Since SHIELD training is unique, student's perspectives are
helpful in describing the training.
helpful in describing the training.
"I wasn't expecting the class to be such a workout, but I really enjoyed it. We started by
meditating to relax and to clear our minds. Then we practiced stances that kept us
balanced and grounded. We learned how to switch our footing and move forward and
backward quickly without losing our balance. Next, we practiced elbow strikes...Then
we added a knee kick to the elbow strikes... The last part of class included learning how
to get out of a choke hold and a wrist grab. This was my favorite part of the class
because I felt I was learning something extremely useful... I learned that as a woman, I
shouldn't be afraid to hurt someone in order to protect myself. I also learned that my
voice can be just as powerful as my body. I felt empowered after class and I am excited
for next week. I told my friends all about the moves I learned and how fun it was. Even
though my muscles were sore after class, I expect to be more self confident and to feel
more powerful after these seven weeks are over."
- Yvette (Woodbury University)
"My first class was a total workout. I never expected it to be like that. I thought we were
gonna yell NO!!!, and learn a couple of different ways to fight. Including kicking of the
crotch, and other typical things you think of when you are attacked by a man. I'm very
glad it's not like that. The class surprised me when we learned very different ways to
defend and fight... I was definitely sweating like I was working out. I know my
classmates were feeling the same way. What we learned was how to defend ourselves
in close situations and how to hurt someone when they are attacking you in a close
range.... from the first class I at least know some things I would have never known
otherwise. It is such a scary topic but its something that every woman should know.
Women should be more open to take this class because it could help them in a tough
situation."
- Debbie (Woodbury University)
"I want to thank you for giving of your time to teach and inspire our women. They truly,
truly enjoyed the class. I showed some pictures and short clips at church today. I
hope we can touch base to see what we may be able to do, especially with the youth in
the area."
- Domingo (Winds of Hope Ministries)
"I would like to say thank you very much for the training you provided for us on Sat at
All Saints. I think I speak for all the women in saying that you were very informative and
tought us well. The course that you taught and the way that you taught it was very well
done. I appreciated you taking your time for us. Thank you and look forward to seeing
you again."
- Danielle (All Saint Church)
"I just wanted to thank you for one of the most empowering days of my life. Thank you
so much for what you do to protect women and young girls. May God bless you and all
of your endeavors."
- Vivian (All Saint Church)
"I think your technique and your attitude are wonderful, and I wish for many, if not all,
women to learn to stand up for themselves. Hopefully, we will never need it. But, it is
important to know should the need arise. Thank you for everything!"
- Kathie (FOX Studios)
"You have a very gentle touch and yet the lessons are about as real and tough as can
be!"
- Lynn (FOX Studios)
Participants and our staff were very pleased with the way you presented the class.
We are most definitely having you back. I am pushing so that we can have you two
days instead of one, I don’t think it will be a problem. Thank you again for coming!
- Dalia (Amanecer Community Counseling Services)
"It was super fun yesterday. Thank you very much!"
- Faz
"What you're teaching is so useful, especially when I am in the plane. If attacks are to
occur they will be in close quarters. What I'm learning from you is perfect! I had lots of
fun! Thank you."
- Sally
"Thank you for working with us and for providing this fantastic information! A very
empowering course."
- Maureen (Pepperdine School of Law)
"The class opened my eyes to see what I’m capable of doing with my own self defense
mechanisms which are my arms, elbows, and legs. At first I did not know what to
expect, but now I see that there are different ways that I can protect myself and kick
some butt.... This class does not only teach me how to protect myself physically, but
mentally as well. One of the scariest things for a female is to be attacked when it is least
expected and have no clue what to do in that instant. However, this class is also
teaching us how to control our mind. As I’m learning how to use my legs as my
foundation and focus on what I have to do, everything else will come naturally and I’ll
be able to get out of a situation. I really feel that this class will make a huge impact on
my life and hopefully it will too to others, because nowadays there are crazy people
everywhere and they are on the lookout ready to attack."
