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At Self-Protection UK we strive to provide knowledge, education and training in all areas of Self-Protection to anyone with the desire to learn, develop or adapt. Our training aims to deliver relevant content in the non-physical, physical and psychological aspects of dealing with violence. Please understand, although there are several behavioural patterns and pre-threat cue signals associated with predatory behaviour, in reality, there can be many variables when dealing with violence and the dynamic can change greatly depending on location, the type and method of attack, the motivation, whether it was premeditated or opportunistic, any pre-contact intel or relationship to those involved for example. One thing that can be confirmed though is that there are certainly no full proof guarantees when dealing with violence. The priority is to always try to avoid, omit or de-escalate wherever possible. However, if those options do not present themselves or are taken away from us, and there is the general belief that we are facing an immediate threat to our general well-being, then a physical response is the only option left afforded to us. This is where are proactive, principle based physical applications belong within our Self-Protection armoury.

Violence relates to any violation of your natural rights. This could be verbal, physical, psychological, emotional or economic to name but a few. Real world violence in any form is a far cry from its portrayal in most films, games and media. It can be sudden or prolonged depending on the motivation. It is usually ugly, frightening, non-consensual and on an emotional level with potentially serious and always almost negative consequences.

Self-Protection Training

This is primarily made up of the non-physical options available to you prior to first contact including the 4 Aspects of Awareness, Situational Control, Street Smarts, Pre-Threat Cue Behaviour, Red Flags, The Phases of Confrontation, Components of Assault, Emotional State Access & Management, Self-Protection Strategies & Tactics and much more.

Understanding Predatory Behaviour

Understanding the behavioural patterns of how predators seek prey is a fundamental part of Self Protection. The most common types of opportunistic violence include assault, sexual assault and theft. Whilst there is no guaranteed formula to never being a 'victim' there is generally a set criteria that predators look for during target selection. Knowing the what, when's and how's will go some way to mitigating your chances of being chosen.

Conflict Resolution

Most experience conflict daily, either within their personal relationships, commuting, the workplace, social settings or online. There is a direct correlation between how we approach and react to conflict and the potential for either escalation or de-escalation. Most conflicts in terms of social/anti-social can be resolved without the need for physicality but a strategy is needed, and an understanding of personality and behavioural traits is essential.

Physical Self-Protection Training

Entering into a physical affray is always the last option, but it has to be an option. Anyone with a good moral compass will always seek to avoid, omit or de-escalate potential violence if possible. However, should that fail, we must be prepared to employ a physical response to eliminate the threat. We teach tried and tested, principle based, gross-motor concepts and solutions for the physical dynamic from a proactive and reactive perspective.

Understanding Violence

Violence relates to any violation of your natural rights. This could be verbal, physical, psychological, emotional or economic to name but a few. Real world violence in any form is a far cry from its portrayal in most films, games and media. It can be sudden or prolonged depending on the motivation. It is usually ugly, frightening, non-consensual and on an emotional level with potentially serious and always almost negative consequences.

Distance Learning

There's nothing like in person training, but for some that's not always possible. Wherever you are on your Self-Protection journey, our distance learning options give you the advantage of being able to work and learn at your own pace, at a time suitable to you. We offer online training programmes in all areas of Self-Protection from individual informative downloads, lessons, demos and bespoke courses through to topical lectures/presentations, advanced teaching modules and Self-Protection student and instructor programmes.

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Anti-Bullying

When you think bullying, your first thoughts are probably towards children of school age where bullying exists to acclaim social status and to establish dominance within a false hierarchy. The introduction of social media has magnified this problem massively as there can be no rest bite, leading to a range of mental health conditions amongst children. However, in reality, bullying can exist in some format at any age and in any social or professional setting.

Working With Trauma

Trauma is the psychological, emotional and physical aftermath experienced by an individual after a traumatic event. This could be a sudden singular event, prolonged or repeated events or a combination of events. Trauma, much like violence does not discriminate in who or how it affects people so in order for us to teach or train those suffering from some type of trauma me must understand the root cause and affects.

Knife Crime (UK)

Knife crime has been on a steep incline in recent years. Your 1st lesson is free, if you can run/escape then do so without hesitation. An understanding of predatory behaviour, pre threat cues and root causes can of course help. The reality is though, if you have to defend against someone with a knife there are no guarantees, some workable options sure, but early intel is vital. If your ambushed, then there’s a good chance its already over.

Domestic Abuse & Relationship Red Flags

Domestic abuse can affect both males and females, in straight or same sex relationships and can include physical, emotional and psychological forms of abuse. Some relationships may only exhibit one type of abuse whilst others can include multiple. Most will have tell tell signs in advance of escalation but this is not always the case. However certain characteristics and personality traits are usually exhibited if you understand what you are looking for.

Self-Protection Starts at Home

The one place you always want to feel safe is your home. If someone is hell bent on getting in, then there’s a high probability they will do so. However, we don’t want to make it easy for them. Pre-planning is key and by using the Private Security 4 D’s strategy, we look at our options for how we can Deter, Detect, Delay & Defend in the case of attention from unwanted intruders.

Self Defence Law (UK)

What legally constitutes Self-Defence is a very grey area. The general consensus is that it is 'The act of using physical force in order to protect yourself, someone else, property or to prevent further crime'. However, Self-Defence law offers no conclusive clarification as to where you would stand from a legal perspective should you use physical force in an act of 'Self-Defence' due to the numerous variables present in any potential conflict.

Important Notice

Like any product or service there is good and bad Self-Protection So before you part ways with your time or any money, I would encourage you to do a bit of research before you start. Any credible form of Self-Protection should always emphasise the importance of prioritising your non-physical options including avoidance, awareness, conflict resolution and de-escalation prior to any physical applications. There should be teaching modules to include violence psychology, mindset, predatory behaviour, strategies and tactics and all should be presented with the correct context. What is taught should be based on research, evidence and statistics and when it comes to the physical components these should be gross motor, principle-based concepts and skill sets. You should feel free to ask questions, query things and disclose any prior trauma or apprehensions should you so wish without the risk of ridicule. All this should be the bare minimum you should expect from someone teaching Self-Protection, claiming their primary motivation is to help

others over any potential financial gains.

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