Women's Self-Defense Seminar!

Tell your mom, sister, friend, coworker

What: No-frills workshop designed to implement basic life-saving techniques for a variety of situations.

When: Saturday, October 23rd, 2pm-5pm.

Fee: $39

Where: Way of the Dragon, 15227 N. 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85032

Register: Call 602-971-9810

Victim rates of violent crimes have increased throughout the valley. Without warning, a situation can turn from safe to sorry. Women who have even the most basic self defense skills are less likely to become a target of crime.

Learn to:

• Carry yourself so you will not be a weak target


• Defend against a variety of attacks and holds


• Move and strike with great force, no matter how big your attacker is


• Defend against multiple attackers


• Gain control of any bad situation ASAP


• Escape an attack on the ground


• Use everyday items as a lethal weapon


• Get help from others as quick as possible

For more information visit wayofthedragon.com or call 602-971-9810.

5 Steps to a Successful Administrative Professional's Week

During the economic downturn many administrative professionals increased their workload without pay and took on more responsibility in the office.

Here are some tips to show your appreciation for your administrative employees:

• Treat them to a chair massage. We work on-site at a time that is convenient for you and your staff. During April 19th - 23rd take 20% off for any on-site chair massage visit for your administrative staff.


• Show them you care about their family. Southwest Center for the Martial Arts will host FREE Stranger Danger and Women's Self-Defense classes. Saturday, April 10th, 1pm-2pm, children ages 6-12 years. Sunday, April 11th, 1pm-2pm, women ages 16 and up.


• Make 'em laugh. Show your funny side during Laugh at Work Week April 1st - 7th. Laughter releases tension, encourages creativity and contributes to effective teamwork and increased productivity. It helps employees relate to each other in the workplace.


• Organize an appreciation breakfast or luncheon at the office.


• Praise and recognize. Do not underestimate how important praise and recognition are as motivators.


• Take the time to write a thank you note to your employees. Everyone likes to feel appreciated!

January is Personal Self Defense and Crime Stoppers Month!

I'm a huge advocate of self defense for women and I'm proud to say that my martial arts studio will be hosting a workshop here in Phoenix next month.

Don't be another evening news story:
Victim rates of violent crimes have increased throughout the valley. Without warning, a situation can turn from safe to sorry.

Women who have even the most basic self-defense skills are less likely to become a target of crime.

Your Body is More Capable Than You Think!

Staggering Statistics:
One out of every three women will be assaulted in her lifetime;
More than 2 1/2 million women in the US experience violence each year;
Only 16% of rapes are ever reported to police;
One out of seven women will be assaulted by their husbands;
One in four college women have either been assaulted or have suffered attempted rape. In a survey of college women, 38% reported sexual victimization yet only one out of every 25 reported their assault to police - 78% knew their attackers;
39% of women who have been assaulted during their lifetime had been assaulted more than once;
The United States has the highest rape rate of the countries that report such statistics - four times higher than Germany, 13 times higher than England and 20 times higher than Japan.

This no-frills workshop designed to implement basic life-saving techniques for a variety of situations. Held over a course of two days so you can retain the information, digest what you've learned and refine your skills.

For women from all walks of life. Whether you work alone in a retail store, often have to walk to a parking lot or garage unaccompanied, live by yourself or want to be assertive in a group of unfamiliar people, the tools you'll receive are practical, effective and empowering!

Learn to:
Carry yourself so you will not be a weak target;
Defend against a variety of attacks and holds;
Move and strike with great force, no matter how big your attacker is;
Defend against multiple attackers;
Gain control of any bad situation ASAP;
Escape an attack on the ground;
Use everyday items as a lethal weapon;
Get help from others as quick as possible

You will practice your skills on a live assailant, and will receive handouts of the course material.

Where & When:
Sat. Jan. 24 & Sun. Jan. 25, 2009
2 - 4:30 p.m.

Way of the Dragon Karate
15227 N. 32nd St.
Phoenix, Arizona 85032

$99 for both days or $69 for one-day

To Register:
Call 602-971-9810. Visit our website for more info.