Senior psychology major Kan Sacco is taking the Jujitsu class
for the first time. She finds that partnering with students
also at the white belt (beginner) rank is helpful, and said
it's in that atmosphere where she learns the most.
"It is best to work with someone at my own rank because
they are at my level and may not understand things at first
either," said Sacco.
Sacco says she does not feel intimidated sharing a class with
students of higher ranking.
"I congratulate them for their commitment to the
sport," she said. "I do feel I am given enough
attention and that Sensei is there to correct my
mistakes."
Even the basics that a student will learn in the Jujitsu
course will be advantageous if ever faced with a dangerous
situation.
"Unfortunately, the potential dangers of our modern
society necessitate self defense and safety awareness,"
said Cohen.
Sacco sees her training in Jujitsu as a confidence builder.
"It makes me feel a little better about my ability to
defend myself," she said.
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Cohen himself has seen times where an enhanced awareness of his
surroundings and "common sense towards personal
safety" was necessary.
"I've been fortunate to talk my way out of problems without
having to get physical, and help diffuse situations where people
were being bullied," said Cohen.
"The few times I've had to physically defend myself or
others, I've been able to avail myself of Jujitsu's versatility
by doing what is necessary to be safe, but causing very little
damage to my opponents."
Lori Sudderth, head of the Criminal Justice department, believes
it is advantageous to possess knowledge of self-defense
techniques. She believes it can help to make a person less
vulnerable in an attack.
Sudderth gives an explanation of attacks that may be surprising
to some.
"Most of the crimes against people are committed by people
they know," she said.
One of these types of attacks which threatens many people
today is rape. According the Sudderth, a rape is usually
planned in advanced.
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