This outstanding book, written by an internationally known expert in the martial arts, presents the basics of self-defense for girls in a step-by-step easy-to-understand manner. Drawing on over twenty-five years of university teaching experience, the author weaves into the text a supportive philosophy emphasizing the importance of these skills in daily life and the incredible competence that the reader can develop with attentive study and diligent practice of the techniques presented. The book covers situations that typical teens normally encounter in their daily lives and offers preventive measures and avoidance techniques as well as the powerful reactive skills of self-defense. An appendix for teachers and parents is also included providing essential background information for understanding the importance of Girl Power in our constantly changing world.
