IMPACT certified instructors have completed over 150 training hours in full force empowerment self-defense. Our instructors are versed in physical, verbal, and sexual abuse and assault awareness and prevention. We are committed to ending violence by sharing IMPACT's empowerment self-defense classes with as many people as possible.Our classes are team-taught by a "Whistle Instructor" and a "Suited Instructor." The Whistle Instructor demonstrates physical and verbal techniques, facilitates group discussions, models how to fight back against a mock assailant, and coaches students during their practice fights.
The Suited Instructor wears protective gear and plays the role of mock assailant, allowing our students to practice techniques from verbal boundary-setting to full force blows in realistic scenarios.
Admin Staff
Rocio Molina Director
Rocio Molina (she/her) is committed to building thriving and safe communities by increasing access to critical resources. She has worked to empower and uplift entrepreneurs, students, housing advocates, with over a decade of nonprofit management experience. The daughter of immigrant parents, she grew up in Oakland, CA where she was uplifted by community programs, dedicated teachers and her parent’s commitment to education. She received her Bachelor’s in Political Science from Stanford University in 2008, and completed her Master’s in Governance and Policy from McGeorge School of Law in 2023.
Alanna Sullivan, Program Director
Alanna (she/her) is thrilled to bring her experience in group facilitation, violence prevention, and outdoor education as she transitions into the position of Program Director at IMPACT Bay Area. As a devoted mother of two and an engaged community member, Alanna blends her deep connection to the natural world with a fervent dedication to instigating positive transformations within individuals and communities alike. Her multifaceted training spans conflict management, non-violent crisis intervention, Shotokan Karate, group facilitation, and nature-based skills. Outside of work, you will find Alanna alongside her two children and dog, embarking on adventures in the wilderness to cultivate profound connections to both self and place.
Emma Goldhoff, Program Coordinator
Emma (they/she) is a Social Work student who is passionate about empowerment! Emma brings experience from previous roles that take a trauma-informed approach to meeting the needs of survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, and focus on building safer communities through advocacy and education. Outside of IMPACT and school, Emma loves to climb outdoors and in the gym, and enjoys cooking delicious and nutritious meals!
Nathan Marken, Administrative Manager
Nathan (he/him) brings a diverse administrative background to IMPACT Bay Area, having extensive experience in the fields of property management and higher education. Nathan holds a Masters degree in Music Performance and also sings professionally with The Kinsey Sicks, an internationally-recognized Dragapella® quartet of which Nathan is also a Managing Partner. He is committed to bringing creative solutions to meeting IMPACT Bay Area's mission of empowerment and ending gender-based violence. Nathan is also a supporter of the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition and has served with the Queer Chorus of San Francisco's Board of Directors since 2009 and is a past-Treasurer.
