STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — After decades of practicing Vadha Kempo Karate and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Jennifer Burke wanted to provide a space where women and girls could develop martial arts skills and learn ...

Violence against women is a problem we don’t talk about enough—until it hits someone we know. But the numbers already tell ...

If you want to protect yourself in real-world situations, the best martial arts for self-defence are those that combine practical striking, grappling, and situational awareness. Krav Maga focuses on ...

This story was first published by LOOKOUT, an investigative nonprofit news organization covering Arizona’s LGBTQ+ communities. April Gendill never thought she would be the kind of person to pick up a ...

Personal safety has become a growing concern in today’s world, and many people are looking for practical ways to protect themselves. While learning self-defense techniques is important, having ...

The word “ohana” means family in Hawaiian. For a newly formed nonprofit in Vancouver, it’s more than just a word. It’s a mission to empower women through self-defense. Formed in August 2024, Ohana ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - After a viral video of a young woman with special needs being beaten in Wahiawa outraged the community, professional fighters are coming together to teach keiki how to ...

Though violent crime rates have dipped both nationwide and in New Orleans, self defense experts say sharpening the senses and practicing strength training are still important tools for staying safe.

Barbara Haynes and her 13-year-old granddaughter attend a self-defense class on the reservation of the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians. A group of 10 Wabanaki women stand in a circle in the rec room ...

The Wilmington Police Department is now accepting applications for its next Women’s Self-Defense Class.