- Claudia
meditating to relax and to clear our minds. Then we practiced stances that kept us
balanced and grounded. We learned how to switch our footing and move forward and
backward quickly without losing our balance. Next, we practiced elbow strikes...Then
we added a knee kick to the elbow strikes... The last part of class included learning how
to get out of a choke hold and a wrist grab. This was my favorite part of the class
because I felt I was learning something extremely useful... I learned that as a woman, I
shouldn't be afraid to hurt someone in order to protect myself. I also learned that my
voice can be just as powerful as my body. I felt empowered after class and I am excited
for next week. I told my friends all about the moves I learned and how fun it was. Even
though my muscles were sore after class, I expect to be more self confident and to feel
more powerful after these seven weeks are over."
- Yvette (Woodbury University)
"My first class was a total workout. I never expected it to be like that. I thought we were
gonna yell NO!!!, and learn a couple of different ways to fight. Including kicking of the
crotch, and other typical things you think of when you are attacked by a man. I'm very
glad it's not like that. The class surprised me when we learned very different ways to
defend and fight... I was definitely sweating like I was working out. I know my
classmates were feeling the same way. What we learned was how to defend ourselves
in close situations and how to hurt someone when they are attacking you in a close
range.... from the first class I at least know some things I would have never known
otherwise. It is such a scary topic but its something that every woman should know.
Women should be more open to take this class because it could help them in a tough
situation."
- Debbie (Woodbury University)
"I want to thank you for giving of your time to teach and inspire our women. They truly,
truly enjoyed the class. I showed some pictures and short clips at church today. I
hope we can touch base to see what we may be able to do, especially with the youth in
the area."
- Domingo (Winds of Hope Ministries)
"I would like to say thank you very much for the training you provided for us on Sat at
All Saints. I think I speak for all the women in saying that you were very informative and
tought us well. The course that you taught and the way that you taught it was very well
done. I appreciated you taking your time for us. Thank you and look forward to seeing
you again."
- Danielle (All Saint Church)
"I just wanted to thank you for one of the most empowering days of my life. Thank you
so much for what you do to protect women and young girls. May God bless you and all
of your endeavors."
- Vivian (All Saint Church)
"I think your technique and your attitude are wonderful, and I wish for many, if not all,
women to learn to stand up for themselves. Hopefully, we will never need it. But, it is
important to know should the need arise. Thank you for everything!"
- Kathie (FOX Studios)
"You have a very gentle touch and yet the lessons are about as real and tough as can
be!"
- Lynn (FOX Studios)
Participants and our staff were very pleased with the way you presented the class.
We are most definitely having you back. I am pushing so that we can have you two
days instead of one, I don’t think it will be a problem. Thank you again for coming!
- Dalia (Amanecer Community Counseling Services)
"It was super fun yesterday. Thank you very much!"
- Faz
"What you're teaching is so useful, especially when I am in the plane. If attacks are to
occur they will be in close quarters. What I'm learning from you is perfect! I had lots of
fun! Thank you."
- Sally
"Thank you for working with us and for providing this fantastic information! A very
empowering course."
- Maureen (Pepperdine School of Law)
"The class opened my eyes to see what I’m capable of doing with my own self defense
mechanisms which are my arms, elbows, and legs. At first I did not know what to
expect, but now I see that there are different ways that I can protect myself and kick
some butt.... This class does not only teach me how to protect myself physically, but
mentally as well. One of the scariest things for a female is to be attacked when it is least
expected and have no clue what to do in that instant. However, this class is also
teaching us how to control our mind. As I’m learning how to use my legs as my
foundation and focus on what I have to do, everything else will come naturally and I’ll
be able to get out of a situation. I really feel that this class will make a huge impact on
my life and hopefully it will too to others, because nowadays there are crazy people
everywhere and they are on the lookout ready to attack."
- Claudia
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