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IMPACT Chicago teaches self-defense to women
and girls so they can prevent, minimize, and  
stop violence.






  









Directions to Program Locations

WHAT IS IMPACT?
(free program)

March 21, 1:30-3:30
Belle Plaine Studio

2014 W. Belle Plaine Ave., Chicago, IL 60618
May 23, 12:30-2:30
Dominican University Gym

7900 W. Division, River Forest, 3IL 60305


CORE PROGRAMS

March 19, 20, & 21 (Fri: 5:30-9:30, Sat/Sun: 9-6)
Belle Plaine Studio

2014 W. Belle Plaine Ave., Chicago, IL 60618
May 15, 16, 22, & 23  (Sat/Sun: 11 am - 5 pm)
Dominican University Gym

7900 W. Division, River Forest, IL 60305

YOUTH PROGRAMS

IMPACT for Girls: Core Skills for Ages 12-15
June 19 & 20
(Sat/Sun: 11- 3)
JCFS, 3145 W. Pratt Blvd., Chicago, IL 60645


ADVANCED PROGRAMS*

Beyond the Core Program,  April 24 (11- 4)
Belle Plaine Studio
2014 W. Belle Plaine Ave., Chicago, IL 60618

*Advanced Programs are only open to graduates of the Core Program or Teen IMPACT.





 
 
 
    
 
 
 
 
Someday "NO" will be enough. Until then, there's IMPACT.
IMPACT Chicago in the News!
IMPACT makes a splash in Chicagoland news in 2010!


IMPACT on YouTube!
This video, created by IMPACT Bay Area, captures IMPACT techniques in action!


 


Palm, Heel, & Knee with a "NO!"
IMPACT Chicago participates in the Vocalo.org "How-to-a-thon." Check out the video: http://www.vocalo.org/explore/content/49104

Listen to a radio inteview with IMPACT Chicago! http://www.vocalo.org/explore/content/48324

Donate to the Dianne Costanzo Scholarship Fund!
IMPACT instructor Dianne "Dee" Costanzo retired in November 2009. In Dee's honor and name,IMPACT has established a scholarship fund. Please consider making a donation to join IMPACT in recognizing and appreciating Dee's 22 years of IMPACT service. Lisa Amoroso, IMPACT Chicago Annual Fundraiser Coordinator, draws on a favorite Dee slogan to encourage you to donate: "Just as it is not the size of the woman in the fight but the size of the fight in the woman, it is not the size of your donation--small large, or anything in between--all donations to the Dianne Costanzo Fund will be used to provide financial assistance to women/girls and help our efforts grow. Please send your donation to IMPACT Chicago, 4770 N. Lincoln Avenue #6, Chicago, IL  60625.

Why Men Should Encourage Women to Take Self-Defense

We know that women are critical messengers, spreading the word about IMPACT and the import of self-defense training to their female friends, colleagues, and family members. However, to end violence in our communities, it is critical that men also become vocal advocates of self-defense training for women. Three men have offered their personal stories and thoughts on why men should encourage women to take self-defense. We hope that you will read these heartfelt messages and share them with others: Encourage.




 
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