Lucknow: As part of the ‘International Women’s Week’ celebrations on the fourth day, a self-defense training camp was successfully organized at Navyug Kanya Mahavidyalaya under the joint aegis of the Sports Authority of India, Lucknow, in honor of International Women’s Day.
The camp was conducted under the guidance of the college principal, Professor Manjula Upadhyay. Renowned martial arts international coach and Secretary of Jeet Kune Do Association, Sudhir Kumar Sharma, trained the students in various self-defense techniques.
The training covered essential martial arts techniques such as Judo, Karate, Kickboxing, Kung Fu, Tai Chi, and Muay Thai, providing in-depth knowledge to the participants.
During the training session, the instructor explained the significance of different self-defense techniques. He highlighted that Karate is an effective hand-to-hand combat method, while Kickboxing focuses on powerful leg strikes. Tai Chi, an art that combines breathing exercises and physical movements, enhances internal strength and fortifies the body’s core. Muay Thai, also known as the ‘Art of Eight Limbs,’ utilizes elbows and knees for self-defense. Additionally, students were introduced to various martial arts weapons, including Nunchaku, short sticks, and long sticks.
Approximately 80 students actively participated in the training camp with great enthusiasm, practicing the self-defense techniques demonstrated by the instructor.
The successful execution of this program was led by the Head of the Department of Physical Education, Professor Seema Pandey. Notable attendees included Dr. Aishwarya Singh, Dr. Shweta Upadhyay, Dr. Manisha Badauniya, Dr. Chandan Maurya, Professor Manjula Yadav, Mrs. Lata Tiwari, and Mrs. Archana Sarkar, among several other faculty members.
This self-defense training camp proved to be a significant initiative towards empowering young women, equipping them with essential skills to ensure their safety and independence.
