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A Yokota spouse blocks a simulated knife attack from U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Nawal Aldandashi, 374th Security Forces Squadron crime prevention program manager, during a Mission Ready Spouse self-defense basics and active shooter response course at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 8, 2025. The MRS program empowers spouses to support their community during crises and overcome challenges unique to military life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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A Yokota spouse blocks a simulated knife attack from U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Nawal Aldandashi, 374th Security Forces Squadron crime prevention program manager, during a Mission Ready Spouse self-defense basics and active shooter response course at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 8, 2025. Through hands-on instruction with 374 SFS instructors, participants learned striking, blocking, and knife defense techniques, gaining practical tools to stay prepared and resilient in high-stress situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Cameron Cochran, 374th Communications Squadron first sergeant, assists an attendee with defensive techniques during a Mission Ready Spouse self-defense basics and active shooter response course at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 8, 2025. Through hands-on instruction, participants learned striking, blocking, and knife defense techniques, gaining practical tools to stay prepared and resilient in high-stress situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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A Yokota spouse prepares to strike during a Mission Ready Spouse self-defense basics and active shooter response course at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 8, 2025. Through hands-on instruction, participants learned striking, blocking, and knife defense techniques, gaining practical tools to stay prepared and resilient in high-stress situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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U.S. Air Force members assigned to the 374th Airlift Wing and Yokota spouses pose for a photo during a Mission Ready Spouse self-defense basics and active shooter response course at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 8, 2025. The course builds confidence, teaches de-escalation techniques and strengthens self-defense knowledge during emergencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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U.S. Air Force Defenders assigned to the 374th Security Forces Squadron and Yokota spouses practice defensive techniques during a Mission Ready Spouse self-defense basics and active shooter response course at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 8, 2025. The MRS program empowers spouses to support their community during crises and overcome challenges unique to military life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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Yokota MRS: Self-defense basics, active shooter response course

Published Oct. 7, 2025
By Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote
374th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan -- A Yokota spouse blocks a simulated knife attack from U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Nawal Aldandashi, 374th Security Forces Squadron crime prevention program manager, during a Mission Ready Spouse self-defense basics and active shooter response course at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 8, 2025. The MRS program empowers spouses to support their community during crises and overcome challenges unique to military life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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