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mislabeled
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Location: N-Sno Joined: Thu Oct 3, 2013 Posts: 4015
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UPDATE: It looks like these classes are now rotating through several Sno-Isle library locations. If Stanwood isn't convenient, you might see if a library closer to you has added the class to its schedule. Or check the full event schedule for all Sno-Isle locations here -- https://sno-isle.libnet.info/events----- There will be a 2-hour class for girls 11-18 years old on self-defense at the Stanwood library on Sept. 19. Looks like it will include some hands-on skills along with tips on improving situational awareness and avoiding confrontations. Appears to be free but registration is required and as of now only 15 seats remain. https://sno-isle.libnet.info/event/850270I have no affiliation, just saw a notice about it somewhere. If you have a young girl in your clan, this might be a good chance to boost her ability (and confidence) to handle scary situations without having her ignore you while you try to teach her yourself. Girls only, 11-18 years old only.
_________________ "Hmmm. I've been looking for a way to serve the community that incorporates my violence." -- Leela
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Wed Aug 22, 2018 8:58 am |
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Arisaka
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Location: Tacoma Joined: Sat May 4, 2013 Posts: 6196
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While some training is better than none, I do get concerned that a student will think they can protect themselves after a one day class. That is very unlikely.
Hopefully the students will complete this class and then go on to get 3-4 years of practical self defense training, including sparring with others. Like most things, there are no shortcuts.
Having said that, I hope lots of people attend your class, and gain an enduring interest in unarmed self defense
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Wed Aug 22, 2018 11:57 am |
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mislabeled
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Location: N-Sno Joined: Thu Oct 3, 2013 Posts: 4015
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This isn't my class. I have nothing to do with it. I don't teach anything to anyone. I don't even go to the Stanwood library. I saw the notice for it posted online and shared it in case a member here was interested in it for their own daughter/niece/whatever.
_________________ "Hmmm. I've been looking for a way to serve the community that incorporates my violence." -- Leela
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Wed Aug 22, 2018 12:24 pm |
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quantsuff
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Location: central wa Joined: Mon Mar 21, 2011 Posts: 3552
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mislabeled wrote: This isn't my class. I have nothing to do with it. I don't teach anything to anyone. I don't even go to the Stanwood library. I saw the notice for it posted online and shared it in case a member here was interested in it for their own daughter/niece/whatever. Thank you!
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Wed Aug 22, 2018 1:38 pm |
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MadPick
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Location: Renton, WA Joined: Sun Mar 13, 2011 Posts: 51919
Real Name: Steve
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mislabeled wrote: I don't teach anything to anyone. This smells like bullshit.... But the class sounds awesome. Thanks for posting!
_________________SteveBenefactor Life Member, National Rifle AssociationLife Member, Second Amendment FoundationPatriot & Life Member, Gun Owners of AmericaLife Member, Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear ArmsLegal Action Supporter, Firearms Policy CoalitionMember, NAGR/NFGRPlease support the organizations that support all of us.Leave it cleaner than you found it.
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Wed Aug 22, 2018 4:49 pm |
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NWGunner
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Location: South Seattle Joined: Thu May 2, 2013 Posts: 12419
Real Name: Steve
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Great posting this! While quality and quantity is always subjective, almost any exposure to the reality of potential threats, and the need for some aspect of self-reliance is good. Hopefully the instructor, or assistants, have avenues for additional learning, and...the participants, or parents, will see their own need for additional instruction. Knowledge is power.
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Wed Aug 22, 2018 6:03 pm |
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mislabeled
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Location: N-Sno Joined: Thu Oct 3, 2013 Posts: 4015
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Bumping (and OP updated) because other Sno-Isle library locations are also starting to host this class. Link to full event schedule for all Sno-Isle locations -- https://sno-isle.libnet.info/events
_________________ "Hmmm. I've been looking for a way to serve the community that incorporates my violence." -- Leela
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Fri Nov 16, 2018 10:32 am |
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quantsuff
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Location: central wa Joined: Mon Mar 21, 2011 Posts: 3552
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Anything that promotes situational awareness and gets kid's heads out of a screen and on a swivel is worth trying, IMO.
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Fri Nov 16, 2018 10:38 am |
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jorgeu
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Joined: Tue Aug 22, 2017 Posts: 631
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situational awareness: oh no! I'm in king county... I must... move... north
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Fri Nov 16, 2018 12:57 pm |
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