Self-Defense
Although we don’t like to think about it, violence is an unfortunate fact of life.
Effective self-defense is about agility, attitude, and awareness – three components that reinforce each other.
The stronger and more fit you are, and the quicker your reaction time, the more confident you are that you can react swiftly and creatively to threats – throwing a punch, aiming a kick, running away, or doing whatever it takes.
Confidence generates a “hands-off” attitude that can discourage would-be attackers.
The discipline and focus you develop while getting and staying in shape make you more alert, aware of activity in your immediate environment. That awareness increases your responsiveness to sudden moves, odd sounds, and other “danger cues” that require decisive action.
Disciplines such as tae kwon do and kickboxing teach excellent skills such as kicking and punching that can be applied to staying safe day-to-day.
Self-defense classes focus specifically on practical, simple moves to stave off attacks.
But whatever fitness activity you pursue, take time to think about the practical applications of the coordination, muscle strength and self-esteem you’re gaining.
Remember: ability, attitude and awareness can spell the difference between being a victim and becoming a criminal’s worst nightmare.
Not a hard choice to make.
Wednesday, September 2nd is the first night of Trinity's "Are You Prepared?" 5 week course. We are offering $150 OFF the program. (regular price $399)
We only have 4 spots remaining!
This could very well be the last 5 week course of the year. Don't put your safety on hold. It just may be too late!
Check out a CBS 46 video of Trinity's self-defense program on our website. "Are You Prepared?"
As a Kickboxing Instructor and member of Trinity’s Tae Kwon Do team I have had plenty of experience punching and kicking things (and people). In January 2009 I took “Are You Prepared?” and was reminded of how fighting in a competition is completely different than being prepared to fight in a real life experience. Even after learning effective techniques I remember being very nervous for our “Final Exam,” but because of attentive instructors who made sure each and every participant understood what we were doing and why we did it, I passed the exam and feel more confident and empowered.