All levels · 8 weeks
Practical Self-Defence
Develop awareness, boundary skills, safer decision-making, and accessible defensive movement through responsible scenario-based learning.
Course overview
Focused learning with a clear next step
Develop awareness, boundary skills, safer decision-making, and accessible defensive movement through responsible scenario-based learning.
This course combines instructor demonstration, guided practice, correction, review, and a defined curriculum. Progress depends on participation, consistency, and individual pace rather than attendance alone.
Learning outcomes
What you will work toward
These outcomes guide the course; achievement varies with experience, attendance, and individual development.
Use voice, posture, positioning, and boundaries
Apply simple escape movements under control
Understand disengagement and post-incident priorities
Course curriculum
Six modules. One connected pathway.
Each module prepares the learner for the next, with review built into the process.
01
Awareness & risk reduction
Instructor-led explanation, focused practice, feedback, and review.
02
Voice, boundaries & positioning
Instructor-led explanation, focused practice, feedback, and review.
03
Balance, movement & distance
Instructor-led explanation, focused practice, feedback, and review.
04
Simple releases & disengagement
Instructor-led explanation, focused practice, feedback, and review.
05
Controlled scenario practice
Instructor-led explanation, focused practice, feedback, and review.
06
Review & personal safety planning
Instructor-led explanation, focused practice, feedback, and review.
Course benefits
Why this learning block matters
A defined course helps turn a broad goal into consistent, measurable practice.
01Practical awareness before physical technique
02Greater composure and decision-making
03Simple movements designed for recall
04Responsible, non-sensational instruction
How it is delivered
Academy / Home
Usually delivered once or twice weekly, with private and group options subject to availability.
InstructorAssigned SMAI Self-Defence Instructor
AssessmentOngoing observation, feedback, and end-of-course review
Next stepRecommended course, program, or continued practice plan
Course questions
Before you enroll
Can beginners join?
Yes, where the course level is marked beginner or all levels. SMAI will confirm suitable placement before enrolment.
Do I need equipment?
Comfortable training clothes are enough for the initial session unless advised otherwise. Course-specific equipment is explained before it is required.
How are fees and dates confirmed?
Submit an inquiry with your preferred course and format. SMAI will confirm the next intake, timetable, availability, and current fee.
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Confirm intake, schedule, suitability, and fee
Complete the form and select Practical Self-Defence under Preferred program if listed, or mention the exact course name in your message.
SMAI confirms availability before enrollment. No payment is collected through this form.
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