Become a Member

Join our community as a FREE Down to Defend member and get first access to everything we offer—class registrations, new program launches, workshops, and upcoming events. Membership helps us stay connected with you so we can continue building safer, more confident lives for individuals with IDD.

While membership is free, our organization is currently 100% donor-funded. If you are able, we welcome your support when registering for classes. Most of our program offerings range from $30–$150 per session per member, depending on the class type.

Your donation helps us continue expanding safety education, adaptive self-defense, healthy relationship classes, and community programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Suggested donation: $25, $50, or $100
(Any amount is meaningful and deeply appreciated.)

Become a member today and stay connected to every opportunity we create.

Liability Waiver

Please complete the liability waiver and submit it along with your interest forms, so you’re all set when classes begin.

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Thank you for taking the time to complete this form. We will review your responses and get in touch with you soon regarding class availability and registration details. If you have any urgent inquiries, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly at Admin@downtodefend.org.