"I
can take what I learned from this class with me for the
rest of my life."
"Every student
on campus should be exposed to her and this fabulous class."
"I was raped
my first semester in college and this class helped me
for the first time to tell someone about the whole experience.
I finally was able to start getting on with my life."
"I now know
what options I have and have the knowledge to perform
these, but most importantly I am confident enough to use
them."
"I feel that
I can successfully defend myself."
"The simulations
were the best! They really brought together everything
we learned throughout the semester."
"Darlene is
a great positive role model who honestly cares about each
and every one of her students and it shows in everything
she does for our class. She has a wealth of knowledge
about self defense and is a fabulous teacher and supporter."
"She (Darlene)
really cares if we learn defense strategies, and this
is evident in the passion of her teaching."
"Darlene's
strengths (as an instructor) are numerous. She
has great command of knowledge and technique, very open
to questions and comments, fosters self awareness, class
support and togetherness."
