The Women's Self-Defense
and Empowerment Group
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Articles and Testimonials
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The Ten Basic Principles of Women's Self-Defense.
Often times women hear about self-defense and they might have mixed reactions. (read more)
Self-Defense and Empowement in Every Woman's Life.
These are great times for women to be out in the hustle and bustle of this fast-paced world. (read more)
An Empowered Woman and the Survival Mindset.
“Survival of the fittest” is a saying as old as written time. (read more)
Rape: Could it Happen to me?
In 2006, according to the FBI, there were 92,455 reported rapes nationwide. (read more)
Identity Theft; It May Have Already Happened to You
According to the FBI, an estimated 500,00 to 700,00 Americans are victims of identity theft each year. (read more)
Halloween Safety Check List
Children are more likely to suffer from choking, trip/fall and traffic injuries during Halloween. The costume you choose for your little Princes or Prince may cost them their lives. (read more and share)
Holiday Shopping and Home Safety Checklist
The holidays should be a magical time for the whole family. Yet each year, hospital emergency rooms treat about 8700 people for injuries, such as falls, cuts and shocks, related to holiday lights, decorations and Christmas trees. (read more)
Testimonials
"Jodie King provided us with an effective first exposure to the theory and practice of self defense for women. I was pleased to have Jodie introduce my teenage daughter to this important aspect of personal safety, and hope to continue our training with her. The instruction was clear and well thought-out, and Jodie was patient and supportive. I highly recommend Jodie King and her women's self defense training."
Susan
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Dear Jodie,
I would like to take the time to thank you for the great and informative class that you recently held in my home.
My daughter, niece and I gained real knowledge through the hands on training and being able to have you come to us made the class even more convenient. The class was very workable within my living room as the skills session did not need much room to perform. We appreciate your professionalism and dedication to the safety of women!
Thank you again,
Sincerely,
V. Cates
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