Impulse Defence in the Press
Impulse Defence has been recognised across leading UAE media outlets for its innovative approach to teaching teenage girls self defence, awareness, and confidence. Explore our press coverage below.
Explore our latest media coverage below.
Dubai Eye – Afternoons with Helen Farmer
Our founder, Leah Nicholls, joined Helen Farmer on Dubai Eye to discuss women’s safety in Dubai and the importance of self-defence training for young women.
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, November 2024.
Impulse Defence was featured on Dubai Eye’s Afternoons with Helen Farmer during a segment on Women’s Safety. The conversation explored the importance of early self defence education and situational awareness, highlighting how Impulse Defence’s hands-on, scenario-based training empowers teenage girls with confidence and real-world self-protection skills.
Visit the Afternoons with Helen Farmer page for the full episode.
Yalla Dubai Magazine – “Why Self-defence Is Essential For Teenage Girls”
Why Self Defence Is Essential For Teenage Girls, March 10, 2025.
Yalla Dubai profiled Founder of Impulse Defence, Leah Nicholls, and the vital role of their self defence classes in helping teenage girls gain confidence and develop critical life skills.
Launched around International Women’s Day. The feature emphasises how teaching self defence is a powerful tool for fostering awareness and independence. Be Your Own Hero.
Read Yalla Dubai’s feature on why self defence classes for teenage girls in Dubai are essential.”