County Sheriff's Office to offer women's self-defense classes

Spokane County Sheriff’s Office is holding a women’s self-defense class Saturday, July 29. There will be two sessions available, 8 a.m. – noon or 1 – 5 p.m. Cost of the class is $35 per person for women ages 14 and up, and registration must be made by July 7 to ensure a spot in the class.

The class is an introduction to women’s self-defense tactics including deterrents, avoidance and detection of a personal attack. Class includes hands-on instruction in basic self-defense maneuvers, and will be led by SCSO instructors.

The training will be held at the Sheriff’s Training Center, 6011 N. Chase R...