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Self Defense

Women's

Self Defense Class

"Training For Life!"

 

 

 

 Your Instructor

Patricia (Pat) Pearce

- In 1970, started studies of Self-Defense by learning Chinese Martial Art’s principles through a reality based adaptation method developed by her first instructor, Dr. David D. Rix.

- In 1980 expanded into the studies of Tai Chi Chuan and Chi Kung under the guidance of Gary Smith, Prof. John (Bing-Yang) Li, and Dr. John (Wan Yuin) Chang.

- Approved as an instructor of marital arts and self-defense by the Maryland State Board of Higher Education.

- Pat has given talks on radio and TV. Has taught at Baltimore County Police Academy, Baltimore County Auxiliary Police (refined training; women’s division), Kernan Hospital Spinal Injury Division, numerous hospitals, corporations, and colleges, the Chesapeake Knife Show, local girl scout troops, Park School, Garrison Forest School for Girls, etc.

- She has participated in seminars with: the Late Grandmaster Fu Zhong Wen (Tai Chi Broad Sword), Late Grandmaster T.T. Liang (Tai Chi Chuan), Adam Hsu (Chinese bodyguard systems), Dr. Yang Jwing Ming (,Chin-na & Tai Chi Chuan) Jane Yao (Hou Style Push hands, Lily Lau (Eagle Claw), Master Mok Poi On (Wing Chun), Jimmy Wong (Tai Chi push hands, Glen Doyle (Irish Stick Fighting), Master Pan Qing Fu, Chun Man Sit (push-hand & standing push hands), Qiang Ya Liang, Paul Gallager (5 animals exercises) and others.

 

 

 

Introduction to Personal Protection.

Not knowing your options is not the same as not having any. This class will introduce you to those major skills that are needed to identify and avoid dangerous situations and/or assist you during a physical altercation. It will include helpful hints, and cover the importance of the stability and mobility concept.

 Striking.

 This class will cover body targeting with basic strikes, their proper body alignment in using them to maximize their effectiveness on an attacker and help to minimize any damage to yourself.

 Everyday Items.

  You are never defenseless. Learn about the great equalizers that are constantly at your finger tips during your everyday activities. Any object can help assist you in your escape when it comes to protecting yourself against a larger more aggressive attacker.

 UNDERSTANDING GRABS & LOCKS.

(11/5)

 Most women are attacked with a grab, first. Learn the simple strategies of escaping grabs. Learn the advantages and disadvantages of various body locks.

 falling & Balance Manipulation.

 11/12

  Learn how to minimize your injuries from a fall by learning the best way to manipulate your body as you fall. Understand the rudiments of balance to enhance your stability and hamper your attackers mobility.

 Walk-ins Welcome- Join in at anytime  

Classes are $25/class

or 5 weeks for $100

Student Rates $20/class or

 $75 for 5 weeks

For Family & Group Rates Please

Call

(410)877-2633

 

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2315 Belair Road
Fallston, MD 21047

ph: 410-877-2633

scott@swingtime.biz