The old mens club comments are typical of the reasons cited by many women as to why they don't do martial arts even though they'd like to try. It's perceived to be male orientated and they'd feel alienated if not bullied if they joined a class. those women who are involved in martial arts know it's not true (well I hope it's not!) but we have to work hard to overcome the perception.
Getting more women involved is worthwhile for many reasons.
Getting more women involved is worthwhile for many reasons.