Basic Self Defense

A group for all ages and genders to develop self defense techniques. I will be sharing skills acquired over many years, involving techniques that can help you protect yourself against an attacker.

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August 28, 2011 at 1:30 PM, 2 Self Defenders attended
Wristlocks and Choke counters
Please bring water to drink and loose fitting clothing. Also, make your training partner aware of any injuries you might have. I will bring stepping patterns for the 5... Learn more
August 6, 2011 at 2:00 PM, 4 Self Defenders attended
Wrist Escapes - Part 2
They rated it 5.001 (1 ratings)

Continue working on first three techniques, add an additional couple of techniques.
July 31, 2011 at 1:15 PM, 7 Self Defenders attended
Basic Wrist Escapes
They rated it 5.001 (1 ratings)

This will be an overview of three different styles and how each handles control of the wrist. Basically, I will show a few different methods for evading wrist control... Learn more

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Amber joined
October 25, 2011 at 3:16 PM

"Hello, this is something I hope I don't need but would be something I will value."
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Laurie joined
October 25, 2011 at 3:15 PM

"Hello :-) I am Laurie. I look forward to meeting people with similar interest, learning and sharing ideas. Smiles-"
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James started Meetup Schedule.
October 18, 2011 at 1:12 AM

"Hello Self Defenders, I wanted to make you aware of the reason why I have not been scheduling any meetups recently. Due to my schedule and current workload, I'm forced to make sacrifices in what I can do...."

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Gregory Johnson joined
October 18, 2011 at 1:02 AM

"Greetings Sensei; I'm interested in self defense, (martial arts); in college I was enrolled in Okinawan martial arts,Shotokan, I've also had two years of Judo, most of which I've forgotten. I would like to be a student in your class."
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Sue joined
September 25, 2011 at 10:47 PM

"I am looking forward to learning more about your group."
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Flory commented on Wristlocks and Choke counters
August 27, 2011 at 7:48 PM

"James is it possible to reschedule this class, perhaps Thursday?"

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Sydney joined
August 27, 2011 at 12:23 PM

"Hi. I am very interested in self defense and believe it's an important skill to learn especially as you get older and become more independent."
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James RSVPed Yes for Wristlocks and Choke counters
August 20, 2011 at 6:51 PM

Aug '11 28

Wristlocks and Choke counters
Sunday 1:30 PM
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A former member commented on Wrist Escapes - Part 2
August 4, 2011 at 4:54 PM

"I would love to attend this but i will be climbing The Brothers. When is the next MeetUp?"

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Flory RSVPed Yes for Wrist Escapes - Part 2
August 2, 2011 at 7:30 PM

Aug '11 6

Wrist Escapes - Part 2
Saturday 2:00 PM at Clark Lake Park