Empowerment Self-Defense

830 N. University Ave,Ann Arbor MI 48109-1048

27 January, 2022

Description

Explore the culture of violence and learn practical, effective skills for personal safety. Empowerment self- defense will explore the culture of violence, and teach concrete but practical effective skills for personal safety and physical self defense in a wide variety of contexts. Participants will be able to: understand how situational awareness can deter or prevent an attack.use verbal skills for assertive communication.evade and set boundaries (verbal & physical).use practical options to make ourselves more comfortable when uncomfortable situations occur.recognize and interrupt unwanted behavior when in social situations, interpersonal/intimate relationships as well as interactions with strangers.Participants will enroll in one 2-hour session, which will include lecture, discussion, demonstration and practice of physical skills. Instructor: Candace Dorsey, Empowerment Self Defense Program Manager, University of Michigan - Division of Public Safety & Security. Location: Kinesiology Building, 830 N. University Ave, #4600, Ann Arbor, MI PLEASE NOTE: COVID regulations and restrictions are constantly evolving. KCP will update our policies and procedures as needed, and in accordance with University of Michigan's policies. More information can be found on 2021 Campus Maize & BluePrint website. KCP requires participants to complete the ResponsiBLUE screening prior to class. Currently, masks are required indoors and optional outside. FAQs What is the cancellation/refund policy? You may drop the class up to 30 days before the class starts for a refund. In order to obtain a refund, log on to EventBrite and request your refund. Who can enroll in this class? Due to updated COVID guidelines, the class is only available to currently enrolled U-M students, U-M faculty and staff. What if I've already enrolled and I'm not a U-M student, faculty, or staff? Please request a refund thru Eventbrite. Who can I contact with any questions? Kerry Winkelseth Director, Kinesiology Community Programs [email protected] 734.647.2708 830 N. University Ave, # 4125 Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1048   For more than three decades, the U-M School of Kinesiology has offered community programs for Southeastern Michiganders at all stages of life. We're proud to serve our neighbors through educational and motivational programs that inspire healthy and active lifestyles.