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Self-Defense Class

  • Parkersburg YMCA 1800 30th Street Parkersburg, WV, 26101 United States (map)

Want to learn to defend yourself? Learn basic self-defense strategies and techniques in our Self-Defense Class with S.H.Kang's Tae Kwon Do. Instructors will discuss, demonstrate, and work with participants to properly apply the techniques.

Classes will be Sunday, July 11th, 18th and 25th. Classes will be split into two sessions:

  • 1:00 - 2:00 PM: ages 5-12

  • 2:00 - 3:00 PM: ages 13+

In the first session, kids will learn steps to handle a bullying situation and how to protect themselves from an adult. In the second session, adults will learn how to defend against an attacker in a variety of settings. Physical activity will not be strenuous.

For parents interested in taking the adult classes, free Child Watch will be available for children ages newborn to 12.

DATES: Sunday, July 11th, 18th, & 25th

TIMES: 1:00 - 2:00 PM (ages 5-12) & 2:00 - 3:00 PM (13+)

AGES: Ages 5+

COST: $24 for Members | $30 Non-members

*Price includes all 3 classes

Have questions?

Contact Criss Welshans, Program Director, at (304) 485-5585 ext. 223 or criss.welshans@parkersburgymca.org.


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