Private Training

Why Private Training?

We often get the question, “Why should I take private self defense lessons when I can just attend your group classes?” or “ Private training is more expensive, is it really necessary?” The answer to the second question depends upon the goal. If the goal is to learn true self defense concepts as quickly as possible, then there is really no better way than private training. The answer to the first question is the same as the second – there really is no better way to learn self defense.

It is interesting that some people will question the need for private sessions when it comes to self defense training, but would not think twice about this when it comes to other professional services. For example, how about group accounting sessions? Or what about group medical visits or legal consultations? The fact is, when it comes to professional services, people want individualized attention directed to their specific needs and goals. Self defense training should be no different. We are, after all, talking about skills that could save your life.

Our private self defense programs allow us to treat individuals as individuals. While our private training program follows a similar progression in concepts and skills to our group classes (see the Adult Combat Arts page), private lessons allow customization that takes into account specific goals and abilities of each client. Customization allows us to enhance a client’s strengths and strengthen their areas of weakness. Doesn’t it make sense that if you are learning skills to protect yourself and loved ones, you would want the process to proceed in the most efficient and timely manner possible? Our private self defense lessons allow us to do just that.

Another question we often hear is, “Don’t you need to work with a variety of body types to effectively learn self-defense?” The answer is – definitely not! This question comes from the false assumption that self-defense training is all about technique. In truth, self-defense is more about effective action than technique. Effective action is more about attitude and psychology, than just flashy moves. The best way to learn true self defense strategies and tactics is through one-on-one instruction with a qualified, combatives instructor.

Lastly, on the subject of price – yes, our private training programs are more expensive than traditional group classes. But, look at it this way – with private training, you are on an accelerated path of learning. That is worth more.

Would you rather learn self-protection skills from a tournament experienced instructor or from a real-world, street and combat experienced instructor?

Our program is the only self defense method that fully integrates the body’s reflexive responses and instinctive survival mechanisms making it the easiest, most natural way to protect yourself. Our program also includes unique and patented learning models but most importantly, we have pioneered research on how to manage and overcome fear.

Strategically & tactically speaking, our courses are based on how real confrontations actually occur! We have been leading the scenario/behavioral approach to training for over 20 years. Our curriculum is based on a ‘3-Dimensional’ theory that creates confidence on emotional, psychological and physical levels.

We only teach realistic self defense skills that are street applicable. Students are exposed to aggressive as well as defensive role-playing to simulate encounters and to prepare them to react ethically as well as decisively to real-life aggression. Our curriculum covers verbal defusing tactics, choice speech principles and a host of other behaviorally researched strategies.

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