Ostrolenk speaks with Sempai Jessica Lara, one of the chief instructors at Potomac Kempo in Alexandria, Virigina. Lara details her background in martial arts and how her mother and father have inspired her career. Lara also speaks to her experience teaching women’s self-defense classes, the importance of situational awareness, and the techniques and strengths women can use during self-defense situations. To learn more about her upcoming workshop or other lessons, visit the Potomoc Kempo website https://www.potomackempo.com/ or follow them on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/PotomacKempo/).