Women’s Self Defense Workshop presented by Soroptimists....

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This workshop will help empower women to identify potentially dangerous situations that can put them in harm. Women will gain confidence while learning some basic self defense techniques. It is structured for women, 13 and older, with little or no experience.  Come to observe self defense demonstrations. You’ll have a chance to practice simple techniques.  ....

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Date:   Saturday, February 7, 2009....

Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM....

Place: Yu’s ....Academy.. of ..Martial Arts........

           345 ....Albany.... Turnpike, Route 44....

            ....Canton.., ..CT.. ..06019........

Fee:    Free - $5 donation to SIFV is suggested. Funds raised will help area women and      children in need.....

Registration is required as space is limited: Please call Kathleen at (860) 614-5676 to reserve your place. ....

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Soroptimist International is a volunteer service organization for business, professional and community-minded women who work to improve the lives of women and girls in local communities and throughout the world.  Soroptimist is a recipient of the Pennsylvania Association of Nonprofit Organizations’ Seal of Excellence.  The ....Farmington.. ..Valley.... chapter (SIFV) presents several programs throughout the year which empower women and girls by building self esteem and confidence.  Funds raised support charitable organizations such as My Sister’s Place, a shelter for women in transition and also provide grants to young women who display outstanding community service. ....

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Several SIFV women are students at Yu’s Academy and they generously donated their facility to support the event. ....

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To learn more about membership and service projects of the Soroptimist International of Farmington Valley club, please contact Kathleen  (860) 614-5676 or send an email to knockyouout@gmail.com....