LCSO Announces 34th Women’s Self-Defense Workshop Monday , October 4, 2010


LCSO Announces 34th Women’s Self-Defense Workshop Monday , October 4, 2010

Loudoun County, Virginia- The Loudoun Sheriff’s Office will hold their 34th
Women’s Self-Defense Workshop on Monday, October 4, 2010.   

The class is open to all female residents of Loudoun County over the age of
fourteen and space is limited to 100 participants. “The workshop is a free
session whose purpose is to educate women on sexual assault issues and rape
awareness,” said Sheriff Steve Simpson. “The October session is an opportunity
for all women to learn to be aware of their surroundings and how to protect
themselves from becoming a victim,” Simpson added.  The session will be held
from 7:00 PM to 10:00 p.m. at the Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy on
Monday, October 4, 2010. The academy is located at 45299 Research Place in
Ashburn, VA.   

Participants are asked to wear gym style clothing and athletic shoes.
Participants will be taught basic self-defense techniques through instruction,
demonstration and actual practice of the methods taught.    

Those interested in participating in this workshop must register, as space is
limited. To register for the workshop you are asked to contact Audra Vogel at
571-258-3049.
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