Young woman confidently shows techniques against a man.

Director Enrique Batiz conducts the State Symphony Orchestra of Mexico, 7:30 p.m., Hodgson Hall, UGA Story updated at 8:18 PM on Sunday, January 27, 2008 Kick-A-Thon Martial arts students will kick up a storm … via Athens Banner-Herald

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"It's like therapy and it's very calming."

After making her way onto the mat, Deb Hanson knelt down to bow to her sword before taking it in hand. via News Press

"It's far better to be aware of danger and take steps to escape if you can."

ABOUT 40 Subang Jaya residents attended a workshop on aikido-based self-defence held at SJK Chee Wen in USJ 1, recently. via The Star Online

"I tell people you're only too old if you think you are"

Coty Dolores Miranda Special for the Republic Jan. 15, 2008 08:01 AM Teaching adults and children how to successfully defend themselves without permanently injuring an attacker may sound like an oxymoron. via Arizona Republic