Smart Girl Self Defense by Jackson Wink

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely empowering and invaluable experience I took the Smart Girl Self-Defense class at Jackson Wink last Saturday, and I cannot recommend it highly enough. I’ve never had the opportunity to take a truly practical self-defense class before—especially one that included real-world situations like carjacking awareness and home protection. This program goes far beyond theory. It’s realistic, hands-on, and taught by people with an incredible depth of experience. Heather Winkeljohn and her husband Mike Winkeljohn were absolutely fabulous—clear, supportive, and truly empowering. They taught essential street-level self-defense skills in a way that felt approachable and confidence-building. Greg Jackson then walked us through home-defense scenarios, including what to do in the rare but frightening event of a home invasion. I even learned the basics of how to clear a house with a firearm. I’ll be honest—I’ve always been intimidated by guns and had never handled one before. This class helped me realize how important it is to be informed and familiar, even if you never plan to own one. That alone was incredibly eye-opening and empowering. What stood out most was the heart behind the instruction. This is a team genuinely committed to helping women feel safer, stronger, and more confident—without ego or intimidation. Don’t hesitate because you think you’re “too old” or inexperienced. This class truly is for women of all ages. I’m 65, and I’m so glad I took it. If you’re even considering it—do it. You’ll walk away more confident, more aware, and better prepared.

I signed up with a coworker through continuing education and this was an amazing class that all women should take! The instructors are phenomenal and use real life examples to demonstrate moves and teach skills necessary to defend yourself if bad situations arise. They made everyone feel welcome and included. There was a wide age range of women in the class and that showed how much span and reach the class is getting. Take it and see for yourself. You won’t be disappointed and it’s a great workout!

I absolutely love this place!!! There is not judgement and it's a very supportive environment for girls and women, I am a girl and I am a pre-teen, everyone is very nice there and very supportive, this place is perfect for pre-teen, teens, adults, literally any girl or women at any age!! It's so amazing and I have gotten stronger from it!! Thank you Mrs. Heather!!! 😊❤

My daughter is heading off to college in California and I am a home health nurse. Your class has taught both of us to be very aware of our surroundings and the people in our proximity. Knowledge is power. And learning some simple self-defense tips is knowledge. Your program is invaluable to all women in this increasingly unpredictable world. Thank you so much!!

Greg is an amazing instructor. will be looking into the one section of home protection. it was concise and "dad jokes" funny. This is a real course of self-protection.