Myrtle Beach Self Defense Classes Offered Now!
Would You Know What To Do If You Were To Be Attacked?
Many of us don’t even want to think about it – but reality is that we can be in a scary and dangerous situation in the blink of an eye! Be prepared, knowing how to defend yourself, can mean the difference between life – or death.
More often than not, when presented with a dangerous situation, instincts kick in. Muscle memory takes over and we act without thinking rationally.
Learning self defense moves; meaning not just understanding and watching a video but training your muscles so when placed in a dangerous situation your body will remember how to kick, push, punch, pull, drop, scrape etc. can really up your chances of survival in a real-life situation!
Myrtle Beach Self Defense
Myrtle Beach self defense was created because of a life-or-death situation. If you’ve never heard Heather’s personal story of survival, go here to read it and watch the TV coverage!
Heather credits her survival during an armed robbery to the self defense classes she took year prior in high school. Her instincts kicked in when presented with a gun in her face and even though she was scared, frightened and in deep trouble, she remembered a few important lessons and her muscles remembered how to defend! She kicked, punched and fought her way out – ultimately surviving because of that knowledge she had. Heather is convinced the man that was holding her at gunpoint had nothing good in mind and would have killed her given the chance.
Self Defense Classes For All Ages in Myrtle Beach
We’ve turned something bad into something really great; Myrtle Beach Self Defense is a direct result of this armed assault!
We now offer monthly scheduled classes in Murrells Inlet at Homewatch Caregivers!
Just to give you an idea of who these classes are for… check out these fab pictures!
Check Out These 3 Self Defense Moves!
In a recent video, Heather of Strand Security and Amos, our self defense instructor, show us 3 self defense moves.
Arent’ these moves cool?
Join Us Soon For A Self Defense Class!
Our next self defense classes are scheduled for
February 11
March 11
Please email heather@strandsecurity.com to sign up!
In the meantime, come check out and ‘like’ our Facebook Page for the latest self defense tips, updates and class schedules!
PS
These classes are FREE of charge for customers of Strand Security and caregivers of Homewatch Caregivers.
13 Simple Self-Defense Tips That Could Save Your Life!
Have You Ever Been Attacked?
Hopefully, you have not, and we hope no one who reads this will ever need these tips!
However, when it comes to self defense, we’d much rather have you be prepared than not! Self-defense is something that everyone (male or female) should know. It’s easy to walk around and think nothing will ever happen to you, but the sad reality is that things do happen. You can easily be caught off-guard anywhere you go, so knowing a few moves to fight off an attacker is really important.
With these simple self-defense strategies in the back of your mind, you’ll be more prepared to react quickly with control and power. BONUS – You’re much less likely to be targeted with all that confidence!
13 Simple Self-Defense Tips You Need To Know!
- Be aware of your surroundings. Don’t walk through dark parking lots focused on your cell phone. Be aware of what’s going on around you to respond more quickly.
- If you suspect that you’re being followed, head to a public place. Once you’re inside a store or restaurant, tell the manager what’s happening so that you have someone who understands the situation.
- Use apps to keep you safe! ‘StaySafe’ allows you to enter your route and expected arrival time, and alerts emergency contacts when you don’t arrive in time. ‘My Panic Alarm’ makes your phone flash and emit a loud sound at the touch of a button!
- Carrying around pepper spray can be extremely helpful, but it doesn’t do any good if it’s in your purse! Keep it readily available.
- Instead of using a whistle, scream words like STOP, GET BACK, ATTACKER and 911. These are more likely to create a sense of urgency.
- Have your keys ready as soon as you approach your car or house. Right when you walk inside your home, lock the doors. Don’t hold your keys between your fingers like a weapon. The keys will just jam back into your hand upon impact.
- If you happen to be in an elevator, press the button for the next floor. Don’t press the emergency button – it will stop the elevator!
- If you’re with your kids, explain to them that at your command, they need to get behind you quickly and stay put. Having this conversation doesn’t have to be scary! If the kids are pretty small, you can even make a game out of preparation.
- Be willing to give up your wallet, but be smart. Toss it a few feet away from the attacker and take advantage of the opportunity to run!
- Put your cell phones down! You should never walk and text, put your phone in your hand or your purse and be aware of your surroundings. Use your phone while sitting at a bench, in a restaurant or in your car. Nothing is that important for you to sacrifice your safety.
- If it comes down to it, you may have to make a move. Try to stay on your feet for the best opportunity. Strike quickly and get away. Use your elbows, kick and knees and strike hard! Go for a vulnerable location, like eyes, nose, groin, or knees.
- Don’t go it alone. When going to unfamiliar places, ask someone to go along with you. Night time and being alone are a bad combination.
- Take as many self-defense classes as you can and practice those techniques often!
Want to know how knowing self defense saved a local Myrtle Beach woman’s life?
Here is her story as told to WPDE News 15.
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