Girl Instinct Self-Defense Workshops & Programs for Schools and Corporate

Best case scenario? They'll never have to use it.

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"Wherever I train, I am invariably one of only a few female seniors. This begs the question: if females are typically targeted in an assault, why aren't more of us armed with at least basic Self-Defense skills?"

-  Sensei Sheryn

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Love what Girl Instinct is about and keen to introduce it to your school or workplace? Sensei Sheryn can bring it to your school (primary or high school) or workplace in the form of a fun-filled Workshop or tailor-made Program.
 

There is nothing quite like martial arts and self-defense to encourage a female to feel powerful and in control. Through martial arts, females learn how to be in their bodies, centre their minds, walk tall and proud - and best of all, discover powerful techniques that could potentially save them. 

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Why Girl Instinct Self-Defense? Apart from Sensei Sheryn's extensive experience in teaching martial arts and self-defense, she quite openly points out two things: firstly, she is a woman, which means that she can empathise with the sense of vulnerability that most women feel. Secondly, Sensei Sheryn is small - which means that she cannot rely on bravado or physical strength in a self-defense situation. Being a small woman is one of her greatest assets as an instructor; it means she is particularly mindful about teaching techniques that are effective for children, young girls and women alike. What she teaches is the cream of the crop in self-defense, taking more than a decade of refinement between herself and her husband, Sensei Ross McDonald.

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Girl Instinct Self-Defense Workshops

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A one-off Girl Instinct Workshop is a fun and engaging introduction to self-defense, whether it's to empower your female students or as a unique vehicle to demonstrate corporate social responsibility towards your female staff. Participants will learn:

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• Essential Safety Tips that every Female Should Know

• The importance of Trusting your Instinct

• The Psychology of an Attacker

• Stages of Prevention

• Effective Strikes that are natural for females

• Vital Areas to Target

• Using your "Invisible Weapon": your Voice

• Disengagements against common Grabs

• Everyday Objects that can be used as Weapons

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Click here for genuine testimonials from High School students and participants from a Workplace (hosted for International Women's Day.)

 

POA. Up to 24 participants for a maximum of two hours.

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Girl Instinct Self-Defense Programs

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After teaching a Workshop at a school, common feedback that Sensei Sheryn receives is, "I wish we had more time." Girl Instinct Programs for Schools are held weekly over a ten-week term, offering a terrific foundation in self-defense and/or karate. In addition to what is covered in the Workshop, more techniques, options and scenarios are explored. Continuity in practice also gives students the opportunity to develop muscle memory and reflexive action - so they can indeed, react instinctively should the situation arise. A Girl Instinct Self-Defense Program is a powerful inclusion in your school curriculum.

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Girl Instinct Programs for Schools offer Certificates of Completion to students who have participated consistently throughout  the term. This is recognised as prior learning by Girl Instinct Karate if students wish to further their martial path with Sensei Sheryn. 

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Corporate Girl Instinct Self-Defense Programs are flexible in frequency and depend on your business' requirements. Whether it's a full day or once weekly for an ongoing period, this fantastic initiative will make your female staff feel valued, heard, respected - and above all, empowered. There's no need to change into gym gear, either; after all, attackers are just as likely to target a woman in a business suit or cocktail dress as they would a female leaving the gym! Corporate Girl Instinct Programs are a powerful and unique way to show corporate social responsibility towards your female staff, and are excellent for team-building.   

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All Girl Instinct Programs have a degree of flexibility and can be tailor-made to your specific needs. Examples include:

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• Boosting confidence and self-esteem

• Increasing focus and awareness

• Qi Gong, meditation and stress management

• Improving fitness (gym gear is needed for this!) 

• Oriental philosophy and wisdom

• Breath control and relaxation

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All of this points to healthier, happier, more confident, balanced and engaged girls and women in our society. So contact Sensei Sheryn today to see how you can empower the girls and women in your life. Best case scenario? They'll never have to use it.

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