self defense

If you're ready to build confidence, establish a survival mindset, and become empowered, then Girls on Guard is for you!

This women's self-defense course focused on risk awareness, risk reduction and personal safety. It will teach you alertness, avoidance, space management, and a system of resisting possible assaults using simple-to-learn, gross-body movements that take advantage of natural instincts.

A 25-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Saturday in the 1600 block of Airport Road for misdemeanor suspicion of domestic battery after allegedly throwing oranges and a TV remote at the male victim and then twisting his private parts when he attempted to call for help.

A 24-year-old was arrested in the 3200 block of Market Street for use of a stun gun other than in self defense, a felony, as well as petit larceny and resisting a public officer.

A 32-year-old man was arrested Saturday for suspicion of felony domestic battery with strangulation and misdemeanor violation of bail conditions, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report states.

A 35-year-old Washoe Valley man was arrested early Saturday morning for suspicion of felony domestic battery third offense and an outside agency warrant, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report states.

A 44-year-old Carson City man was arrested Sunday in the 400 block of Clear Creek Avenue for misdemeanor suspicion of battery, a sheriff's deputy report said.

A 28-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Sunday for misdemeanor suspicion of domestic battery. A man involved in the altercation was also arrested for two outstanding warrants, a sheriff's deputy report said.

A 38-year-old man was arrested Sunday, 10:53 a.m. in the area of Silver Sage and Briarwood Drive for misdemeanor suspicion of DUI drugs and driving with suspended registration, a sheriff's deputy said.

A transient man — who pled guilty to assault with a deadly weapon in which a Carson City sheriff's deputy was slashed in the face with a knife before the deputy shot him 5 times in an August 18, 2017 incident near a Carson City casino — was sentenced Monday to probation and out-patient mental health help rather than going to prison.

Idealists of Carson City, a club for positive change that meets monthly at the Brewery Arts Center, will have its next meeting on March 16, at 3 p.m. and the public is invited.

We have scheduled a self-defense class. The class will be upstairs in the Brewery Arts Ballroom, 449 King Street, Carson City. The instructor is Sean Morey, a martial arts teacher. Please wear comfortable clothing, and invite anyone you think would benefit from and enjoy this presentation. This event is free, however a $5 donation for the instructor is appreciated.

A 25-year-old Carson City man was arrested Monday afternoon in the 1200 block of Woodside Drive for misdemeanor suspicion of domestic battery, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

A 35-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Saturday morning in the 100 block of Empire Lane on misdemeanor suspicion of domestic battery and destruction of property, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

The Constitution is the greatest achievement of man to date in defining a government to sustain Liberty for its people. Governments exist between two poles of thought. One pole is the Government is all important and powerful and people exist to serve the Government (slave). The other pole is People create governments to protect their Rights (free). See the Declaration of Independence paragraph two.

A women’s self defense workshop is coming to Carson City on March 27th. he event, sponsored by the Tasmanian Boxing Club is free, but there is limited availability so it’s best to call and get on the list early. Grand Master “Master of the Arts” Tim Spellman will be unhand to introduce participants to the insights of Kenpokempo and a practical approach to self defense.

The workshop will be located at 1701 South Sutra Terrace in Carson City from 8:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. Call 775-722-1752 to reserve your space now.

Okay all you procrastinators, if you planned on making it to the Arlington Square Ice Rink, then today is your last chance. With a temperature around 50, it should be a perfect day to skate one last time. Show some Senator Pride tonight at the Community Center as 24 seniors compete for ‘Mr. Carson High.’ There’s a lot going on this weekend, so take a look at the list and go have some fun.

SATURDAY:

Women's Self Defense Seminar: Improve your personal safety by learning specific techniques to enhance situational awareness, avoidance and protection in a self defense situation.

Defend against a bigger, stronger attacker. You will learn defensive moves against bear hugs, chokes, wrist grabs, being taken to the ground, knives, guns and more.

Seminar is $10 per person, with proceeds to benefit Advocates to End Domestic Violence.

Call 775-883-5425 for more information or to register.

Most crimes against people can be prevented with situational awareness. Former Special Agent Julie Lombard, a long-time Defensive Tactics Trainer for the Federal Government, will be here to discuss some basic strategies that could save your life, as well as help you recognize your own strengths and weaknesses. Don’t miss this FREE seminar.

