I've been practicing karate for about 15 years now, and I have no doubts I could take care of anyone who thought about laying a finger on me with my martial arts training. But my little sister just moved to Chicago, and I'm think she should take some karate classes as a little self-defense training. Does anyone have any recommendations for places to go in Chicago for karate? Has anyone trained in karate for self-defense purposes only and had success?

when practiced seriously, karate is the best form of self-defense. it enhances your reflexes and your dexterity, let alone your strength and knowledge of combat.

I am not familiar with the Chicago are but think it's a great idea she take some self defense!

I think that's one of the best things a woman can do is to take karate lessons for self-defense.

John De Pasquall is the name you want to find.   He's has over 9,000 students and is the best in Chicago for Karate.   I see him at the USANKF Nationals every year.   Tell him Sensei Green from Green's Karate sent you!

With all due respect, I studied Karate for over 12 years and Kempo for about 3 years. Karate is great for Self defense but you may want to expose her to other areas in the martial arts. Some arts are better for self defense than others. No disrespect to my fellow practitioners in Karate. Osu. Good luck. Wish her well.  

I want some steps for my self defence so please help me.