KNSFHP 1172.02 (1 credit)
Description:
Self Defense for Men is a class that teaches students how to form a basic plan for personal defense. While it is a very physical class learning to handle oneself in a variety of situations, there is a larger focus on mentality and de-escalation tactics to hopefully prevent possible conflict.
During the class students will learn a variety of physical response techniques, grappling techniques, conditioning education for personal defense, learning more about situational awareness, as well as go through scenario training for De-Escalation preparedness.
This is a beginner’s course, no experience necessary.
Prerequisites:
- Limited to men only.
Equipment (students must purchase for class):
- Mouth Guard
What you will learn:
- Appropriate knowledge and skills for self-defense
- How to verbally defuse potentially violent encounters
- The ability to defend one’s self after all other possibilities are exhausted
- Safe practices and strategies of self defense
What to expect:
- Basic sparring in most classes
- Written assignments to access knowledge
- Your skills will be evaluated by the instructor
- Active involvement in group discussions
Potential benefits:
- Knowledge of how to defend one’s self in a variety of situations
- Understanding the legality of accelerated use of force and Ohio law concern self-defense
- Confidence
- Physical fitness
- Increased awareness