Question 1

Who are these courses and seminars for?

Accepted Answer

Our training is suitable for:
 • Women attending self-defence courses and workshops
 • Organisations seeking corporate safety and personal security events
No prior experience in self-defence or martial arts is required.

Question 2

Do I need to be strong or fit to take part?

Accepted Answer

No. The training focuses on awareness, decision-making, positioning, communication, and practical movement rather than purely on strength or athletic ability.
Participants should have minimal physical ability to take part safely. For practical sessions, a PAR-Q form must be completed prior to training.

Question 3

What topics are covered?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the course or seminar format, topics may include:
 • Personal and environmental awareness
 • Recognising early warning signs and red flags
 • Boundary-setting using voice and body language
 • De-escalation and conflict avoidance strategies
 • Legal considerations around self-defence
 • Practical self-defence techniques 
 • Personal safety while commuting, travelling, or working alone

Question 4

Is this suitable if I’ve had negative or stressful experiences in the past?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Training is trauma-informed and participant-led. You are always in control of your level of participation, and no one is pressured to take part in any activity they are uncomfortable with. You may choose to pair up with someone you know, or with someone you feel safe practising the techniques with, without any requirement to change partners.

Question 5

What should I wear or bring?

Accepted Answer

Wear comfortable, fitted clothing that allows you to move easily.
For workshops delivered in a corporate setting, comfortable footwear such as trainers is advised.
For workshops held in one of our dojos, training is done barefoot or in non-slip socks.
 All footwear and jewellery must be removed before training.

Question 6

Are the sessions women-only or mixed-gender?

Accepted Answer

• Women’s self-defence workshops are designed specifically for women. For some workshops, a male instructor may be present so participants can safely try techniques on someone physically stronger. In these cases, the coach will wear full body protective equipment. Please enquire about individual workshops to confirm.
 • Corporate safety seminars are inclusive and suitable for mixed-gender teams.

Question 7

Is there physical contact involved?

Accepted Answer

This depends on the format:
 • Women’s      self-defence workshops include physical contact and techniques such as drills in pairs, reflex exercises, pad work, and role-play. 
 • Corporate events can include physical components, but can also be primarily centred around awareness, communication, and prevention.
Ground defence workshops usually involve close-proximity physical contact, where participants practise break-aways from the ground and responses to various control positions, such as the mount.

Question 8

How long do the sessions last?

Accepted Answer

Sessions vary in length depending on the format:
 • Single-session workshops
 • Multi-week courses
 • Corporate seminars typically run 60–120 minutes
Our group women’s workshops on the 14–15 of March run for 3 hours each day.

Question 9

Can the training be tailored to an organisation or group?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Corporate seminars can be adapted to your organisation’s industry, workplace setting, staff roles, and specific safety concerns.

Question 10

Is this delivered in-person or online?

Accepted Answer

Both in-person and online delivery options are available, depending on location and requirements.
For workshops focused on personal safety, recognising threats, and safety preparation, online seminars are a great option.
For those wishing to engage in physical practice (responding to threats), in-person training is recommended.
A hybrid format can combine online personal safety education with on-site physical practice.

Question 11

Do participants receive a certificate?

Accepted Answer

Participants enrolled in certification courses will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course requirements.

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