Why Women Should Know Self Defense

Series Summary

Violence against women is something that no one wants to admit. Regardless if you are male or female, the idea that we live in a world where violence is directed toward women is inexcusable. However, the facts are hard to deny, and unfortunately, women are targeted for a variety of violent crimes. The National College Women Sexual Victimization Study estimated that between 1 in 4 college women experience completed or attempted rape during their college years. The study also shows that men tend to be the major perpetrator of violent acts against women. While this sends chills up anyone's spine, it becomes painfully obvious that women have to protect themselves in this world. As women, we have to rise above the fear of experiencing a violent attack, and learn to do something about it. If we let the threat of violent assaults control our emotions, we are giving those aggressors just the thing they are looking for. We have the power to rise above these violent acts. The principle way to do this is to know how to protect ourselves.

In this free video series, Audrey Ronquilo shows you how to defend yourself. She knows what it was like to be a victim of violence against women, and after her encounter, she started to study women's self defense. Audrey wants to impart her knowledge onto you. She shows you some simple verbal tricks for self defense. However, if this doesn't work, Audrey illustrates how and where to inflict the most damage. She will teach you how to get out of a choke and how to block punches. With her advice, you can feel a little bit more at ease when walking the streets. Every girl should learn how to defend herself. There is no excuse. Start learning women's self defense today!

Video Transcript

"One out of every four college women surveyed have been raped or assaulted. So think about that. That means that every 4th person watching this has most likely experienced that serious reality. Hi, I'm Audrey Ronquilo with Expert Village and I'm here to share with you my knowledge about self defense. You know I got into martial arts because in my early college years I was actually physically assaulted and I never wanted to feel that helpless again. In my years being an instructor primarily to women and young children, I've come across and met other women who have been assaulted as well and it's very empowering for me to be able to give them tools so that they can defend themselves in any given situation. It's not about figuring out what ice cream combination you want when you walk into the ice shop, it's about knowing exactly what you're going to do and what you want before you even step into the store. So join me, this is Audrey I'm going to serve you up a power scoop of self defense."