Meredith Sasseen is a third-degree Hapkiodo black belt, and accomplished business leader whose work empowers individuals to access their personal power and authentic voice.
With over 10,000 hours of experience in yoga training and somatic bodywork, Meredith’s self-defense seminars are transformative experiences that blend physical techniques with mental clarity and confidence-building.
Her unique approach is especially valuable for ex-pats and travelers seeking safety and self-assurance in unfamiliar environments.
As a nationally recognized corporate executive and Fortune 1000 digital marketer, Meredith brings a high level of professional insight to her teachings. She has advised top clients, promoted bestselling books for private clients, and ghostwritten content for over a decade.
Her passion for communication is rooted in a family of writers, and she combines this legacy with her extensive expertise in business, self-defense, and personal development.
Meredith’s mornings are spent leading energizing movement classes, and her afternoons are dedicated to coaching high-level business clients, where she merges her mastery of body language, somatic awareness, and personal empowerment strategies.
A vibrant facilitator and keynote speaker, Meredith has appeared on national television and has been the keynote speaker at large-scale events, sharing her insights with audiences across the nation.
A member of the National Speakers Association, she has been nationally recognized for her excellence and impact. Meredith’s seminars are known for their holistic approach, integrating her vast knowledge in Hapkido, yoga, and bodywork with practical self-defense skills, making them uniquely powerful for anyone looking to strengthen their situational awareness and resilience.
Beyond her martial arts and corporate expertise, Meredith holds certifications with the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Certified Trainer and with the Yoga Alliance as a registered yoga teacher. She is a licensed Transformative Bodywork facilitator in California, blending hands-on somatic therapy with coaching to help her clients access deeper levels of self-awareness and confidence. She is also certified in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), a tool that enhances her ability to coach clients on using language and thought patterns to influence personal outcomes.
Meredith is based in Santa Barbara, California, but often returns to Costa Rica, where she spent four transformative years building a home in an ex-pat community. There, she continues to offer self-defense workshops and situational awareness seminars, serving a vibrant international community of ex-pats and travelers.
When she isn’t teaching or coaching, Meredith enjoys live music, beach life, and spending time with her family, embracing the natural beauty of the coast and the balance it brings to her life.
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