Self-Defence!!

     Today was the day I had been dreading all week! Attack Day!! If you don't know what happened, I'll explain.

     On Tuesday, we started self-defence in gym class. These two men came from this organization to teach the grade nine girls how to defend themselves if they every get attacked. So, on Tuesday we just watched this video about self-defence and it was honestly the funniest thing I have ever seen! The man that was teaching in the video was hilarious and me and my whole class were laughing so hard! But the video taught us some really cool tips. Like, what kind of purse to use, what to do when your in an elevator with a man, what to do in a taxi and other very useful tips!

     On Wednesday, the training began! These two men came in and they were our trainers. We practised hitting, punching and kneeing (is that a word?) Then, they were both coming around while we were practising with a friend and we had to practise kneeing them in their... u know what! At least they had a mat protecting them. I had so much fun learning all these cool techniques!

     Thursday, we got to the more intense stuff! All the floor stuff! We learned what to do when a man sits on you and how to get him off. Also, we learned what to do if you get choked and also what to do when a man grabs you from the back (like a big bear hug). It was so much fun! We had to practice with our friends so I practised with my friend Stefanie. It was awkward but hilarious at the same time!

     Then... Friday came along and it was... ATTACK DAY!!!! Basically, attack day is when one by one, you get attacked by one of the men. They grab you from the back and bring you to the floor... then they sit on you! You have to kick and hit as much as you can and try to get away from him. Also, you need to scream as much as you can! I was terrified all day! Not just a little scared... TERRIFIED! I had gym last period so I was waiting nervously all day! When it was my turn, I was so scared! I was standing there and I could feel the breathe of the man behind me and then suddenly, he grabs me and brings me to the floor! It felt so real! As if I was actually getting attacked! I was screaming and kicking all over the place! I was so surprised at how quickly I got away! I took less than a minute and I wasn't even tired afterwards! I am so proud of myself! I can't believe I actually ran away from him!

     I really enjoyed this experience! I would love to do it again and I am really thankful that these men came in to do this class with us. It taught me so many awesome tips and techniques. Most importantly, this experience showed me that I can really scream! I was really nervous cause I thought I wouldn't be able to scream but I did and I am very proud!