RYU Apparel hosts a free women's self defense course Tuesday, Aug. 7, 6:45-8 p.m. F.I.R.E (Females Fighting with Intensity, Reaction and Energy) is designed to empower women by giving them verbal and physical tips to fight off a potential attacker. The shop is located at Park Royal's south mall next to the Trattoria Italian restaurant. photo Cindy Goodman, North Shore News