KNOW THE FACTS

• Almost 500,000 Australian women have experienced violence, threats or harassment in the past 12 months. (Source; Women's Safety Report, Australian Bureau of Statistics)

• A hostile attack can happen to anyone; Children, Teenagers, Mothers, Single Women, Elderly and even males are victims of sexual assault.

• Rapists are not necessarily strangers. In fact sexual assault is most often perpetrated by an acquaintance, friend, neighbour or relative of the victim.

• Rape is a crime of violence, not passion

• 75% of sexual abuse (non rape) occurs to under 18's. (Source: Victorian Police Crime Statistics 2008/2009)

BE AWARE

• Accept the fact that you are a potential rape or sexual assault victim.

• It is strategically sound to prepare for emergencies in advance of danger. This way, in the event of an attack, you will feel less fear, follow a plan and take action.

• Lack of mental and physical preparedness usually results in confusion, hesitation and panic. What would you do if you were attacked?

• Learning self defence is just plain smart, no different than taking a CPR first aid course, or owning a fire extinguisher or first aid kit.

PROACTIVE WOMENS WORKSHOPS

1. PERSONAL SECURITY – 2 Hours
Violence awareness & prevention, including personal security tips for; Home, Public transport/places, Road rage, Party safe, and more. Provides an invaluable psychological insight into the causes of violence, how to manage fear, how to verbally diffuse your attacker, predator types, targets, tools & common attacks, as well as simple, yet effective techniques for a variety of attack and harassment situations. This a sit down powerpoint presentation and discussion suitable for every woman.

2. SELF DEFENCE - 2 Hours
A practical session to build your defensive and offensive striking skills so that you can fend off an attacker. Learn how to strike target effectively with techniques that are simple to learn and develop instinctively. Teaches how to use your whole body as a weapon. Develop your striking power and fluid attack combinations in a fun and safe session. Highly recommended.

3. ANTI-RAPE – 2 Hours
A very practical session focusing on defending yourself from a range of typical sexual abuse and harassment situations. Includes common scenarious from ‘ ground' positions as well as typical escapes from common prelude attacks. How to use your whole body for maximum leverage and effect to make room for escape against a larger aggressive abuser.

4. WEAPON DEFENCE – 2 Hours
How would you deal with an knife wielding assailant? Learn how to survive an armed hold-up, as well as scenario training against common weapon attacks including; knife, syringe, club, firearm, etc. Also covers defensive use of improvised weapons that you carry and use daily.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Where can I do a Pro-Active self defence course?
PSD run regular group courses at the Pro-Active Self Defence Academy , 8 Brock Street, Thomastown. Conveniently located just off the metropolitan Ring Road, (Dalton Rd exit) and only 15 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD. PSD can also come to you; at your workplace, meeting room, local gym, clubroom or home.

Do I need to be fit?
No, Course are designed for 'Joan Citizen', suitable for any age, shape, fitness or temperament.

Is it safe?
Safety is paramount. Specialized training equipment is supplied. Instruction is by caring, highly qualified and experienced Instructors.

Can I come by myself?
Womens courses can be delivered individually (one or one personal tuition) or as part of a friendly group of like minded women. Groups sizes are capped to ensure quality instructor participant ratios in order to maximize your learning and enjoyment. PSD instructors are qualified coaches who understand womens needs and are specifically selected to assist you as an individual or as part of a fun dynamic group.


WOMENS ONLY REGULAR GROUP CLASS
Chick Boxing every Thursday 6:15-7:00pm at Proactive Academy.
Phone 9464 4546 to book your FREE introductory class.

TESTIMONIALS

‘I feel more confident and am so much more aware of my surroundings when out and about’
Leslie Hodges, Grandmother, Greensborough

‘Great, well worth the time, every mother and daughter should learn’
Vicky Wilson, Mother, Kilmore

‘An excellent program, essential for anyone who feels unsafe on our street’
G. Larchin, Inspector, Victorian Police

‘I thoroughly enjoyed it. I am more aware of my environment and the people I meet’
Sophie Sneddon, Manager, Major Video, Mill Park

‘Thank you Richard for another excellent training session, the course was especially suited to PNG requirements and the female staff gave excellent feedback from the Anti-Rape component’
Ron Ringuet, General Manager, Trukai Industries Pty Ltd, Lae,Papua New Guinea