Why We Want to Attend Stiletto Spy School
Posted on June 30, 2010 by Natalie in Lady Shooters, News
This is a true story from a graduate of the NY Stiletto Spy School. Yet another reason to get to a self defense class and kick some bad guy ass!!
HOW I TOOK DOWN A NYC MUGGER
Submitted by Agent Seraphina, a Stiletto Spy School Alum
Through a series of unforeseen circumstances, I was in the unfortunate situation of walking down a questionable NYC street alone, late at night with only my cute dress, black alligator heels and vintage 50s purse. As I walked briskly (as much one can in heels) I felt someone closing in from behind with a definite purpose to their stride. I didn’t have any other option at that point but to deal with the situation.
My spidey sense told me that this person was a threat; but rather than allowing that feeling to dictate me as the victim, I improvised a plan and was ready to act. I moved to the edge of the sidewalk so my back was against a parked car (no sneaking up on me from behind) and pretended to use it for balance to adjust one of my shoes – hoping the person would just walk past and nothing would come of it.
He quickly closed the gap, intruded into my personal space and began to say “Give me your…” I can only assume he was going to finish that sentence with, “… stiletto heel across my face as hard as you can.” I obliged. Thanks to the confidence and movement practice with which Stiletto Spy School provided me, there was no hesitation. I was ready; I had a plan and acted quickly and decisively on it. The heel was followed by a strong elbow jab to the jaw. This was enough to get me away and send him off in pain.
Although I may write with some levity in my tone, this was one of the scariest moments of my life (and if you know me, that’s saying a lot!). I had no way of knowing if I would have the courage to act, but Stiletto Spy School gave me the very best chance of keeping my wits about me. I like to think of it as staying on your toes while using your heels! Martial arts use colored belts (which are also nice accessories) to denote student accomplishment I’d say I earned my black heels that night.
Agent Seraphina
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Kudos to you, Agent Seraphina!! I cannot adequately express how much I love this story. Great thinking on your feet – you’re definitely ready for the big time, now!