What to Expect

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Our classes provide practical, "hands on" opportunities to learn and practice skills of self-defence.  The focus is on empowerment, respect and consent, practicality of techniques, accessibility for all, and provision of ongoing training. The scenarios are realistic and students are given opportunity to explore situations and ask questions.  We focus on audience-appropriate (age appropriate lessons) and language.

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Participants learn to execute practical techniques in a safe, supportive, and positive environment.  Modifications are provided when necessary.  

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Some of the course content explored includes an introduction to  --

* Fine tuning situational awareness and threat/risk assessment;

* Trusting your gut & setting yourself up for success

* Movement, blocking, striking techniques;

*Escape and evasion tactics; (grabs, chokes, bear hugs from behind, headlock etc); introduction to takedowns and defense 

*Falling safely 

*Assertive communication and boundary setting;

*Ground defence and recovery;

* Scenario-based training;

* Mental resilience and stress management;

* Physical fitness and conditioning;

* Understanding legal and ethical considerations;

* Community and support networks; 

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Course/workshop time allotments determine length, depth, and opportunity to practice course content. ​
 

Our longer courses and more advanced training modules, reinforce continued practice, and offer addional techniques including weapons threat defense awareness, exploring takedowns and defence, and more complex situations