Two sisters in Vancouver are learning self-defence

Two sisters in Vancouver are learning self-defence

February 23, 2023 7:42 pm PST.

As the Vancouver police warn of assaults and unwanted advances during online dates, two sisters are learning self-defence at a local Jiu-Jitsu studio. They tell Angela Bower it's important to know how to protect yourself.

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