Free Self-Defense Class for Women | Oklahoma City News

A former MMA fighter is offering free self-defense classes for women in response to a shocking attempted rape at Lake Hefner, sparking community alarm. Julia Avila-Shumate, who believes safety starts with knowing your body, is empowering women with practical skills — no cost, no excuses. The suspect, already linked to multiple past allegations near Scissortail Park, remains in custody as authorities push for more victims to come forward. Classes begin Wednesday night at Outsiders Combat Club — because safety shouldn’t be optional. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/df87e8871b42a357