Vicky Green has been involved in martial arts for nearly 40 years! She shares why she began martial arts, what it was like competing against men, and why her goal is to simply change one life through her teaching. Of course, she has changed many lives over the span of her career. Listen in to how she uses a martial art mindset in life, especially fairly recently with the loss of her husband of 48 years. She discusses the ups and downs of owning a club, why she chose to be a non-profit organization, and what conflict resolution "without force" means. Her most poignant comment bellows true for many women in martial arts who are students or instructors, "We are givers."
Vicky is an 8th Dan in Tang Soo Do Moo Duk Kwan, Chief Instructor at Shell Rock Karate Club, and owner of Greens Self Defense. She was trained by Master Dan Heidt, a 9th Degree Black Belt (Grand Master) in self defense for women and conflict resolution without force. Her story will inspire you to make a difference and to continue to push through in life with perseverance and purpose.
Vicky's Links & Info:
https://www.facebook.com/Shellrockkarate/
Vicky is the co-founder and Chief Instructor of the Shell Rock Karate Club and a member of the National Women's Martial Arts Federation. She currently conducts training sessions throughout Iowa and neighboring states to help others learn self confidence and personal power.She is CEO of Vicky.Green@GreensSelfDefense.com. She is also a security officer at a college.
Andrea's Links & Info:
The Martial Arts Woman book: https://amzn.to/3inNiuQ
Martial Art Inspirations for Everyone book: https://amzn.to/3irRjyy
How to Start Your Own Martial Art Program book: https://amzn.to/3zf0aJB
The Martial Arts Woman Blog: www.themartialartswoman.com
Andrea Harkins website: www.andreaharkins.com
