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I am writing to let you know what a pleasure it is doing
business with you. Too often we assume that people who are
as good as you are somehow innately know it so I am taking
this opportunity to make sure that you know how valuable
your talents are. You are a consummate professional. Your
classes are triple plays: invigorating, enlightening and
enjoyable. I hope that I never have to use any of the
self-defense techniuqes that I have learned from you, but I
feel confident that if I ever need to I can.
My students are looking forward to your return to Keswick
H.S. They value your lessons because they have seen too many
of their friends physically abused or sexually taken
advantage of and as a result recognize that the ability to
back up the word "No" is a crucial skill.
Your classes are always a demonstration of exemplary
teaching tactics. You inspire the students to practise life
preserving skills while at the same time you inspire an
increased ability to deliver the "No" message by virtue of
enhanced feelings of self worth. You do all of this while
playing great up beat music and keeping everyone moving and
having fun. It is no wonder that you are always booked up at
least a year in advance.
Looking forward to a long professional relationship between
Total Defense Inc. and Keswick H.S.
Yours truly,
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AnnMarie Yapp
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Keswick High School
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Carol thank you for the opportunity to watch a master instructor engage all students in learning. You were able to get those who seldom smile actually work and fun at the same time.
I've had a chance to sit back and reflect on my teaching; I'm re-energized and ready to have fun!
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Eva Gonos
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Woodbridge Collegiate
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Hey you Carol!
Thank you again for the wonderful program you offered my
students at FHC.
You are a Class A inspirational role model for all women and
you're damn good at what you do!
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Jan Green
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Forest Hill Collegiate
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"Total Defense" is totally awesome! We've had Carol in for
all our 9 and 10 girls Physical Education classes for the
past 2 years and next year Carol will be introducing the
Conflict Resolution and Self-Defense program to our grade 9
boys.
Students at Middlefield love Carol's energy, enthusiasm
andexpertise and her "Total Defense" program is totally
energizing. The knowledge gained, the smiles on the students
faces and Carol's wonderful rapport with our students is why
MCI Phys.Ed. students and staff look forward to a week long
visit from Carol year after year!
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Cindy Seligman Department Head
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Middlefield Collegiate Institute
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Carol Connor is a talented, enthusiastic motivator and
teacher. She offers her students a high energy, motivating
program that captures students' interest. Laughter and
activity abounds in the gymnasium when Carol is present.
Students are exposed to a variety of teaching techniques
that engage the students in active learning situations.
Positive reinforcement, a sense of humour, and a relaxed yet
firm teaching style describe Carol's classroom approach.
Our Physical Education Program has definitely benefitted
from Carol's expertise in Self-Defense and we have already
booked her for next year!
A definite 10 plus!!!!!
Thanks Carol for coming to Stephen Leacock C.I. to share
your knowledge, skills and expertise with our Physical
Education and Health Education Classes.
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Elaine Proulx
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Stephen Leacock Collegiate Institute
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Total Defense is
an exciting and innovative approach to self-defense for
women of any age. Students develop positive self esteem as
they learn strategies to avoid harmful and dangerous
situations. In addition, they learn self-defense techniques
that will be invaluable throughout their lives. All programs
offered at the high school level follow the new Health and
Physical Education curriuclum guidelines.
Carol Connor, the course instructor and founder of Total
Defense is not only professional but has a rapport with both
students and staff that is unparalleled. Her ability to
create a comfortable and effective learning environment is
facilitated by excellent organizational skills, attention to
detail an infectious sense of humour.
Total Defense offers valuable life skills in an energetic
and positive manner. Outstanding!
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Sue Hogeboom
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Sutton District High School
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Hi Carol,
Just to let you know that one of my grade 9 students is
using your company on a poster assignment for health. It
involves a comic strip with a girlfriend and boyfriend. The
boyfriend becomes overly possessive and the girl's
girlfriend refers her to Total Defense!
You truly have a lasting impact on the girls and I hope they
all continue to have the confidence they had during your
classes.
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Dale Peltola
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Sir William Mulock Secondary School
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Carol Connor has
instructed the students at Milliken Mills High School on the
art of self-defense for many years. Ms. Connor is a
confident, knowledgeable professional instructor who
delivers a top quality program.
In the week of instruction, the students learn a wide range
of effective techniques and strategies to escape from a
possible attack. Continual encouragement and correction is
provided to reinforce the concepts taught. My students feel
empowered, their self-esteem boosted by the skills and
knowledge that they acquired in the Total Defense Program.
Ms. Connor's vibrant personality is appreciated by everyone.
Lessons are entertaining as well as informative and
effective.
Carol continually updates her knowledge base by attending
numerous workshops, courses and lectures. She takes her job
seriously and wants to provide the best possible instruction
to her clients.
It is with absolute confidence that I highly recommend Carol
Connor and her company, Total Defense.
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Anne Chellew
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Milliken Mills High School
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Hi Carol,
We enjoyed having you again at TLK!
The girls just love you and what you are teaching them just
might save their lives one day. It’s always so much fun to
have you. Thank you for your energetic spirit.
Cheers,
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Jonelle St. Aubyn
Lifeskills, Health and Physical Education
Department
T.L. Kennedy Secondary School
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Absolutely
fabulous course! Students thoroughly enjoyed Carol's
instruction, style and empowerment. The course is truly
exceptional. Carol makes people feel good about themselves.
The course was fun, professional and empowering.
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Niki Nicolaou
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Woodbridge College
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Tanya, we are indebted to you for your most capable, uplifting high energy course and instruction
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Elaine Maneappa
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Woburn Collegiate
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