Rise in violent crime increases demand for self-defence classes

As Calgary police face a spike in violent crimes, more residents are taking steps to protect themselves. Formidable Combative Arts and Fitness, a gym in southwest Calgary, says it's seen a massive increase in the demand for its self-defence classes ever since COVID-19 restrictions were lifted. The organization says approximately 90 per cent of its students are involved in some form of self-defence and say it's due to safety concerns on the LRT and throughout the city. Sean McCauley, the gym's ow