The young girls are now able to throw a punch and kick when and where it matters most.
NPO Golan Krav Maga International and Combat Girl trained about 70 girls during a girls empowerment day in Anderbolt on Saturday.
The event was held in conjunction with the Family Worship Church in Dawn Park.
The lessons kicked off with an inspirational video and talk before Mandy Hayes and her team demonstrated to the girls how to overcome and defeat those who touch them inappropriately.
Mandy said that rape is not a woman’s problem but a man’s problem and “we are teaching these girls how to stand up for themselves”.
The girls were also taught on how to spot an abuser or abusive partner.
Social workers, medics and a beauty therapist also gave talks.
The girls received little goodie bags and a T-shirt and were later treated at Afrique Boutique Hotel.
X Factor Signs was one of the sponsors on the day.
Organisations needing their girls empowered in this regard may contact Mandy on 082 388 6732.
