WARDA(R)

Lt. Robert H. Black. Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.

While knowledge and skill are essential elements of any preparation for effective defense of self, neither can be utilized in the absence of a strong will to succeed.

 

There continue to be numerous programs dedicated to providing women with necessary tools to defend against violent assaults, but not all provide sufficient emphasis on the importance of a dedicated and fierce attack.

 

The W.A.R.D.A. program as presented by Grandmaster Javed Khan stresses this mindset and puts into context the reality of violent encounters. “Will” simply means to wish, to choose, to desire; to give up oneself to a purpose.

 

Grandmaster Khan delivers the message to attendees that their effectiveness in a moment of crisis is largely dependent on their determination against all odds to incapacitate an attacker by whatever means necessary to escape, and that half-way or “half-hearted” efforts are likely doomed to failure. It is made clear up front to W.A.R.D.A. attendees that they will be responsible for their own destiny, and their preparation must address these types of situations in a realistic way.

 

It is obvious that as participants in the physical training begin to understand that what goes on in their heads will determine the effectiveness of their physical actions, the commitment, energy, and ferocity of their techniques is markedly elevated. For women seriously seeking a solid foundation upon which to develop self defense capabilities, the W.A.R.D.A. program is a valuable experience.

 

Lt. Robert H. Black, Master Instructor

Lieutenant Black is currently the Director of Physical Tactics, OIC of the Physical Fitness Assessments, a CIAR certified personal trainer, and certified fitness specialist from several different organizations. Lieutenant Black continues to provide specialized training to private and public sector organizations, universities, law enforcement and the military in the areas of physical tactics, firearms and physical fitness.

Lieutenant Black has studied several types of martial arts for over three (3) decades, holding various ranks up to Yondan in Isshinryu Karate do, A black belt in Taekwondo as well as fifteen (15) different instructor certifications in the law enforcement use of force arena.