The event is Tuesday, Nov. 10, 5:30 p.m. in Cedar 100 (Western Nevada College)

Questions?

An 18-year-old Carson City man was arrested Tuesday in the 2000 block of Lone Mountain on suspicion of battery with a deadly weapon after allegedly stabbing a male victim in the head, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Carson ATA Martial Arts - Karate for Kids is providing a free community Women’s Self Defense seminar on Saturday, March 28. The event, starting at 10 a.m at Carson ATA Martial Arts, will cover topics such as situational awareness, defending against a stronger attacker, escaping bear hugs, chokes, wrist grabs, as well as what to do if taken to the ground.

Western Nevada College non-credit Community Education classes not only offer job skill preparation, they also help build life skills and provide help with personal health. Several classes are on tap this spring that will provide benefits to local residents.

Today kicks off the second annual International Film Weekend in Carson City. The main event is this evening in the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Community Center, a free showing of “Boy.” “Boy” is about a youth coming of age in the Maori culture in New Zealand in 1984.

Wonderful Wednesday is upon us, and one way to get over the hump is to head out for a good meal. If you haven’t heard yet, Sassafras has returned and is serving up its Eclectic fare in its new location right next to the Carson Hot Springs. Downtown, the Lake Tahoe Brewing Co. will be hosting the Chamber of Commerce for its Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting. Capital Eats inside Westside Pour House (former home of Mo and Sluggo’s) always has some tempting dishes. A little further north on Carson St., Living the Good Life Nightclub and Bistro has live music this evening and a delicious array of options on its menu.

Here are the latest arrests from the Carson City Sheriff’s Office from Friday through early Sunday morning. A 27-year-old Carson City man, Bradley Paul Steelmon, was arrested Friday, 2:20 p.m. in the area of 20 College Parkway on a felony warrant, insurance fraud, issued June 9, 2014 out of Tahoe Township Court.

A 45-year-old Reno man was arrested Tuesday after allegedly brandishing a firearm and aiming at a person during a road rage incident in the area of South Carson and Stewart streets, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Randy Lee Baker was booked on a felony charge, suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and a gross misdemeanor charge of aiming a firearm at a person. Bail was set at $7,500.

Carson City sheriff's deputies arrested a pair Friday on felony drug conspiracy and trafficking charges after finding nearly 28 grams of methamphetamine inside a vehicle.

The arrests happened Friday, 8:54 p.m. in the area of Hot Springs and Nye. David Pomjoon Kim, 44, of Carson City and Cory Michael Harmon, 24, of Gardnerville, each face felony charges of possession of methamphetamine for sale, drug trafficking and conspiracy. They were taken to Carson City jail with bail amounts of $40,000 each.

Jan Morgan is a Nationally Recognized 2nd Amendment Advocate/Speaker, NRA Certified Firearms Instructor, NRA Certified Range Safety Officer, State Certified Concealed Carry Instructor, founder of Armed American Woman, (a national firearms training program for women). Her Armed American Woman Firearms training program has a 100 percent accident free gun safety record and proven record of success with students across the country.

For her senior project Carson High School Senior Emily Eiswert will be holding a FREE self defense seminar on Saturday March 22, 2014 from 10 am to noon.

This class is open to women ages 10 and up. Girls between 10-17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian or have a signed release form on file at Carson ATA.

This week's Women to Women Nevada interview is with self defense instructor Debra May of APEX SCF. As an instructor, she specializes in "stay alive" training in areas of self protection and protection of others in most any life threatening circumstance including active shooter scenarios. Debra covers many subjects in this interview including parking lot safety.

A 41-year-old Carson City man was arrested Monday, 5:52 p.m. in the 400 block of East Lee Street. He faces a misdemeanor charge of domestic battery.

According to the arrest report, Carson City sheriff's deputies were dispatched to the area at 2:30 p.m. on a report of a domestic battery. Upon arrival officers spoke with a woman who was uncooperative. Officers returned to the area later and spoke with the woman again, where officers observed a fresh abrasion on the right side of her forehead, her right eyelid and left cheek.

Carson City ATA Academy has created a Community Action Team dedicated to bettering our communities and to help those in need. Carson ATA, partnering with Kidz Matter, invites families to attend 3 FREE seminars on Saturday, Feb. 23.
The seminars are: