The Columbus Police Department says there are still openings for its Women’s Self Defense Course, which kicks off this week.

Lt. Matt Harris, department spokesman, says this course will run for three consecutive weeks at the CPD Range Training Facility Located on Grissom Street, east of Middle Road, near the Columbus Municipal Airport. The dates are: April 10th, 17th and 24th from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The session will start with a basic self defense and awareness PowerPoint followed by self-defense basics. Organizers say that each week, students will progress through striking, kicking, basic escapes and human targeting. Women who take part in these courses should dress in gym style clothing and wear no jewelry.

CPD will offer another set of these courses in September.

You can sign up online at columbus.in.gov/police.