This outstanding book, written by an internationally known expert in the martial arts, presents the basics of self-defense for girls in a step-by-step easy-to-understand manner. Drawing on over twenty-five years of university teaching experience, the author weaves into the text a supportive philosophy emphasizing the importance of these skills in daily life and the incredible competence that the reader can develop with attentive study and diligent practice of the techniques presented. The book covers situations that typical teens normally encounter in their daily lives and offers preventive measures and avoidance techniques as well as the powerful reactive skills of self-defense. An appendix for teachers and parents is also included providing essential background information for understanding the importance of Girl Power in our constantly changing world.
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Girl Power was written specifically to teach girls how to take care of business... it covers absolutely everything... -- The Calgary Sun, March 14, 2000
Knowing how to handle aggression is empowering... being strong gives you a sense of independence... -- The Montreal Gazette, May 22, 2000
Knowing how to handle aggression is empowering... being strong gives you a sense of independence... -- The Montreal Gazette, May 22, 2000
About the Author
Dr. Konzak is a well-known teacher and workshop leader for schools, universities, business and government across Canada and the United States. He taught ethics, Asian philosophy and martial arts for over twenty-five years at the University of Toronto and has been the recipient of the prestigious Ford Foundation Fellowship and other academic honors. At his school, the Toronto Academy of Karate, he has taught thousands of teens since 1970. He is the author of the award-winning children's book Noguchi the Samurai.
Sonya, 17, and Melina, 13, are grade twelve and eight students respectively at Le Collge Francais in Toronto, Canada. In the summer they help instruct in the children's karate camps at the University of Toronto. Both have studied self-defense and the martial arts since they were seven years old.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
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A solid introduction to Self-Defense,
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Girl Power is a good book for introducing young women to the concepts of personal safety. First the book shows girls that common sense and avoidance are a good option. Then the book instructs girls on how to physically defend themselves on how to strike and where to strike. I like how the book touches all aspects, teen dating, violence, avoidance, and assault prevention. This book will make a fine gift to any young women who is concerned about personal safety.
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Great Beginnings,
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This work is a wonderful introduction to techniques of self defence. Examples are concise and easy to understand. The situations and techniques illustrated paint a comprehensive picture of the author's commitment to defensive strategies, while avoiding aggression and offensive tactics.
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Preparation is your best defence!,
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Girl Power is an empowering book for young teens. With an emphasis on prevention and avoidance, the author captures the essence of self-defence. But the book also serves as an effective guide and introduction to simple self-defence techniques and maneuvers that are easily practiced and learned. This book will help young girls develop self-confidence and will help them take control of their own lives. Preparation and know-how are always your best defence!
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In an Ądeal world, you would trust everybody, talk to everyone and feel safe wherever you went. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
attacker grabs, palm heel strike, knee kick, elbow strike, front kick Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Front Flap | Table of Contents | First Pages | Back Flap | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
In an Ądeal world, you would trust everybody, talk to everyone and feel safe wherever you went. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
attacker grabs, palm heel strike, knee kick, elbow strike, front kick Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Front Flap | Table of Contents | First Pages | Back Flap | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- On the Playground (Little Nugget) by Golden Books on page 76
- Core Concepts in Health with Student CD and Learning to Go: Health by Paul M. Insel in Back Matter
- Understanding Your Health by Wayne A. Payne in Back Matter
- On the Playground by Playskool Books on page 76
- Core Concepts in Health by Paul M. Insel in Back Matter
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