Are you are at risk of being attacked or do you fear that you cannot defend yourself or those you care for?

We can help you learn the methods that will keep you safe.  

You can be sure that if there is trouble, then you will know what to do. If you were to be attacked, wouldn't you feel more confident if you knew exactly how to defeat an attacker in a practical, ethical and legal manner?

True strength comes from within and at Gloucester Self Defence Club we will help you develop your strength.

Man or woman, young or old, you can learn how to survive.

The hardest thing to learn is that YOU can defend yourself. You don't need to be tough or big or vicious. Indeed self defence is most effective when your potential attacker is overconfident because you do not look like a cross between 'Rambo', 'Godzilla' and the 'Zombie biker from hell'. You can learn how to protect yourself and those you care for. It's not 'easy' as it does require perseverance and practice but it is something that you can do, no matter what your background. 

Confidence in all aspects of your life.

You might imagine that learning self defence is only for people who live in rough neighborhoods. Nothing could be further from the truth. Everyone can benefit from the poise and confidence (physical, mental and emotional) that is gained when you learn Self Defence skills.

So who can learn? Well as long as you are fit enough to engage in light exercise and you are 18 years of age or older then you can start. As you progress and get fitter and stronger, you can, if you wish, increase the intensity of the exercises that you do. This is mainly to improve your health and fitness, although it does help your self defence skills too.

Note: We will teach children under the age of 18 by special arrangement, their parent or legal guardian must also participate or be in attendance.

There is no upper age limit. You are never too old to learn how to be safe.

Simply contact us on 01452 751 276 to arrange your first session.

What is taught?

The Gloucester Self Defence Club teaches two interrelated but separate systems, the Protectics Personal Safety System (PPSS) and Protectics Karate Jutsu.

PPSS is a complete self defence and personal safety system which includes the physical, psychological, verbal and other aspects of safety as well as threat awareness and recognition, risk analysis and prevention and much more.

Protectics Karate Jutsu is the physical aspect of the PPSS but has the addition (if you want it) of a grading syllabus so that it is possible to work towards and achieve your black belt.

So if you just want to learn the physical skills of self defence or of Karate Jutsu then that's fine and if you want to learn the other elements that make up the PPSS (Protectics Personal Safety System) then that's fine too, it's your choice.

All training is tailored to your individual needs and capabilities, which is why classes are kept small.

Clothing.

Training is normally done in tracksuit bottoms and T-shirt. If you have (or want to buy) and wear any form of martial arts uniform, that is fine too.

Where and when and how much?

The Gloucester Self Defence Club meets Monday and Thursday evenings from 7:00pm. until 8:15pm. In Minsterworth, Gloucestershire (near Gloucester). The fees are £7 for one or £12 for two sessions a week. If you prefer to pay monthly in advance the fees are £25 or £45 respectively (same fee whether it is a 4 or 5 week month).

Grading fees for people who WANT to progress through the belt ranks (Red, Yellow, Orange, Green, Blue, Brown) and achieve Black Belt are just £10 per rank.

The training takes place in our purpose built 500 sq ft (46 sq metres) training room which has a matted and sprung floor.

 
Questions.

If you have any questions, please contact us on 01452 751 276.

 To book your first session call 01452 751 276.