D-M Airmen learn to say 'no' with self defense

by 1st Lt. Mary Pekas
355th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

4/22/2009 - DAVIS-MONTHAN AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz. (ACCNS) -- "Never be outside alone at night."

"Always be aware of your surroundings."

"Try to avoid trouble."

Many people have heard these cautionary tips in some form or another. In general, following these mantras of vigilance is an effective way to preserve one's personal safety. But what happens when basic cautious behavior isn't enough?

Fifteen members of the Davis-Monthan community learned skills to answer that question here at the Benko Fitness Center April 17.

Instructors from Ultima Self Defense & Fitness in Tucson taught a free, one-hour self-defense class as part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, sponsored by the 355th Fighter Wing Sexual Assault Response Coordinator.
 
Read the entire article at http://www.acc.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123145676.