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Under a year ago, self-defense was a concept in my mind and not at all a reality in my world. In fact, training wasn't even on my radar. Then, on a random day last April, it dawned on me that if I were ever in a real situation of threat, I wouldn't know what to do in order to save myself. Sure, I would fight someone off with the best of my ability because it's in me to survive. But, I had no real skills to do so and in response to realizing that I began to look for a means to learn.

From the very first visit to the Training Center (NJ) I knew I'd found what it was I was looking for. And, in the months it's been since I committed to training, I've gained a solid set of defense skills and the confidence of knowing how to put them into action. In addition, the benefits of training have extended far beyond the actual classes I attend. The physical rewards of a more healthy body, toned muscles, mental clarity and even a Zen-like state as a result of mind and body working together, have all become a part of my reality because I chose to learn self-defense.

When I first started training I could hardly hit the pads and even warm-up exercises had me fatigued. It was less than easy, but knowing that the result was worthy of the effort, I continued to show up for classes. Now, in working with new women who've joined us, I recognize where I've come from. In looking over progress I've made so far, I see even more clearly how important self-defense training is. I used to hit like a girl. Now, I defend myself. 

I've found satisfaction with the results of my efforts and with each training session I am getting stronger and better equipped to protect myself. While training is not effortless, it is essential. I believe strongly that learning to protect oneself should be a part of every woman's life, for the practical skill-set and also for the benefits that come as part of the package. I am grateful to have chosen to learn self-defense, which is now a real and satisfying part of my world.