TY Self-defence & Volleyball
Transition Year students took part in a few activities recently.
Last week they attended self-defence classes. These classes were run by Eamonn Coleman of Close Encounters. Students learned,
- Understanding body language before conflict
- Protecting your personal space
- Pre-emptive strikes
- Release from chokes & strangles
- The Fence (protecting your personal space)
- Defence against knife hold ups
- Knowing when and how to strike
- Self Defence and the Law in Ireland
This week they took part in a volleyball course. Students learned the key points of the sport. Over the next few weeks, they will coach 1st year students in volleyball during their PE classes.