self defense
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Athens-Clarke County
Damsel in Defense Director, ACC Detective Share Tips to Keep Local Residents Safe
Christy Dove is a former firefighter who has dedicated her livelihood to educating women on how to stay safe in Northeast Georgia. Dove, director for Damsel in Defense, said the organization’s mission is to equip, empower and educate women to protect themselves and their families. She said being situationally aware,…
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Health
Local Organizations Teach Self-Defense
Knowing a few simple moves can keep you safe from an attack. American Black Belt Academy director Randy McElwee and S.A.F.E. women’s self-defense program coordinator Lindsey Fields teach women how to protect themselves from attacks. If you want to learn some techniques, the American Black Belt Academy has a training…
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Northeast Georgia News
Self-Defense Classes at Oconee Crossfit
By Adriana Vicuna Crossfire Oconee is offering a self-defense class this Friday for people interested in learning how to protect themselves. The class will be held at Crossfit Oconee located in Watkinsville, Ga. Coach Samantha Murray says young people have shown interest in wanting to know how to effectively defend themselves.…
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Northeast Georgia News
Learn to Protect Yourself from an Attacker
By Madison Keiger Last week, a female UGA student was attacked from behind while walking on the Greenway. Last night, a woman was reportedly punched by a male while on Clayton Street in downtown Athens. These incidents remind us to always be aware of our surroundings. S.A.F.E., A Women’s Self Defense Program promotes this…