Best self-defense class for women in DC?

[Anonymous]

I've had this on my to-do list for years now and want to tick it off this summer. Just not sure if some classes out there are better than others. Anyone take a class that you believe was very worth your while?

[Anonymous]

http://www.yelp.com/topic/washington-self-defense-class

[Anonymous]

I searched "best womens self defense DC" and got the above link where someone posted the same question in 2009. IM reading now. Looks interesting! Whats this Krav Maga stuff? Im intrigued!!

[Anonymous]

I also came across this which has video testimonials and footage that looks pretty cool.
http://www.dcimpact.org/

Thanks for raising the topic OP! I havent thought about this in years, but you got me re-interested!

[Anonymous]

krav maga dc. It is in Chinatown. I also met my husband there

[Anonymous]

I took this 25-hour intensive self-defense class for women through DC Impact with Carol Middleton. It changed my life, gave me the confidence to leave an abusive marriage and work on me. That was 19 years ago, I still feel empowered and can remember several women from my class. We learned each others deepest, darkest secrets and how we process anger. The instructors created profiles regarding our unique histories and setup self-defense scenarios based upon our issues with an instructor who was highly, padded mugging/attacking us. Lots of feedback and support was provided in the class. Lots of instruction, never worried about injury. Through the class, I started thinking about the idea of fighting to the death if ever I was attacked and using my senses to outsmart an attacker. If anything, I find that for me life is about clearly communicating with my voice, my senses, and fearlessly/fearfully weighing my options.

As a result of this class, I am highly observant and aware of my surroundings at all times and I'm no longer willing/able to allow politeness to dominate my reactions when my instincts are cautioning me to trouble, unsafe people & situations. Also, in general I'm more assertive.

I'm considered very nice, but can turn on a dime if I'm fucked with, loved the class.

[Anonymous]

NRA firing range.

[Anonymous]

I've been thinking about how important being able to run fast can be. In addition to getting rid of an attacker, being able to get the heck out of there is key. Im in the best shape of my life strength wise, but if I had to run to save my life, I might not be able to do it.
Overall fitness because that would only enhance anything learned in such a class. Watching the video for the DC based class was pretty inspiring. Those girls look like they can kick some ass! Impressive.

[Anonymous]

For those who took Krav Maga, how strong do you have to be to make it effective? Is it mostly leverage/strategy/speed as opposed to strength?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I took this 25-hour intensive self-defense class for women through DC Impact with Carol Middleton. It changed my life, gave me the confidence to leave an abusive marriage and work on me. That was 19 years ago, I still feel empowered and can remember several women from my class. We learned each others deepest, darkest secrets and how we process anger. The instructors created profiles regarding our unique histories and setup self-defense scenarios based upon our issues with an instructor who was highly, padded mugging/attacking us. Lots of feedback and support was provided in the class. Lots of instruction, never worried about injury. Through the class, I started thinking about the idea of fighting to the death if ever I was attacked and using my senses to outsmart an attacker. If anything, I find that for me life is about clearly communicating with my voice, my senses, and fearlessly/fearfully weighing my options.

As a result of this class, I am highly observant and aware of my surroundings at all times and I'm no longer willing/able to allow politeness to dominate my reactions when my instincts are cautioning me to trouble, unsafe people & situations. Also, in general I'm more assertive.

I'm considered very nice, but can turn on a dime if I'm fucked with, loved the class.

You seem a little crazy. Good luck fighting a bullet.

[Anonymous]

9:59, Krav maga is about using your instincts and strategy. You use what you've got- you will get stronger by taking it and you will be amazed at what you can do using proper form. It is is empowering and fun to see how hard you can punch and kick! Learning self defense is important.

[Anonymous]

10:02 I think you're the same person that calls everyone crazy off the bat. Sounds like a projection.

[Anonymous]

OP here. These are some awesomely bad-ass leads! Thanks everyone. I'll be sure to report back.

[Anonymous]

Check out www.streetsmartselfdefense.com realistic and practical! Actual escape not just hitting someone 50 times subject to liability after you should be escaping!

[Anonymous]

please check out Defend Yourself at www.defendyourself.org. This came up once before on this list and one of the moms wrote a great testimonial about that program.