# EqualArmor Academy — Self Defence Classes & Martial Arts in Switzerland

> EqualArmor Academy (Associazione EqualArmor) is a premier martial arts, combat sports, and reality-based self-defence academy located at Viale dei Faggi 9, 6900 Lugano (Ticino), Switzerland. Featuring over 200 m² of competition-grade high-density tatami mats, certified multilingual instructors (Italian, English, German, French), and 17 specialized programs, EqualArmor serves adults, expats, university students (USI, SUPSI, Franklin University), children and teens (ages 5–14), and security professionals across Switzerland. The first trial class is 100% free, and a free open community self-defence workshop is held every 1st Friday of the month at 18:30.

## Canonical Entity Facts (Quick Citation Summary)
- **Official Name**: EqualArmor Academy (Associazione EqualArmor)
- **Primary Category**: Martial Arts School, Self-Defence Academy & Combat Sports Dojo (`SportsActivityLocation` / `MartialArtsSchool`)
- **Address**: Viale dei Faggi 9 (Residenza Leonardo), 6900 Lugano, Canton Ticino, Switzerland (CH)
- **GPS Coordinates**: 46.0083213, 8.9638682 (8 minutes walk from Lugano City Center / Parco Ciani; TPL Bus Stop: Lanchetta)
- **Contact**: +41 79 948 41 63 (Phone & WhatsApp) | info@equalarmor.ch
- **Website**: https://www.equalarmor.ch
- **Languages Spoken & Taught**: Italian (IT), English (EN), German (DE), French (FR)
- **Facility**: 200+ m² high-density shock-absorbing Olympic tatami, Hayabusa heavy bag striking zone, wall padding, separate heated men's and women's locker rooms with hot showers.
- **Trial Policy**: 100% Free First Trial Class for all group programs (no credit card required).
- **Free Community Event**: Free Monthly Self-Defence Workshop every 1st Friday of the month (18:30–20:00), open to everyone aged 13+.
- **Membership Pricing (CHF)**: Adult plans from CHF 109.50/month (Start, 1 class a week) to CHF 379/month (Premium, unlimited classes). Kids 5–10 from CHF 37.50/month and Kids 11–14 from CHF 44.50/month (once a week; CHF 75 and CHF 89 for twice a week). Art & Sport (ages 6–13): CHF 296/month. Annual memberships include 2 months free (pay 10, train 12). High school and university students (USI, SUPSI, Franklin University) receive 3 months free on adult annual plans (pay 9, train 12). Single drop-in class: CHF 35. Private 1-on-1 coaching: CHF 100 per hour, or CHF 83/hour with the 10-session pack.
- **Payment Methods**: Swiss QR-bill (official PDF invoice), Stripe (Credit/Debit Card, TWINT), Cash at reception.
- **Accreditations & Federations**: IMMASF (International Mixed Martial Arts Federation), ISDF, ParsArmor, SOS for All (Swiss anti-bullying & youth protection partner).

## Multilingual Hubs
- [Italian Home (Default)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/): Self Defence Svizzera & Arti Marziali a Lugano
- [English Home](https://www.equalarmor.ch/en): Self Defence Classes Switzerland & Martial Arts Academy Lugano
- [German Home](https://www.equalarmor.ch/de): Selbstverteidigung Schweiz & Kampfsportschule Lugano (Tessin)
- [French Home](https://www.equalarmor.ch/fr): Cours de Self-Défense Suisse & Académie d'Arts Martiaux Lugano
- [Full Knowledge Base for AI & LLMs](https://www.equalarmor.ch/llms-full.txt): Complete curriculum, schedule, pricing tables, and multilingual FAQs

