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Self Defense Club
PHOTO BY BURT ANES
A disabling grip is demonstrated on an instructor during the Self Defense Club training class.
By Fred Warman data is available), it would be naïve to is absolutely no fighting or martial
believe crime never happens here. As the arts practiced. Instructors teach
The Self Defense Club (SDC) is population in Central Texas continues to components from karate which are
unique in that it is more like a grow, so too do opportunities for criminal suitable for seniors.
“school” than a “service, sport and/ activity. No matter where you live, the
or social club,” yet the social element and best thing you can do as an individual is – The techniques taught are tailored to
fun are also part of the SDC experience. to be prepared. accommodate the physical limitations
The primary goals of the club are to help of each student.
its members develop an awareness of The appeal and strength of the Self
possible dangerous situations, know how Defense Club lies in its experienced, – Training is non-combative with no
to avoid them and be prepared to escape resident volunteer instructors. Chief significant physical contact, though
and/or effectively defend themselves if Instructor Ed Donnelly has nine black laughing is abundant!
necessary. belts in different styles of martial arts and
is a member of the Martial Arts Hall of – Students must join the SDC in order
The SDC was formed one year ago in Fame. Instructor Jackie Minze is trained to register for training. Semi-annual
response to a female Sun City resident in Shotokan karate and instructor Roger membership is only $5; class fees are
being attacked in the Georgetown area. Roderick is trained in law enforcement $15 for singles and $25 for couples per
Since its inception, the club has trained defense techniques and PPCT (pressure six week class.
over 50 Sun City residents, including point control tactics). Training classes
residents with Parkinson’s disease. are organized into a series of six weekly – Classes are limited to 18 students.
Members with Parkinson’s disease and sessions held at Cowan Creek every
other significant health challenges receive Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon. Members Treat the SDC “training classes” like
training at no cost. Most students have are taught self-protection techniques that six dance classes held weekly and
taken supplemental classes to move are very effective with little training make room on your calendar. Training
beyond the basics. Classes are also or practice. Of course, practice makes classes exclusively for a specific club or
available to members who require the perfect, and continued training will help neighborhood are also available to provide
use of a cane; canes are great defensive improve technique. a more enjoyable experience among
weapons. a common group of friends. The club
Here are important facts about the SDC: leadership’s overriding goal is to equip as
Though FBI crime data consistently many residents as possible with effective
ranks Georgetown among the top 50 – The SDC training style is friendly self defense skills!
safest towns in Texas (it was #27 in and conducted with a fellow member
2014, the most recent year for which FBI under instructor supervision. There For more information contact Fred at
[email protected], Jackie at jdmze@
92 | SUNRAYS JUNE 2016 aol.com, Ed at [email protected] or Roger
at [email protected].
ONLINE: SCTEXAS.ORG
