SAFE LOVE? EXPERTS TO SHARE SELF-DEFENSE TIPS THURSDAY

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This Valentine’s Day, Mt. Hood’s student government Student Activities (SA) leaders have funded a self-defense workshop, bringing instructors from Krav Maga Self Defense & Fitness to teach students, faculty and staff basic self-defense techniques.

Krav Maga is a tactical, mixed martial art that uses a combination of techniques from boxing, wrestling, judo, jujitsu, and aikido. It was created by the Israeli Army many years ago, for individuals of any size or age to be able to defend themselves from an attacker.

The historical custom on Valentine’s Day is to celebrate love, romance and your special partner; this year, SA wants to promote the idea of self-love, and a great way to do so is by being able to defend yourself from physical attacks.

This event will be hosted from noon to 2 p.m. in the Student Union, geared for any/all genders.

“It will be fun and interactive,” says Shi Wen Wong, Student Activities coordinator. And Valentine’s Day itself will be celebrated: Free roses and cards will be given away, on a first come, first served basis.

Advocate Staff