Pat Walker Health Center's Wellness and Health Promotion department is offering two, eight-week, Krav Maga self-defense courses this Spring.

Course Dates:

• Jan.15 to March 5
• March 12 to May 7

Classes are held on Tuesday evenings from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., in the health center's second floor activity room, room 2123.

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 either Krav Maga Self-Defense course, see the front desk staff at the Pat Walker Health Center — 525 N. Garland Avenue — or call 479-575-4451.

Questions? Contact Ed Mink, Ph.D., director of Wellness & Health Promotion, Pat Walker Health Center.