Heels & Handshakes




📅 May 15th | 6–8 P.M.
📍 Private Rooftop in River North
👠 Open to the first 40 women

It's not all about karate chops (but we’ll throw a few in for fun 😉)!

Join us for an empowering and interactive evening under the stars with your fellow Heels sisters, where we’ll be diving into the essential self-defense skills every woman should know—whether you're city-living, jet-setting, or simply running errands in your own neighborhood.

This isn’t your average safety talk—we’re bringing real-life stories, practical tips, and a whole lot of strength to the rooftop. You'll learn how to tap into your intuition, sharpen your awareness, and handle potential scenarios with confidence and clarity.

Rooftop vibes
Confidence-boosting training
Meaningful connections

Spots are limited—only the first 40 women will get in on this powerful night. Don’t miss it!

Attire: Athletic attire and closed-toe shoes
Parking: Complimentary parking vouchers



Thank you to our partners:

Team Fireball
Intud Photography
Kangen Water

Location Information

  • Private Rooftop River North
  • 435 W Erie Street 24th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60654

Speakers

Debbie Pickus Founder | Team Fireball

Debbie is a speaker, coach, and workshop facilitator. Her company is focused on creating power, energy and confidence for her clients which include corporate teams, professional women and college students. She's a certified transformational mindset coach, former fitness instructor and black belt in Shotokan karate. Her 25 years in fitness instruction and martial arts have given Debbie a unique perspective on the mind/body connection and how to use it as a power source. She speaks to groups about harnessing this power to create confidence, energy, and success in their business and personal lives. Debbie loves facilitating unique breakout workshops which involve mental empowerment exercises as well as physical activity. This may include basic self-defense awareness skills and/or board breaking events to amplify the mindset principles she’s presenting. When not focused on her business, Debbie spends time with her fiancé Bill, her puppy George and her 3 grown kids whenever the opportunity allows. Debbie Pickus


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Your ticket includes 1 hour self defense workshop

$30.00
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