Self-defense in the park

Join Metro in partnership with Rose City Self-Defense for a summer self-defense class. Participants will learn:intuition and instinctassertive communicationboundary-setting toolsphysical self-defense escapesphysical self-defense strikeswhat to do after an unsafe situationThe class will end with a mindfulness and tea session, plus an optional guided walk on the nature trail with a Metro naturalist. Activities can be tailored to meet participants' physical needs. Park at the nature trail parking lot at Northeast 148th Avenue and Northeast Halsey Street at look for a Metro canopy tent. Cost: free Ages: 16 years and older. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Difficulty: easyAdvanced registration is required. Space is limited. Pets policyTo protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. For a list of locations where dogs are allowed on leash, review the pets policy page. Service animal policyMetro is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Oregon’s disability laws. Service animals are welcome at all Metro properties per Oregon Revised Statute, Chapter 659A.143 and federal law. The term “service animal” does not include pets, emotional support or therapy animals. Accessibility Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please reach out to the contact listed in this event at least three business days in advance.