Self-Defense Training with a Heart: Professor Zahalea’s Mission to Teach Love in Long Beach
In Long Beach, Professor Zahalea stands as a beacon of inspiration. She is the owner of RA Life Defense at Urban School of Self-Defense, where she teaches martial arts with a unique approach. For nearly three decades, Professor Zahalea has dedicated her life to teaching both adults and young people self-worth and self-love through self-defense.
Self-Defense Training with a Heart
Professor Zahalea’s classes are more than just physical training. They focus on building confidence and self-esteem, two essential qualities that many students struggle to find. Additionally, her teachings have proven transformative for those suffering from shyness. Through consistent practice and support, students who once felt voiceless have found their strength.
Her impact on the Long Beach community is profound. Martial arts, under her guidance, becomes a tool for personal growth. Students not only learn to protect themselves but also to stand tall with newfound confidence. Moreover, this confidence extends beyond the dojo, influencing every aspect of their lives.
In a world where self-defense is often viewed as merely physical, Professor Zahalea offers a broader perspective. She believes that true self-defense starts within. Therefore, by nurturing self-worth and self-love, she equips her students with the inner strength to face any challenge.
Despite her strong and inspiring presence, Professor Zahalea has faced profound personal challenges. Nearly two years ago, she lost her husband, a tragedy that deeply affected her and her family.
As a widow raising two children, she understands the difficulty of balancing grief with the demands of parenthood. Yet, through this hardship, she has continued to teach love and resilience, embodying the very values she instills in her students. Her journey has only strengthened her commitment to helping others find their inner strength through self-defense and self-love.
Professor Zahalea’s commitment to Long Beach is unwavering. For nearly thirty years, she has taught countless individuals, one lesson at a time. As a result, she has become a cherished figure in the Long Beach community, embodying the true spirit of martial arts.
Follow Professor Zahalea on Instagram at: @ra_life_defense
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