API International Combat Arts Association

Introduction: API International Women’s Self Defense program offers a unique approach in teaching women to defend themselves. You are taught to defend as you are – a woman, taught by a woman. You learn to use your natural movement, sensitivities and strengths to defend yourself rather than relying on muscle. Most women's self defense programs are taught my men and rely heavily on muscle. Alot of times that is intimidating to women. I can't do that - it's too hard - I have to be strong and learn alot of techniques to do those moves. We teach you that there are other options that use your own strengths. It doesn't take years to learn either. I love connecting with people. Self defense is an awesome way to do that. I have things to share with people that can help them in their lives and I enjoy doing that. It's not just about knowing a few moves - it's about enhancing your life with the confidence and courage knowing that you have tools to help yourself. Knowledge is very powerful. Much of the fear comes from the unknown. So take the unknown and turn it into a known. The greatest feeling comes from the A-HA moments I see people have. The knowing that they can do something - you don't have to be a master to defend yourself. Intent and practice goes a very long way!