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Wen Do Women's Self Defence Weekend Course
Wen Do is the longest running self defence organization by and for women in canada. Since 1972, Wen Do has been providing empowerment and self-defence training to thousands of women and girls in canada and in japan.
"This course was great. I came in a little skeptical; it was on the weekend before my first midterms and I didn't know if it would really be worth missing the study time but it WAS.
I am leaving with a sense of empowerment and self worth. I feel confident in my new skills and I feel SAFE! I know how strong I truly am."
The Guelph Resource Centre for Gender Empowerment and Diversity is offering this course at a reduced rate to women and girls (10+) of all abilities thanks in part to the support of the Student Services Fund. This course is part of GRCGED's ongoing effort to challenge gendered violence in our community.
If the $35 charge is a barrier to you accessing this course, please get in touch via email to inquire about further subsidies.
Physical techniques in this course are designed to be effective against larger, physically stronger attackers. They include blocks, strikes, releases from holds (arm holds, body holds, chokes, hair grabs, and situations where one is pinned to the ground), defences against weapons, and defences against more than one attacker. Women do not need to be physically fit to learn Wen-Do; we teach women to use their bodies as they are, and our instructors are trained to offer alternative techniques and strategies to women with physical limitations or disabilities.
Verbal self-defence strategies examined in the class include calming, reasoning, negotiating, distracting, surprising or confronting an attacker, depending on the situation. We also look at the most effective ways of calling on bystanders, if any, for help.
Discussion topics include sexual assault; relationship abuse; harassment; self-defence and the law; and safety awareness in a variety of situations (at home, work, or school; at parties or on dates; on the street, highway, or public transit; and while travelling). We also offer our students information on many community resources such as rape crisis centres, women's shelters, legal services, and more.
"I did four years of tae kwon do but now I actually feel more confident in my ability to defend myself."
"I have worked in the field.... and feel happy and privileged and honoured that many women and girls are getting the information delivered in this (Wen-Do) course. It is up to date, valuable and life affirming."
Spark your sass, kick some ass and take a class!
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LocationUniversity of Guelph (View)
University Centre, University of Guelph, 50 Stone Road
Guelph, ON N1G 2W1
Canada
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| Minimum Age: 10 |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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