Self-defence firm packs a punch to land top award
A women’s self-defence company in Normanton has proved it packs a punch after landing an accolade in the regional StartUp awards.
Blossom Training and Development, started by Rachael Allen and Madeleine France, was named the Rising Star of the Year for Yorkshire, having found a niche market for females wanting to learn to protect themselves.
Madeline said: “When we started six months ago, our aim was to share our unique self defence training with 40 students a month.
“To date we have taught over 500 women and girls in addition to a small number of very brave men.
“This has far exceeded our expectations.”