Kate HuntsmanKate Huntsman is a self-defense advocate, lawyer, and certified defense instructor based in South Carolina. As the founder and owner of Empower Fitness & Defense, she has spent more than a decade training women to protect themselves through practicalself-defense, situational awareness, and personal confidence.With a background in law and over ten years of experience as a professional instructor, Kate combines legal insight with hands-on defensive training to help women navigate both the physical and psychological aspects of personal safety. Her approach focuses on prevention, preparedness, and empowerment, emphasizing that true strength begins with awareness and self-respect.A passionate activist, Kate has led multiple campaigns against domestic violence and gender-based harassment, working with local organizations to provide free safety workshops and legal resources for women in crisis. Her mission is simple: to ensure that every woman knows she has the right and the ability to defend her life and her peace.Originally from South Carolina, Kate is also a devoted single mother of two and a dedicated gym instructor. Her experience balancing motherhood, advocacy, and entrepreneurship has fueled her belief that resilience is built one small act of courage at a time.The Self-Defense Guide for Women reflects Kate's lifelong commitment to helping women reclaim their confidence, independence, and safety both inside and outside the training room. Read More Read Less