Fighting Spirit

“This class should be required for all women. It is the best thing I have ever done for myself”
-Christine Mann, Milan, MI

“This is a program I would recommend to all females. I am a mother with three young children and a husband who travels on and off. This class taught me how to fight back. It helped educate me and empower me and helped to develop verbal skills and physical skills. I have boosted my own self confidence and learned to trust my instincts. I look forward to taking it again!”
-Lynette Ball, Canton, MI

“The radKIDS program was the most fantastic safety program my kids have ever been involved in. I have registered them in other programs in the past through the community and they learned so much more in radKIDS and I was most impressed how much I learned!! They will be returning every summer!”
-Paula Adamczak, Westland, MI

“The Women’s Safety Program taught by Tanya Panizzo is the most informative, EMPOWERING self defense class I’ve ever taken. The information both verbal and hands on taught during the program will enable you to effectively protect yourself and feel more confident. I walked away from the program feeling completely inspired and more empowered than ever. Every woman should consider taking this program.”
-Karla Baker, Maybee, MI

“A great class. I have never felt so strong in my entire life!”
-Deborah Foster, Willis, MI

“I have taken this class and did so reluctantly. I am in my 60’s and really felt that I wasn’t going to be able to do the moves or fight like the younger ones. I was so surprised at what I am capable of doing. I thought Tanya’s approach to such a difficult subject matter was perfect. She was compassionate to the experiences of those in her class and passionate in her pursuit to make us strong inside. I am so glad I didn’t chicken out!”
-Maria Kjellin, Westland, MI

“My 6th grade Girl Scout troop participated in the “Girls-R-Pearls” workshop with Tanya Panizzo. The girls learned critical safety skills necessary to be confident and safe. I believe Girls-R-Pearls needs to be taken by all preteen and teenage girls.”
-Kim DelProposto, Girl Scout Troop

“I liked it because I learned how to defend myself.”
-Abagale, 11 years old, Pioneer Middle School

“From the workshop, I learned how to defend myself against strangers.”
-Nikki, 12 years old, Pioneer Middle School

“I enjoyed the workshop and learned new safety skills to use if I am in a bad situation”
-Allison, 12 years old, West Middle School

“I took Tanya Panizzo’s self-defense class for women at the age of 64 and I beat up the scary red man! I took the self-defense class mainly because I wanted to learn to yell out for help and be comfortable doing so. I am so glad I did, because I learned a lot more than how to yell. Tanya taught me to be vigilant, to pay attention to what is going on around us. She used everyday scenarios for demonstration and it made me think about how I am capable to take care of myself. Tanya taught me how to use instinctive movements to defend myself and to not be afraid to do so. This class is for any woman of any age; having white hair does not remove me from the list of people who could be assaulted.”
-Bonnie Myhrum, Plymouth, MI

“Three of my children have been involved in the radKIDS program over the past couple of years. Not only is the program run in a fun and interactive manner, the children are learning invaluable safety skills. My children are developing the tools to help them be more aware of their surroundings, not in a fearful way, but in a way that empowers them and gives them confidence. In turn, we as a family have learned tools to continue to help our children grow into strong, self-assured and very capable adults. Without a doubt this program is “required learning” for all of our children.”
-Jennifer Dunlap, Milan, MI

Tanya Panizzo has a passion for safety. Her passion, together with her knowledge and skills makes her one of the finest personal safety instructors I have ever worked with. Her enthusiasm for the subject is infectious. Yet Tanya is also kind and gentle and sensitive to each participants needs. As an assault survivor, Mother and 3rd degree black belt I unconditionally recommend all of Fighting Spirits programs.
-Anne Jackson, Ann Arbor MI

“Tanya came to our location to present material to my Human Resources Department on the subject of personal safety in the workplace. Tanya’s method of providing statistics of the reality around us, then offering us practical ways to be prepared to reduce fear was effective and fun. We look forward to inviting her back again for a future presentation.”
-Raymond Betz, BASF Corporation