through Trauma-Informed Martial Arts

Dao Resilia’s programs offer a unique approach to mental health and resilience. Our trauma-informed martial arts programs are designed to support vulnerable communities, fostering healing and empowerment through culturally respectful practices. Join us in building stronger, more resilient communities.
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Discover the Power of Trauma-Informed Martial Arts

Our structured programs are designed to support mental health and resilience in vulnerable communities. Through culturally respectful practices, participants gain empowerment, emotional strength, and community support, fostering long-term healing and well-being.
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Our Classes

  • Martial Arts for Trauma
  • Martial Arts for Trauma (Women only class)
  • Martial Arts for Depression
  • Martial Arts for Chronic Stress

Who Our Program Is For

Dao Resilia is designed for individuals who want to improve their mental and emotional well-being through trauma-informed movement. Our classes are suitable for people experiencing:
  • trauma or post-traumatic stress
  • depression or low mood
  • anxiety or chronic stress
  • emotional overwhelm or burnout
  • difficulty connecting to their bodies
  • feeling disconnected, tense, or dysregulated
  • loss of confidence or agency
Our approach is supportive, accessible, and rooted in evidence-based principles of somatic healing, martial arts, and nervous-system regulation.

Who Our Program Is Not For

For ethical and safety reasons, Dao Resilia is not appropriate for individuals currently experiencing:
  • active psychosis or schizophrenia
  • severe eating disorders requiring medical supervision (e.g., acute anorexia)
  • unmanaged bipolar manic episodes
  • acute suicidal ideation or self-harm requiring crisis intervention
  • medical conditions that contraindicate moderate physical activity
  • substance intoxication during sessions
  • violent behavior or a risk of harm to others
These conditions require specialized clinical treatment that our program does not replace. We strongly encourage individuals experiencing these symptoms to seek support from licensed mental health or medical professionals. If needed, we can help connect participants with appropriate services.

Our Commitment to Safety

To ensure safe, supportive classes:
  • All instructors are trained in trauma-informed approaches
  • Sessions emphasize choice, grounding, and emotional safety
  • We avoid triggering language, aggressive drills, or unsafe physical contact
  • Participants can pause or opt out at any time
  • We maintain a clear boundary: This is not therapy
  • We follow a structured distress protocol for anyone who becomes overwhelmed