AS a student of the martial arts, I am surprised at how many people are hurt in street and pub or club attacks.

Martial arts teach you how to possibly calm and prevent situations getting out of hand.

I recommend anyone who is a victim of bullying to take up a martial art, so they can learn how to beat bullies without fighting, and how to win a fight if need be.

It is also a great motivation builder.

JEFF HOLMES, Worcester.