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 Since 1994, the Vernon Hills Police Department has offered a free 2-hour women’s self-defense class to residents of Vernon Hills age 8 and up (children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult). The instructor for the class is a former police officer and an expert in self-defense. The class is usually scheduled on the fourth Tuesday of May from 7 PM - 9 PM.
Some of the topics that are covered in the class are: basic principles of survival and awareness; vulnerable areas of the body; psychology of fear and how to make it work for you; and the basic principles of self-defense.
 The next class is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19, 2009*. If you think you might be interested, you can always contact the Crime Prevention Unit now and asked to be placed on the waiting list.
This event always receives high praise and is well attended. So, if you think you might be interested, act now. Call (847) 247-4888 or send us an e-mail. In your e-mail, please include your home address, phone number and age.
* The class will be held at the Police Department (address on left). Please make sure to park in the rear of the building.
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