self-defense class
Personal protection course
A self-defense class is instruction in techniques for protecting oneself from physical attack.
Classes typically teach awareness, escape tactics, and basic strikes or holds.
The term covers everything from community workshops to formal martial arts training: She took a self-defense class after moving to the city.
Also called self-defense course.
- martial artsCodified fighting systems
- kickFoot-delivered strike
- groin kickStrike to pelvic region
- palm strikeBlow with open hand
- punchStrike with fist
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- self-defensemartial arts, karate, pepper spray, reasonable force, blocking
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- school safetyschool safety, lockdown, lockdown drill, safe schools, fire drill
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