Practical Self-Defense for Active Older Adults Empower yourself with the knowledge and skills to stay safe and confident in any situation. This course is specifically designed for active older adults and focuses on practical, easy-to-learn self-defense techniques tailored to your unique abilities and needs.

Throughout the sessions, you'll:

• Develop situational awareness to recognize and avoid potential threats
• Learn practical personal safety tips that can be applied in everyday life
• Practice self-defense techniques adapted for safety, comfort, and effectiveness
• To support your overall well-being, we will incorporate qigong exercises into our lessons. These gentle, flowing movements will enhance balance, focus, and vitality while complementing the physical and mental aspects of self-defense.

You will also have the opportunity to work with martial arts equipment and tools, adding hands-on practice to deepen your understanding and build confidence.  Join us to strengthen your body, sharpen your mind, and feel more secure in your daily life. No prior experience is necessary—just a willingness to learn and have fun.

Laycolaion Freeman's impressive background and experience in martial arts and boxing make him a an accomplished and knowledgeable instructor. His achievements, such as competing in the Junior Olympics at a young age and winning the Massachusetts Golden Gloves at 15, demonstrate his exceptional skills and dedication to the sport. Earning a second-degree black belt in Kempo further showcases his commitment to martial arts.

What sets Laycolaion apart is his incorporation of the healing arts and his ability to adapt his teaching style to cater to active older adults. This is a testament to his versatility as an instructor and his dedication to making practical self-defense methods accessible to individuals of all ages and fitness levels. By simplifying and tailoring his teaching methods, Laycolaion ensures that martial arts can be learned and practiced by a wider range of people, promoting physical fitness and self-defense skills for everyone.

His extensive experience and holistic approach to martial arts instruction likely make him a valuable resource for those looking to not only learn self-defense but also improve their overall well-being through martial arts and related practices.

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