The Team
Who We Are
Blaine Eastcott
Founding Partner
Hello, my name is Blaine Eastcott. I have been studying martial arts for over 30 years and specifically women's self defense for over 15 years. I think every woman should learn self defense. This became even more of a passion for me when my daughter was born. Our book is designed to give the reader immediate knowledge that they can use on the street. Our techniques focus on giving a smaller person an advantage over a larger attacker. With some diligence and a bit of practice, you will gain confidence in your ability to protect yourself.
Jennifer Tanaka
Founding Partner
Hello, my name is Jennifer Tanaka. I am an advocate for personal safety and a dedicated martial artist. Since earning my black belt in 2013, my focus has been on sharing practical, effective self-defense techniques that empower individuals and foster lasting confidence. My approach emphasizes not only physical techniques, but also mindset, situational awareness, and confidence-building strategies that translate into real-world readiness. I believe self-defense is a lifelong discipline—one that continues to evolve through both practice and reflection.
The Beginning
Self Defense Strategies LLC was founded with a simple yet powerful goal: to make self-defense education accessible to everyone. The idea began when one of our students wanted to share the skills they had learned with a friend who couldn’t attend our in-person class. Inspired by this desire to empower others, we created a resource that could reach beyond the walls of our classroom. Today, our mission remains rooted in that same spirit—providing practical, effective self-defense tools that help individuals build confidence, awareness, and readiness wherever they are.