SJSO

ST. JOHNS COUNTY

SHERIFF'S OFFICE

ROBERT A. HARDWICK, SHERIFF

"SERVE WITH EXCELLENCE"

W.A.V.E. (Women against violent encounters)

W.A.V.E. was first established in 1997 and focused on teaching women threat awareness combined with basic self-defense techniques to respond to potential threats.

The program focuses on situational awareness, verbal commands, assertive and physical techniques.

You will receive one on one training and practice with an all-woman team composed of St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office (SJSO), St. Augustine Police Department (SAPD), and St. Augustine Beach Police Department (SABPD) instructors.

We want to empower women by building their confidence and providing the tools needed to protect themselves and their loved ones.

UPCOMING CLASSES

These classes occur at various times throughout the year based on availability of instructors. To reserve your spot, fill out the form below with your class preference.

2024 Classes

October 2 at Ponte Vedra Branch Library from 5:30-8:30PM

November 13 at SJSO from 5:30-8:30PM

2025 Classes

January 25 at SPARC Athletics 9:30-12:30pm

February 1 at Burn Boot Camp SR 16 location Level 1 and 2 10-12pm

February 19 at Squad Room Open to public 5:30-8pm

March 1 at Anastasia YMCA 10-12pm

March 8 at Bartram Branch Library 10-12pm

April 5 at SPARC Athletics Level 1 and 2 9:30-12:30

Contact Us!

For more information, please use the form below. 

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