Self-defense demonstrations being hosted

The Intimate Partner Violence Task Force is hosting self-defense demonstrations at noon Friday or 4 p.m. Sunday for women and girls.

Each session is limited to 10 and they will be in person sessions at the Atzmus Taekwondo studio at 112 E. Main St. in Tucumcari. The instructor will be Jose Almeida who is a first-degree black belt.

Those wishing to attend will need to RSVP for a time slot by texting 575-815-4575 or emailing [email protected] the name and day one wishes to attend.

Participants will learn ways to protect themselves and build confidence. The classes are free and open to anyone interested.