Program overview
Confidence, awareness, and practical self defense
The Ilima Lei Macfarlane Self Defense Experience is featured headline programming at Hi Fit Expo 2026. These free youth focused sessions are designed to give participants practical self defense basics, stronger awareness, and greater confidence in real world situations.
Inspired by Ilima’s Warriors Don’t Bully initiative, this program brings together youth, families, and community leadership around safety, prevention, and empowerment.
What to expect
Session format
- Multiple sessions across the weekend
- Structured group instruction
- Hands on drills and movement practice
- Simple practical techniques
- Group introduction and closing with Ilima
- Parents encouraged to remain present
Who it’s for
Open to youth and families
- Youth participants
- Families
- Beginners
- Anyone building confidence and awareness
- Community centered learning environment
Reservation
Reserve early
Reservation is now open. Session times are not yet finalized. Early reservations help secure priority access before final session assignments are released.
Ticketing
Access and admission
- Included with Hi Fit Expo admission
- Youth 17 and under admitted free
- Adults require event ticket
- Advance reservation strongly recommended
Important
How reservation works
- Reserve now to hold your place
- Final session times will be assigned later
- You will receive your scheduled session prior to the event
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your assigned time
Why this matters
Built for community impact
- Focused on prevention, confidence, and awareness
- Brings local athletes and leaders together
- Supports stronger families and communities
- Youth centered and family friendly
Event context
Part of Hi Fit Expo 2026
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Take the next step
Reserve your spot and plan your weekend
Start with session reservation, then secure event tickets for adults attending with youth participants.
