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Originally published by Roehl Parungao Sensei for KDA:

KDA Empowers Women Through Self-Defense Workshop Led by Sensei Wally Gozum
In celebration of Women’s Month, KDA’s instructor and workshop facilitator, Wally Gozum Sensei, successfully conducted a Women’s Self-Defense Workshop on March 28, 2026, at the Ali Mall KDA Headquarters.
The workshop embraced the theme “Modern Women Warriors”, inspired by legendary figures such as Princess Urduja. The event highlighted KDA’s commitment to empowering women by promoting a warrior mindset grounded in strength, awareness, and confidence.
Participants underwent a comprehensive and dynamic training program designed to address real-world self-defense needs:
Building Strength and Power
The workshop began with functional strength and conditioning exercises to improve overall fitness and develop the physical power needed for effective self-defense techniques.
Confidence, Awareness, and Boundaries
To help participants avoid dangerous situations, drills focused on setting personal boundaries, enhancing situational awareness, and building assertiveness—key elements in preventing potential threats.
Defending Against Common Attacks
Attendees were taught practical techniques to defend against typical assault scenarios, including arm, shoulder, and wrist grabs, chokeholds, hair pulling, bear hugs, and ground pinning situations. Emphasis was placed on simple, effective, and realistic responses.
Real-Life Scenario Training
The workshop culminated in simulated real-life scenarios, allowing participants to apply their skills under pressure. This hands-on approach helped reinforce adaptability, quick decision-making, and confidence in responding to actual threats.
Through this meaningful initiative, KDA continues to uphold its mission of developing not only skilled karate practitioners but also empowered individuals. The workshop served as a powerful reminder that modern women, like the warriors of the past, possess the strength, courage, and resilience to protect themselves and thrive in today’s world.

Happy Women's month!

KDA-JKS continues to empower Filipinas as modern day warriors ( Urduja). This Women's month join us for a fun workshop that will focus on developing fitness while learning a practical skill of Self-Defense.

KDA-JKS continues to empower Filipinas as modern day warriors ( Urduja). This Women's month join us for a fun workshop that will focus on developing fitness while learning a practical skill of Self-Defense.