For 13 years I have been a co-instructor of a women’s self-defense class at a private liberal arts college. On average our class is about 25-30 students. For a number of years, I’ve answered many question about self-defense situations from the students and people outside of the class. I realized that there were other students out there that wanted answers to campus safety and other “what if” scenarios. I also realized that there must be parents that are naturally worried about sending their kids off to college. I decided to write a concise guide about campus safety comprised from questions I’ve received in class as well as my martial arts experience and personal safety training.

I believe it is very important for our students to become familiar with campus community policies and procedures where they may have to assist someone.  Our self-defense courses assist students in developing safety patterns and attitudes about a safe campus community.

– Jim Fennell, Chair Department of Physical Education, College of Idaho

Self-defense is more than hitting and kicking an opponent. It’s also about situational awareness – paying attention to your surroundings, listening to your gut instincts. Even if you are talking on your cell phone, listening to your iPod or walking with a friend, you can still use your natural self-preservation instincts to be safe on campus. Have questions? Please visit our contact page.