Seeking to empower local women with the necessary tools to protect themselves, the Broomfield Police Department has rolled out free self-defense classes aptly named Her Own Hero. The initiative is designed to equip participants with both physical and mental strategies to prevent and respond to potential threats. Regardless of fitness level or prior experience, this program welcomes all women seeking to bolster their safety, according to the Broomfield Police Department.
Her Own Hero divides its curriculum into two distinctive segments: a basic course and an advanced course. The basic course is a three-hour session, which delves into essential safety practices including boundary setting, assertiveness, and situational awareness. Everyone, no matter their background, is taught vital skills intended to raise confidence and expand their defensive options.
The advanced course, which is five hours in length, is only accessible to those who have already completed the basic class. It aims to take women's empowerment to the next level, providing an environment where the skills learned previously can be rigorously applied in simulated scenarios. Here, the participants practice assessing risks and deciding the best course of action in light of potential danger.
Both classes have been structured to not just teach self-defense techniques but to also instill a sense of empowerment among participants. Through learning to defend themselves, women gain more than just physical abilities, they are encouraged to adopt a mindset that will serve them across all aspects of their lives. For those interested in joining the next session of Her Own Hero, locations, and schedules can be found on the Broomfield Police Department website.
