Free self-defense class

The Kissimmee Police Department will be offering a free self defense class for women. The class is scheduled for Oct. 16, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kissimmee Police Department.

The self defense class will be taught by self-defense instructor Keith Mobley and Sergeant Jaime Alberti. The instructors will be teaching women some easy techniques on how to defend themselves should they become a victim. They will also discuss crime prevention tips.

“It is important for women to be able to defend themselves should they become a victim of crime,” said Chief Iwanski, “Educating yourself is the best way to lessen your chances of becoming a victim.”

To register for the class, please contact Carmen Vargas, Domestic Violence Manager/Victim Advocate for the Kissimmee Police Department at 407-847-0176 ext. 3234 or by email at cvargas@kissimmee.org.

Participants must be 18 years of age or older.