This course is designed to survey and synthesize the physical, psychological, and social skills useful for self defense. The survey includes learning physical skills adapted from a variety of martial arts -- with the idea that students may find a particular set of techniques that they enjoy practicing and pursue further, more detailed, study in that martial art. This cross-sectional survey also permits a variety of skills to be practiced by a people of a variety of physical backgrounds.

Class comments:

Spring 2006: "Very knowledgeable about techniques. Walked around to assist with anyone who needed help. Prof. Sol was great. The moves he showed were awesome. Pushing us to try new things. Master Sol was an outstanding teacher!!! The class was entertaining. The instructor's knowledge of technique was outstanding. Master Sol was an excellent instructor"

Spring 2005: "The instructor took the time to show all the steps so you could actually learn the skill. The instructor was very knowledgeable in this area. He taught, explained, and demonstrated very well.