively and set strong personal boundaries
  • Apply simple, effective self-defense techniques anyone can learn
  • Walk away feeling stronger, more aware, and more confident in everyday life

Class Format

Inside the Class

  • Two-hour, hands-on class built on the Recognize Assess Take-Action™ Model
  • Real-life drills with scenario-based practice
  • Mindset training to help you stay calm and confident under pressure
  • Small-group instruction for personalized coaching
  • Power Up™ Practice Guide quick-reference handout
  • For all experience & ability levels, Ages 13+
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Our Approach

The Proven Method Behind
Our Training: The RAT Power Model

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
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Available Dates & Locations

Self-Defense Classes

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    More dates on the way...

    Currently setting up more dates!
    Please contact us if you have any questions or suggestions for future classes.

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Class Registration

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In-Person Self-Defense Class

In-Person Self-Defense Class

$50.00
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If you're in the Twin Cities, MN area, join us for hands-on training built on the RAT Power Model — Recognize Assess Take-Action™, the proven approach to staying calm, confident, and in control. 

Each two-hour class combines real-life drills and mindset training that help you move through life with greater awareness and confidence.

You’ll receive:
  • A tailored experience designed for your group
  • Simple, practical techniques you can use anywhere
  • Tools to strengthen confidence and awareness
  • The Power Up Follow-Up Guide — a quick-reference handout to reinforce key lessons after class

Participation Waiver Required
Before completing your registration, you’ll be asked to read and agree to our Participation Waiver & Media Release during checkout. Please take a moment to review it. Your agreement is required to attend the class.
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Additional Training Options

More Ways to Train In-Person

Find the training style that fits your needs — from public small-group classes to private group sessions and on-site training for your workplace, school, or community.

Private Small-Group Training

Create your own group and enjoy personalized instruction for friends, family, or coworkers. Learn practical skills together at a time that works for you.

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Host a Self-Defense Class

Bring Power Up with Lisa to your school, workplace, or community. A two-hour, interactive class built on the Recognize Assess Take-Action™ Model.

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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.

More About Lisa

Interested in private small-group trainings, hosting a class, or bringing Power Up with Lisa to your organization?

Fill out the form below to request more information.

Together, we’ll identify your goals and tailor an in-person session that fits your needs.

Serving the Twin Cities area — including Bloomington, Edina, Eagan, Richfield, and nearby communities.