by Stuart Kirby | Nov 9, 2023 | Self-defence
The unsettling reality: Our teens are not safe A recent BBC article unveiled some chilling statistics that have parents, educators, and community leaders concerned: a survey of 2,000 teenagers found that 27% of girls had experienced some form of sexual harassment. The...
by Stuart Kirby | Sep 9, 2023 | Self-defence
Self-defence – A life skill that should be taught at school Calls by campaigners to include self-defence for girls in PE lessons got me thinking about how best to examine the subject of self-defence. Dictionary definitions like ‘A countermeasure that involves...
by Stuart Kirby | Jun 8, 2023 | Training tips
Music is the greatest fitness self-defence motivator We all know the feeling; you’ve finished work and taken a pit stop on the sofa. Just half an hour, one quick episode of whatever it is you’re into on Netflix, then off to the gym, a run, a class, it’s all good, the...
by Stuart Kirby | Mar 9, 2023 | Training tips
Self defence and fitness goals need a routine The internet is awash with inspiring quotes on the importance of habits for success. My particular favourites are: First, forget inspiration. Habit is more dependable. Habit will sustain you whether you’re inspired or not....
by Stuart Kirby | Feb 8, 2023 | Health
Cold showers – Are they for you? As I make my way through my forties, my quest to improve my health and well-being has led me down many paths, some I look forward to sharing in these blogs, some I will keep to myself out of embarrassment! The first is about what...
