5 stories
Martial Arts Master
Martial arts instructor Hala teaches self-defense to Saudi women. When trainer Miguel helps with her competition prep, discipline becomes passion. 'Al quwwa fil tawaazun' (القوة في التوازن) - Strength is in balance.
Plumstead Pleasure
Karate instructor Adaora runs the toughest dojo in Plumstead. When office worker Marcus joins to build confidence, she teaches him that real power comes from surrender.
Dada wa Kazi
His parents hire a new house manager — a thick Swahili woman in her forties, efficient and stern. When she catches him with a girl in his room, she sends the girl away. Then shows him what a real woman does.
Morning Routine
Dad's new wife was his personal trainer. Now she's decided her stepson needs discipline too. The 5 AM workouts were supposed to be punishment. They became something else.
Detention
He broke the rules. The principal decides to discipline him personally.