Having trained in many Martial Arts systems, under many different instructors, the subject of self-defence law has always seemed to be a subject that was either discounted by many instructors or (even worse!) mis-understood!

When asked by students about using their skills for self defence...

I’d hear phrases…

 “You can’t use these skills for self-defence, only in the dojo!”

“Self Defence is a ‘grey area’ nobody really understands it so don't get caught!”
 
“I can't give advice, you might get me in trouble!”

 And that’s understandable, as they were worried about…

• Saying the wrong thing, that ends up with a BAD decision being made
• Their Martial Arts School being mentioned by the media.
• Being involved in legal proceedings.
  
  

But it doesn’t need to be something to be worried about!

It’s just about knowing how to answer the most common question that get asked by students, in a way that shows you have a working knowledge of a subject and can pass the correct information, confidently.

I don’t need to know about this, I teach Martial Arts not Self Defence…!

Yes, I understand. It's what you teach, it's what you advertise and what you are exceptional at.

But we both know that teaching any physical defensive skill that is a response to human movement and behaviour, may well be used in a self defence situation, even if that was not the intention of your teaching.

In the heat of the moment, during a sudden incident the brain cannot ‘select’ what techniques to use and not use, that’s too much of a detailed process in a fast moving situation.

So having a working knowledge of self defence law is important.

But that doesn’t mean getting a law degree!

It means gaining a working knowledge of the subject and, most importantly, recognition that proves you understand it.

Much like you prove your knowledge and experience in the system that you train and practice through your grades and certifications, self defence law is no difference.

So how do you get that knowledge?

Simply, enrol on this course.

Use of force law is something I’ve been around for years, from serving in the Military Police and having to understand the ‘rules of engagement’ in foreign countries, to then patrolling UK towns dealing with violent incidents between Soldiers and Civilians.

And it became even more important when I began teaching Kickboxing and then Krav Maga for Self Defence.

To bring you as much value and knowledge as possible on this course, I've team up with two other experts.