Women's Self Defense Class

This free, 2-hour class for high school students and adults is taught by John Kotch, a black belt instructor in Isshin-Ryu Karate The class is designed for women to learn how to protect themselves when faced with uncomfortable situations and how to avoid them in the first place. The instruction will include techniques used in Isshin-Ryu karate (known as a street, self-defense style based upon survival tactics) as well as those utilized by various martial arts styles, military and law enforcement personnel. The following will be covered: improving self-awareness; hand and foot techniques; hold-breaks, ground techniques and basic weapons defense.

The following will be covered:

• improving self-awareness
• hand and foot techniques
• hold-breaks
• ground techniques
• basic weapons defense.

Participants are encouraged to practice the techniques demonstrated, but are also welcome to simply observe if they prefer.

Early Registration is recommended. Call 978-768-7410 or email: awanner@essexpl.org.