Sign-up for Krav Maga Self-Defense Course; Begins Oct. 23
Pat Walker Health Center's Wellness and Health Promotion department is offering an eight-week, Krav Maga self-defense course starting Tuesday, Oct. 23.
The class is held on Tuesday evenings from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., in the health center's second floor activity room.
Learn this proven self-defense method that incorporates hand-to-hand combat techniques developed by the Israeli Defense Force. This beginners-level class covers ways to escape from a vary of attacks like bear hugs, choke holds, and shirt grabs.
Registration for the course is required and only a limited number of spots are available. The cost of the program is $40 for students and $55 for faculty/staff. No prior experience in Krav Maga is required.
To register for Krav Maga Self-Defense, see the front desk staff at the Pat Walker Health Center — 525 N. Garland Avenue — or call 479-575-4451.
Questions? Contact Ed Mink, director of Wellness & Health Promotion, Pat Walker Health Center.
Contacts
Zac Garrett Brown, assistant director of communications
Pat Walker Health Center
479-575-4649,
zacharyb@uark.edu
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