Personal Safety for Women

Aim:	Did you know that 89% of women are afraid to go out alone after dark? Would you know how to protect yourself if you were attacked? What would you do if another car forced you off the road? Do you know what ‘weapons’ you can legitimately use to defend yourself? If any of these questions leaves you feeling uneasy, then this ‘bite-size’ training session will help you to feel less vulnerable. It includes Police video material, practical exercises in self defence, is informative and fun!
Course Objectives:	Increase confidence in potentially threatening situations Through practical exercises, learn basic self defence techniques Gain knowledge of Police recommendations regarding personal safety
Course Duration	Two hours
Course Content:	Fear – the two ways of handling it On foot – how to minimise risks to your personal safety Handbags – style and content to minimise impact of theft Your rights under the law – what you can and can’t legally do to defend yourself The ‘weapons’ you have in your handbag ‘Natural’ weapons and how to use them ‘Natural’ targets – there are more than one! Driving and parking – safety considerations If the worst happens, how to take control