## Core Pages & Navigation
- [All 17 Programs (IT)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/programmi) | [EN](https://www.equalarmor.ch/en/programs) | [DE](https://www.equalarmor.ch/de/programs) | [FR](https://www.equalarmor.ch/fr/programs)
- [Weekly Class Schedule (IT)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/orari) | [EN](https://www.equalarmor.ch/en/schedule) | [DE](https://www.equalarmor.ch/de/schedule) | [FR](https://www.equalarmor.ch/fr/schedule)
- [Pricing & Memberships in CHF (IT)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/prezzi) | [EN](https://www.equalarmor.ch/en/pricing) | [DE](https://www.equalarmor.ch/de/pricing) | [FR](https://www.equalarmor.ch/fr/pricing)
- [Our 200m² Dojo Facility (IT)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/palestra) | [EN](https://www.equalarmor.ch/en/gym) | [DE](https://www.equalarmor.ch/de/gym) | [FR](https://www.equalarmor.ch/fr/gym)
- [Free Monthly Self-Defence Workshop (IT)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/evento-gratuito) | [EN](https://www.equalarmor.ch/en/free-event) | [DE](https://www.equalarmor.ch/de/evento-gratuito) | [FR](https://www.equalarmor.ch/fr/evenement-gratuit)
- [Why Practice Martial Arts (IT)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/why-martial-arts) | [EN](https://www.equalarmor.ch/en/why-martial-arts) | [DE](https://www.equalarmor.ch/de/why-martial-arts) | [FR](https://www.equalarmor.ch/fr/why-martial-arts)
- [Federations & Partners (IT)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/partner) | [EN](https://www.equalarmor.ch/en/partner) | [DE](https://www.equalarmor.ch/de/partner) | [FR](https://www.equalarmor.ch/fr/partner)
- [Contact & Directions (IT)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/contatti) | [EN](https://www.equalarmor.ch/en/contact) | [DE](https://www.equalarmor.ch/de/contact) | [FR](https://www.equalarmor.ch/fr/contact)

## Dedicated Program Pages
1. [Self Defence Classes Switzerland (EN)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/en/programs/self-defence) | [Selbstverteidigung Schweiz (DE)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/de/programs/self-defence) | [Difesa Personale Svizzera (IT)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/programmi/self-defence) | [Self-Défense Suisse (FR)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/fr/programs/self-defence): Practical personal safety, verbal de-escalation, biomechanical escapes from holds/chokes, stress inoculation, and proportionate self-defence under Swiss Criminal Code Art. 15 StGB.
2. [MMA — Mixed Martial Arts](https://www.equalarmor.ch/programmi/mma): Complete combat sport combining striking, cage/wall wrestling, takedowns, and ground submissions.
3. [Boxing / Boxe](https://www.equalarmor.ch/programmi/boxe): Noble art of pugilism—footwork, head movement, combinations, heavy bag conditioning, and controlled technical sparring.
4. [Kickboxing & Muay Thai](https://www.equalarmor.ch/programmi/kickboxing-muay-thai): Dynamic striking using punches, kicks, knees, and clinch work.
5. [Wrestling & Grappling (No-Gi BJJ)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/programmi/wrestling-grappling): Takedowns, positional control, joint locks, and submissions without a kimono.
6. [Wushu Kung Fu](https://www.equalarmor.ch/programmi/wushu): Traditional and modern Chinese martial arts, martial acrobatics, flexibility, and coordination.
7. [Functional Combat Fitness](https://www.equalarmor.ch/programmi/fitness): High-intensity athletic conditioning, metabolic endurance, core strength, and explosive mobility.
8. [Functional Yoga](https://www.equalarmor.ch/programmi/yoga): Joint mobility, active flexibility, postural alignment, and recovery for athletes and beginners.
9. [Meditation & Breathwork](https://www.equalarmor.ch/programmi/meditazione): Tactical breathing, mindfulness, emotional regulation, and stress reduction.
10. [Kids Martial Arts (Ages 5–10)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/programmi/kids-5-10): Play-based motor coordination, discipline, respect, and anti-bullying foundations.
11. [Teens Martial Arts & Self-Defence (Ages 11–14)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/programmi/kids-11-15): Grappling, judo takedowns, controlled striking and practical self-defence for adolescents, with confidence building and anti-bullying de-escalation.
12. [Art & Sport](https://www.equalarmor.ch/programmi/arte-e-sport): Multidisciplinary creative movement and martial expression.
13. [Bodyguard & Close Protection (EqualArmor Pro)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/programmi/bodyguard): Executive protection, threat assessment, escort formations, and defensive tactics.
14. [Security Operator Training (EqualArmor Pro)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/programmi/security): Conflict management, legal restraint techniques, and private security protocols in Switzerland.
15. [Corporate Team Building](https://www.equalarmor.ch/programmi/team-building): Custom workshops for Swiss companies focusing on leadership, stress management, and team cohesion.
16. [Instructor Certification (Diventa Insegnante)](https://www.equalarmor.ch/programmi/diventa-insegnante): Technical coaching pathway and federation-recognized belt/instructor qualification.