Personal Self Defense (Second Half)

Catalog description

Students will learn how to defend themselves, and others, from bodily harm against hostile actions. They will learn how to use reasonable force, avoiding injury, and how to overcome their aggressor/aggressors. The course is designed for all students and they will be provided with in-depth knowledge about Self Defense. Students will expand their knowledge about pressure points, identify Self Defense techniques acceptable by Ohio State Law and the policies of CWRU, develop skills in preventative and situational awareness, develop attack skills, falling safety, escape techniques and safe training practices. Furthermore, students will gain knowledge, needed to avoid being victimized by assailants. Training methods will be used to challenge students both physically and mentally. It will strengthen the student to deal with confrontations under stressful conditions. Counts as a Half-Semester Wellness/Non-movement course. Prereq: Undergraduate degree seeking student.