Louisiana Ladies Taking Defense Into Their Own Hands

By Tim

Females of all ages across southwest Louisiana are learning how to protect themselves with a variety of tools ranging from martial arts to other non-lethal means to the most common form of protection: Firearms.

Girlie Girls is one of the state’s mentoring programs, and recently offered a martial arts class for nearly 50 young girls. Program founder Anita Barker told KPLC in a recent interview that many of the girls in the program often stay home alone, and part of the focus is teaching the teens to be aware of their surroundings and what can be done if they ever do find themselves in a potentially dangerous situation.

Shun Hartley, a fifth level martial arts instructor who headed the class, said protecting oneself is not so much about masculinity or strength as it is just confidence.

“You can teach someone over and over how to be effective and how to utilize certain techniques, but if you don’t have the confidence to apply the techniques, then it was just a waste,” Hartley said.

And most of the moms agree, reiterating that they would rather their girls learn to fight back now – before it’s needed – …read more

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