DEFEND - Practical Self-Defense for Everyday Life

Join us for a half-day or full-day seminar where you will learn reality-based self-defense skills to become your own best defense. DEFEND - Practical Self-Defense for Everyday Life Available as a Half-Day or Full-Day Seminar Whether you're looking to increase your confidence, improve your personal safety, or learn practical self-defense skills, DEFEND provides hands-on training designed for real-world situations. This interactive course is open to males and females ages 12 and up and of all fitness levels. You'll learn simple, effective techniques that anyone can use while developing greater awareness, confidence and the ability to respond under stress. Half-Day Experience Learn powerful, easy to remember striking techniques using proper body mechanics to generate maximum effectiveness regardless of size or strength. Participants will gain confidence with hands-on practice while learning when and how to use physical force appropriately. Topics include: Situational awareness, personal safety strategies, verbal boundary setting, effective striking techniques, target selection, power generation, pad-work and partner drills. Full-Day Experience Continue building skills with practical escape and survival techniques for common real-world attacks. The afternoon session focuses on creating opportunities to escape safely from grabs, holds, and other physical assaults while emphasizing decision-making under stress. Additional topics include: Escaping wrist grabs, bear hugs, chokes, ground survival fundamentals, multiple escape strategies and a personal safety mindset. • Class open to males and females ages 12 and over. • Half Day Class (9:30am-noon), Full Day Class (9:30am-3:30pm) • Class will break for lunch • Waiver must be signed to participate • Refunds available up to 7 days before class. Eventbrite Fees are not refundable