Self Defense for Women - Different From Men's Martial Arts?

[ihmftj...@yahoo.com]

Are you offended that some people make a distinction between women's
self defense and men's self defense? For some reason men's martial
arts is often thought of as the study of a complete system, that can
get very advanced. A total martial-arts experience. On the other hand,
self defense classes for women are thought to cover only the basics. A
bunch of women learning to kick at the groin.
I don't know about you, but I don't accept these stereotypes. They are
not part of my martial reality....
Don't you think that martial arts, whether a men's class, a mixed
class, or a class for women should be practical? All of those classes
should focus on practical application, wouldn't you agree?
Note: My goals in the martial arts are about staying safe, defending
my loved ones against the meanies out there. If it's not practical,
then I won't practice it over and over.

Both classes should focus on what works in real self-defense
situations. Of course, martial artists who compete should spend time
on the artificial -- sparring according to rules. Still, both classes
should emphasize the practical....

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