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Women’s Self Defense Program

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The Midwest Academy of United Martial Arts Women’s Self Defense Program offers the finest in teaching effective self-defense moves, assertiveness skills and mental awareness strategies surrounding assault and domestic violence situations. Instruction will focus on simple, yet effective movements that use the strengths on a woman’s body against the weaknesses on an assailant’s body.

The class is not like most programs offered today that lack the understanding of the dynamics of your attacker’s strength. When your attacker gets a hold of you, it’s simply not a pleasant feeling. Getting out of it is not so easy, and yes, what you learn in the Academy will work for anyone. If you have ever been a victim, you understand fully about what I am talking about.

Muggers and rapists typically prey on women who often transmit their vulnerability. They size you up because you fail to project the “walk with a purpose mindset.” The image you project needs to convey one of “stature!” You need to feel good about YOU and walk at a steady pace, back straight, head erect, and appear as if you know where you are going. Above all, understand your environment…watch out for anything out of the ordinary.

If confronted by a stranger who attempts to stop you with a question, answer “Sorry, but I’m running behind on an appointment ” and keep on moving.

Empower yourself to be safer and more confident in your abilities to prevent and handle assault situations!

Women of all abilities are encouraged to attend

If your viewing this page, you are acknowledging the importance of this type of program for yourself or a friend. Stop procrastinating! It’s only one Saturday and a couple of hours of your time….with nothing to lose.

Our Women’s Self Defense/Rape Escape Seminars are guaranteed to have you come back time and time again. Women of all abilities are encouraged to attend.

Don’t say it will never happen to you! That’s a lot of DENIAL! For $30 and three hours of my time, you cannot afford to make excuses. GIVE IT UP!!

Call to set up your personal group session. Minor’s will require parental consent form to be completed at or prior to the event.

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Eddie Granberry
2 years ago
I can't wait to start I spoke to guru David over the phone and he was a nice person I can wait to training fma and silat because I'm trying to protect myself from attackers on the street and learn how destroy the knife hand and defang the snake and disable the attacker but what I'm looking for Is friendship and kinship among the people there sircon gray recommended me here and that's how I learned about midwest academy of martial arts.
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Cole Peppers
3 years ago
Amazing school. I learn a lot. I’m in kick boxing and everyone is nice and helpful.
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Lee Fantroy
3 years ago
Guru David is a veery knowledgeable instructor combining various forms of martial arts providing an in-depth approach to training.
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Dallas hughes
5 years ago
Awesome environment, great academy, and great instructors. Would 100% recommend coming here.
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Leah P
5 years ago
This is a great place to develop and expand your training in martial arts for anyone at any experience level. Great lessons and a very welcoming atmosphere!
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TheRubberBub
5 years ago
Training and learning under Guro Dave has been a truly fantastic experience. He is very considerate of individual skill level and will make sure anyone, even absolute beginners, feel welcome. I’ve been training here for about eight months and have learned a ton about self defense, situational awareness and even my own personal development. Overall a great place to train!
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Dane Hellriegel
6 years ago
I was a complete beginner to this process and had never practiced martial arts prior to working with Guru Dave and his instructors. Being in my mid-thirties, I was apprehensive about my physical ability with such a demanding program. That being said, I have looked forward to coming to every class. I have learned a tremendous amount and enjoy the continued opportunity to learn more! I highly recommend this place!
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Andrew Bowes
6 years ago
I joined this school recently and am very happy with my decision to do so. Guro David is very knowledgeable and instructive. Everyone that trains here is helpful and friendly. There is a lot to learn and I look forward to every class I attend each week. The school has a wide range of experience levels and is very welcoming to new people. I will be here for a long time!
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Rodrigo
8 years ago
Awesome martial arts school! Everyone is so welcoming and helpful. Guru David has so much knowledge and experience in multiple arts. I think a true blend of arts is the best thing you can find and this is possible at this school because of the vast knowledge that Guru David has, even though you study each art individually. I really look at the group as a family. I learn so much and have so much FUN! I would recommend to anyone out there no matter their experience.
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John Kelly
11 years ago
Love this place! I have been coming here for about a month now and I have nothing but good things to say about it. The class sizes are relatively small with a variety of skill levels from beginners to advanced. Everyone is friendly and eager to help you learn. Guro Dave is amazing, He takes the time to introduce you to everyone and help beginners get acclimated with the basics. I was nervous at first, but after being in that environment for one class I have no problem going back.