The Wonder Women League of the United Way of Ellis County will offer women’s self-defense training for females age 14 years and older. The training will be from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 8 at the Fort Hays State University mat room in Cunningham Hall.

The following self-defense techniques will be presented: situational awareness, verbal de-escalation and grappling.

According to the Criminal Victimization Bulletin, the 2014 statistical analysis by the Bureau of Justice Studies there were an estimated 5.4 million violent victimizations to those 12 years and older. Cost is $10 per person and reservations are limited.

To reserve your spot, go to, www.liveunited.us or contact the United Way at 785-628-8281.

— United Way of Ellis County