Jennifer Klenka

Lead Women's Instructor, Owner


Jennifer Klenka has trained in martial arts for over twenty years. She is a Certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Women Empowered Instructor under Ryron and Rener Gracie, and a Certified American Ninjutsu Instructor under Chief Instructor Yvonne Falgout, and has also trained in other martial disciplines such as AMOK, Boxing, and many more.

Jennifer has given self defense, empowering leadership, seminars, workshops and speeches to such organizations like the Society of Women Engineers national conferences, and companies such as Lockheed Martin.

Jennifer Klenka has a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas at Arlington in Computer Engineering and a master's degree from Cornell University in Systems Engineering.


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Co-ed Self Defense

If you’re looking to bring practical, structured self-defense training to your business, school, or organization, Fort Worth Combatives is here to help. We specialize in co-ed and women-only self-defense seminars, delivered through safe, cooperative partner drills that build real timing, awareness, and confidence. Our instructors travel throughout Fort Worth and North Texas, and we can host training at our academy or at your location—with flexible scheduling for groups of all sizes.

Fort Worth Combatives provides hands-on training built around fundamentals, retention, and real-world application. Our most popular seminars include:

Co-Ed Seminars

  • Core Defense: Beginner self-defense fundamentals with situational awareness
  • Gracie 101: Structured intro to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu® self-defense
  • Dirt & Steel: Outdoor ground-fighting fundamentals
  • Sambo Foundations: Throws, takedowns, and grappling basics for groups
  • Workplace Self-Defense: Team safety, boundaries, control, and escapes for employees

Women-Only Seminars

  • Women Empowered®: Structured intro to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu® self-defense
  • HER Core Defense: Women-only self-defense fundamentals
  • Professional Women’s Self-Defense: Industry-focused workshops for workplaces
  • Teen & Parent Safety for Girls: Small-group seminars for daughters and peer groups

Medical & Safety Training (Available for Groups or On-Site)

  • Stop the Bleed®: Bleeding Control and Tourniquets
  • CPR + AED Certification: ECSI Certified
  • First Aid for Workplaces & Schools
  • Realtor Lunch & Learn Safety Workshops
  • Texas License to Carry (LTC) Seminars

We can tailor seminars for youth groups, professionals, employees, and organizations, and we’re happy to travel to you or host at our academy.


Hosting & Travel

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We offer two ways to train:

At our academy (Fort Worth Combatives)

  • Great for hands-on workshops, demos, and open house formats
  • Mats, space, and training gear already set up
  • Ideal for small-group seminars, teens, or hosted training days

At your business or organization

  • We bring all training equipment needed for the seminar
  • Best for employee workshops, CPR/AED, or Stop the Bleed®

We are willing to travel anywhere in Fort Worth, Texas and beyond, and can support regional requests depending on availability. Many of our seminars are built around high-rep partner drills, safe falling, pressure timing, and practical problem solving, so we do request students wear athletic shoes (if applicable), clothing with pockets, and bring water.


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Our training is trusted in the Fort Worth community and beyond:

  • 200+ verified 5-star reviews from students and seminar attendees
  • Consistent praise for clear curriculum, safety, retention, and real-world confidence
  • Workshops hosted for teachers, realtors, youth groups, and local businesses
  • We are a Awarded Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Vendor for governmental agencies such as public education organizations, higher education entities, and city or county governments.
  • Past training delivered for organizations including Lockheed Martin, General Electric (GE), Microsoft, Society of Women Engineers, Society of Hispanic Engineers, local Girl and Boy Scouts, Fort Worth Country Day and more.

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