Class Outlines

Classes are designed to give students the skills and confidence they need to defend themselves.

2 Hour Seminar

Hour 1 – Discussion

  • Class Goals
  • What is the definition of self-defense
  • The three C’s
  • What are the real threats to our safety
  • The 6 levels of self-defense
  • The 5 phases of an assault
  • Environmental Self-Defense
  • Behavioral Self-Defense
  • Verbal Self-Defense
  • Physical Training

Hour 2 – Physical Training

  • The Basics – You will learn the core of defending yourself.
    These techniques are effective in many situations.

Homework

  • Practice, Practice, Practice

What’s Next

While this class offers basic techniques effective in many situations, we encourage you to continue your training. More advanced classes, such as our 3 or 5 week class, delves deeper into the topics discussed here.

The more knowledge you have of non-physical and physical self-defense, the more prepared you will be during an assault
4 Hour Seminar

Hour 1 – Discussion

  • The goal of the class
  • What is the definition of self-defense
  • The three C’s
  • What are the real threats to our safety
  • The 6 levels of self-defense
  • The 5 phase of an assault
  • Environmental Self-Defense
  • Behavioral Self-Defense
  • Verbal Self-Defense
  • Physical training

Hour 2 – Physical Training

  • The Basics – You will learn the core of defending yourself.
    These techniques are effective in many situations.

Hours 3 & 4 – Special Topics

  • The final two hours of class will be devoted to discussions and physical training related to special topics. The class topic(s) is typically pre-determined by the class sponsor or organizer. Students are encouraged to raise issues and questions.

Homework

  • Practice, Practice, Practice

What’s Next

While this class offers basic techniques effective in many situations, we encourage you to continue your training. More advanced classes, such as our 3 or 5 week class, delves deeper into the topics discussed here.

The more knowledge you have of non-physical and physical self-defense, the more prepared you will be during an assault
Mulit Session Classes

Classes that span several days all cover the topics listed here. For a detailed agenda of what topics will be covered on what days, please call for more information.
Introduction
  • Class Goals
  • What is the definition of self-defense
  • The three C’s
  • What are the real threats to our safety
  • Myths vs. reality
  • The 6 levels of self-defense
  • The 5 phase of an assault
Environmental Self-Defense
  • Your Environment
  • Home / Work / Car
  • Strengths and Weaknesses
  • Making a Plan
Behavioral Self-Defense
  • Threats
  • Awareness
  • Planning
Verbal Self-Defense
  • What is Verbal Self-Defense
  • Effective Verbal Self-Defense
Assaults with Weapons (guns and knives)
  • Weapons Pros and Cons
  • Likely Attacks and Defenses
Post Assault
  • The Aftermath – Dangers
  • What’s next
  • Making a Plan
Legal Self-Defense
  • Legal Issues Surrounding an Assault
  • Legal Issues Surrounding Self-Defense
  • How to Plan
  • Current Events
Padded Man Class
  • During this class session, we will concentrate on the physical techniques you have learned. A Padded Man Attack will give you a practical but safe environment to practice your skills.

While our classes offer an in depth look at self-defense, your training will fade without practice. The LADY Program offers continuing classes through a self-defense club and will be happy to arrange continuing education classes for those interested.

The more knowledge you have of non-physical and physical self-defense, the more prepared you will be during an assault.

 

Ask about group classes at your location