the Bela Diri program
Giving girls the agency to protect themselves.
97% of young women have been sexually harassed.
My parents enrolled me in Taekwondo lessons when I was 4 years old., telling me I needed it to defend myself. At first, I didn’t understand what for. Why should I have to give up my free time doing silly kicks and punches? And what was I defending myself from? Years later, as I grew up and the realities of the world slowly set in, I understood. And now, as a black belt, I want to give others the same opportunities that I had.
- Sofia Malika, Founder
In a mixture of Muay Thai and Taekwondo, we teach our girls the basics of self-defense.
Be alert. Know your surroundings, and identify threats
How to avoid dangerous situations
How to get out of a chokehold/wrist hold
How to punch/kick effectively and easily (Last resort!)
We also instill the importance of staying fit and healthy by doing physical games and nutritional lessons.