Women's Self Defense

So this was another first for me. I shamefully have never been in the Impact Zone or taken a self defense class. I was really happy to find out I was not the only one. There was a great turn out for the event with about 35 students in attendance.  

Sarah trying to get instructor Ben Windsor
in a choke hold. 

Ben Windsor was our instructor for the class and he was great! I really liked the flow of the class. He would demo a move and then we practiced on a partner while he observed and assisted if necessary. No one was singled out or forced to preform moves that they were not comfortable with.  It was a great learning environment and he even made a few jokes here and there.

All the movements that we learned are from Krav Maga. It’s a martial art that is focused around everyday situations giving you the most realistic self defense training. After this class I’m definitely looking into taking more.  Maybe this is just me but it’s great to hit something every now and then, plus I’m sure the regular classes offer a great workout.  

For any one interested Ben Windsor teaches Krav Maga Tuesday and Wednesday nights from 6pm-7pm in the Impact Zone.

I was surprised how much we were able to cover in one hour. We looked at how to send a warning, get out of a chocking situation from the front and behind, and how to get out of a bear hug from behind. I am still far from being an expert but a least now I feel comfortable waiting for the bus and walking to my car at night.

- Sarah - SAO Blogger

New Music New Places!

Before

I had a great time at New Music New Places last night with Tim Chaisson and Poor Young Things! I had not heard of the bands before the show so I did some quick YouTubing to know what I was getting into. I found some great singles that they played last night and had fun singing along to 'slipping away' with the live band.

After

I love that the show was in a part of campus that I have not explored yet. The SA and SAO did a great job transforming this bright bland study area into a comfy relaxing acoustic set. The whole show was very intimate and cozy. The chairs and lighting in the Student Commons really helped create a great atmosphere. I'm very interested to see what spaces are transformed next semester. 

Oh and I almost left out a key element, the show was free! So me and the other students that attended saw an intimate acoustic show with local bands, after class, for free! What a great way to see a show on a budget!

I love this event because I am constantly looking for new local bands to support. These bands offer a great change from the usual top 40 hits you hear on the radio.

All in all I had a great time, discovered some new music, and found a new study zone for exam time!

- Sarah - SAO Blogger

Dirty Bingo

Krystal and the first winner of the night.

If you are looking for a fun, unique college event, Dirty Bingo is what you want! I loved every minute of it. The hosts Zelda and Krystal are awesome. They interact with the crowd in such a fun way you can’t help but laugh when they call "Nipple 41". 

There are lots of prizes for everyone. That means there is no excuse for the fellas to miss out! It was so funny watching Krystal interact with all the different groups of students last night!

This is Bingo with a dirty twist using sexual words in the place of bingo letters, creative tie breakers with condoms, and sexy prizes that can be enjoyed by all. 

The tie breaker last night was to put a condom on a water bottle.

You’ll just have to go to know what happens when the number 69 is called. I don’t want to give away all the fun! 

I didn’t win anything this time, so I’ll try again at the next Dirty Bingo night in January!

- Sarah - SAO Blogger