Women's self-defense class is May 3

FORT WALTON BEACH — The Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office and Emerald Coast Martial Arts' women's self-defense course is 9:30-11 a.m. at Emerald Coast Martial Arts, 252 NE Eglin Parkway, Fort Walton Beach.

The class, for ages 12 and up, teaches women awareness, streetwise tactical maneuvers, prevention and personal protection.

Preregistration is not required. Loose clothing and sneakers are preferred. Contact OSCO employees Ashley Bailey or Elizabeth Bingham, 651-7410, for details.

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