This self-defense workshop is meticulously crafted to equip you with essential techniques for handling both physical and verbal confrontations effectively. The program will guide you in identifying and responding to a broad spectrum of aggressive behaviors and conflict scenarios, leveraging realistic and pragmatic intervention strategies.

You will engage in a range of simulated scenarios, carefully designed to immerse you in real-life situations, fostering a more profound understanding and application of the skills learned.

Guidance and instruction will be provided by Daniel Brasse Sensei, a seasoned Aikido professional with over 25 years of teaching experience in martial arts and self-defense, with a diverse clientele that ranges from adults and children to police officers. Complementing his expertise, senior-ranked students from Aikido By the Bay will offer additional teaching support throughout the workshop. This interactive learning environment will be enriched with narratives drawn from real-life incidents and practical exercises that closely emulate situations you may encounter in your daily life, thereby ensuring a comprehensive, realistic training experience.

These are some topics that will be covered:

• Trusting your instincts
• Home & travel security
• Personal safety
• Physical and psychological stress of combat
• Defend against larger attackers
• Defend against weapons (e.g. knife)