The Shing Gi Tai Dojo in Chiclana is set to hold a women's self-defence course on 21 November, from 10:00 to 14:00. This initiative is completely free for women interested in participating.
The course was presented by Isabel Butrón, the municipal delegate for Sports, and Manuel Jesús Aranda, the president of the Aikido Aikikai Chiclana Association. It will be taught by Manuel Jesús Aranda Santos, who holds a 6th dan in Aikido from Fedamc, a 4th dan in Aikido Aikikai, and is a national level 3 technician and instructor of women's self-defence certified by Dedamc and the Ministry of the Interior.
“This is a very special activity, as it not only teaches martial arts but also provides legal knowledge. In other words, it goes beyond the sport itself,” said Isabel Butrón, who expressed gratitude to Manuel Jesús Aranda for his commitment to women and the fight against gender-based violence.
Butrón also noted that the course coincides with activities commemorating the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, observed on 25 November.
Manuel Jesús Aranda thanked the Chiclana City Council for their support in organising various activities. “This is a free course that we celebrate each year close to the International Day against Gender Violence,” he said, inviting all women to participate, “where we also address psychological and legal aspects, in addition to practical training.”
