"They may be
thinking `what is the easiest way I can do this?"' she
explained.
She believes individuals who have practiced a self-defense
technique may have a better chance of escaping the attack.
"If you don't have that awareness, you may just
panic," said Sudderth.
Cohen has seen a positive response from his students so far
this semester.
"Everyone seems to be enjoying and benefiting from the
classes," he said. "What a student gets
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out of the
class is usually a direct reflection of what they put into
it."
As class ends, looks of amazement shine on the students'
faces. They are watching as Darryl Yoerkie, a brown belt
student who has practiced with Cohen since 1989, is defending
himself against the sensei's surprise attacks. With one swift
toss, Yoerkie throws Cohen over his hip, causing him to bounce
from the mat. The intensity is invigorating as the students
witness the elegant power of the martial arts
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