Frederick County, Maryland

If you’re unsure about learning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) for fear of injury, embarrassment, etc., then the Women Empowered program is perfect for you! Women Empowered is the official Gracie self-defense program for women based on the techniques of BJJ. This 15-lesson program, teaches how to neutralize the 20 most common attacks from having your hair grabbed to being pinned to the ground by an assailant with a weapon. Unlike most self-defense systems that rely heavily on strength, speed, and coordination, the techniques in the Women Empowered program employ leverage, technique, and timing, so anyone, regardless of age or athletic ability, can make them work against larger opponents. ​You can start the program at any time and participate in any class no experience required. We offer 10 calendar days of free live in-person classes, a uniform, and a video library to practice with at home!

90 minute self-defense seminars. The first half is instructional. The second half is technical. Training, it is recommended participants dress appropriately. Participation is not mandatory, but highly encouraged.

Registration is now open!

The mission of Heartly House is to end domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and child abuse, and to provide victims with safety, shelter, and supportive services.

24/7 Hotline: 301-662-8800

Administrative Offices: 301-418-6610

On Our Own of Frederick County is a wellness and recovery center located in downtown Frederick, Maryland. They are a non-profit organization that provides peer support, resources, advocacy, life/recovery coaching and much more for adults and families in Frederick County who experience mental health challenges and/or substance use disorder.  

FCC Counseling and Wellness Services can help you manage personal problems which may impact your day-to-day life. They provide short-term, solution-focused counseling to current students, and crisis intervention for students who are suicidal, experiencing stalking, or having other emergencies. Staff is well versed in campus and community resources to help you find the right support and can also provide referrals to additional mental health services. If your stalker is on campus, or there is a cyber concern, we recommend campus security first. Counseling services are available by walk-in or appointment. All services are free and confidential for current FCC students.

Serves as a facilitator in Frederick for collaborative efforts through education and collaboration to reduce trauma’s prevalence and impact by supporting healing and building resilience. They work to partner with diverse sectors  to establish a shared understanding of the causes of personal trauma, collective trauma, and toxic stress. 

The Basic Semi-Automatic Handgun Course, taught by women instructors, is designed to empower women to feel more confident and informed about the semi-automatic handgun, its basic parts, operation, and the shooting fundamentals of the handgun. The course utilizes a variety of progressive instructional techniques; including classroom discussion, video presentations, simulation labs and hands-on experience. Students learn safe firearm handling techniques and develop skills through training, before moving onto the shooting range for a live firing exercise.

Must be 21yr or older to participate.

The Frederick Center works to advocate and provide opportunities and support for the LGBTW community. They offer advocacy, social networking, support groups, and more.

NAMI provides support and education to families confronted with mental illness. Groups are lead by trained volunteers. Leaders have personal experience coping with mental illness with family members. There are groups for those facing mental illness themselves. 

The Seton center provides dental services for all ages. They work to provide food services with a pantry program. They offer a rent and utility assistance program. Additionally, they provide a thrift shop and other support services when individual are in need to provide for job training or applications or other government assistance programs.

Able Locksmiths are a full-service company in Mid-Maryland & surrounding areas with vast experience in the locksmith industry. They provide including Commercial, Automotive, Safe Opening and Servicing, and Residential Services. We are great proponents of personal safety in its myriad of forms. Able Locksmiths are passionate about providing their customers with a variety of options to keep themselves, and those around them safe. You can count on them for all your safety and security needs.