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Self Defense Techniques

Protecting The Vulnerable (Part Thirteen)

7 Apr 202514 Apr 2025

We've focused for several months on self defense for the elderly, for blind people, and the deaf. I'd like to move next to another 'vulnerable' group of people - paraplegics.…

35 Years of Favorites

16 Dec 202415 Dec 2024

Grace Martial Arts began 35 years ago as a way to help people interested in learning martial arts and self defense in a Christian environment. As with most beginnings, it…

Promotions in Alabama

21 Oct 202420 Oct 2024

Congratulations to Allen Berry for earning his 2nd Degree Black Belt in Yon Ch'uan Martial Arts. And .. a big thanks to Sensei Mark Fisher for driving all the way…

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A Self-Defense Story

14 Oct 20247 Oct 2024

It's hard to believe that we moved from Tampa, Florida, to Huntsville, Alabama ten years ago. We took the photo above just a few months before moving. The move has…

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Protecting the Vulnerable (Part Eleven)

15 Apr 20248 Apr 2024

I'd like to share a special story with you as we continue our series on 'Protecting the Vulnerable.' Continue reading "Protecting the Vulnerable (Part Eleven)"

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Stop and Drop

8 Apr 20248 Apr 2024

Kicks are a powerful ‘defensive’ weapon for women — as well as for children and men. When I say ‘kicks,’ I mean any part of your leg that can defend…

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Protecting The Vulnerable (Part Nine)

18 Dec 20236 Dec 2023

I LOVE teaching people self defense and martial arts. I love the challenge and the joy. The challenge in teaching is learning how to help each student reach their full…

Protecting The Vulnerable (Part Eight)

9 Oct 20238 Oct 2023

We recently completed a series about teaching elderly people how to defend themselves. Now, we're looking at training people who are blind. You can read the first part here. Continue…

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Protecting The Vulnerable (Part Seven)

14 Aug 202313 Aug 2023

I shared these thoughts at the beginning of our series: I am very concerned about people being able to defend themselves against a physical attack. That’s why I’ve taught self…

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Protecting The Vulnerable (Part Six)

12 Jun 202311 Jun 2023

We've been focusing on self defense for older people in the last few parts of this series about Protecting The Vulnerable. Before we move on to the next group of…