Self-Defense Training Class

ConflictIQ: Psychological and Physiologic Aspects To Self Defense 

CVPSD’s ConflictIQ program takes a science-based approach to understanding conflict, focusing on the who, how, and why behind violent encounters. This program equips students with the skills to identify, prevent, de-escalate, and navigate violence intelligently. This class will be designed to cater to participants of all skill levels, from beginners to those with prior experience. The curriculum will focus on the follow core areas:

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• Learn How To Better Manage Fear And Anger

• Perform Better Under Stress

• Gain Critical Situational Awareness Skills

• When And How To Use Verbal De-escalation

• Managing Unknown Contacts

• How To to Use Disengagement, and Deterrence

• How To Spot Pre-Attack Indicators

• Setting And Reinforcing Boundaries

• Developing A Proper Mindset

• Use Emotional Intelligence To Prevent Violence

• Learn Protective Congruent Body Language

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Combatives: Self Defense Striking / Grappling Escape Techniques

Combatives teaches students the skills needed to end an attack as quickly as possible. Students of Combatives learn a multitude of self defense techniques, both striking and grappling. Practitioners train with the assumption that attackers are bigger, stronger, and have “friends.” Principles of Combatives include:

• Countering Choke Attacks

• Disabling Larger Aggressors

• Forming Continuous Attack Sequences

• Sucker Punch Prevention and Countering

• Countering Hair Grabs Attacks

• Countering Ground Attacks

• Managing Multiple Attackers

• Using Everyday Items For Self Defense

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What You Can Expect 

• 50 Minute ConflictIQ

• 10 Minute Break

• 50 Minute ConflictIQ / Combatives Self Defense

• 10 Minute Break

• 50 Minute Combatives Integrated Self Defense​​

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​What if I’ve Never Trained Before?

No prior experience? No problem! A course’s true value lies in its ability to transform someone completely new to the content. No matter your starting point, your skills will improve dramatically after just one class with us. You’ll leave feeling more capable, confident, and prepared. Training is designed to benefit everyone—from novices to the experienced. There’s no room for egos or unrealistic expectations here. In a real-world assault, anyone—regardless of their background or experience—can face challenges. Our focus is on equipping you with practical skills to handle those situations effectively. CVPSD's programs have helped thousands of people, no matter their age, abilities, or backgrounds, learn important self-defense skills and gain useful tools for personal growth.

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