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“At
first it was difficult to get past the gruesome/brutal imagery of
inflicting severe injury to another person, but the graphic nature of their
descriptions…was necessary to portray the force needed to put an attacker
in a reactive mode. This also helped create the mindset needed to use
these skills effectively. Information from this will definitely stay
with me.”
Glen K.
School
Counselor
“The
logic of it – the step by step explanation – the understanding that a
physiological response, because it is predictable, can be “used” to
proactively engage. I really felt it was well done – the foundation
got established an we built on it throughout the day – it is a clear,
contained presentation – 7 hours with a lot of learning. I think it
really would be beneficial to all sorts of audiences – it has a sound place
in schools.”
Lynne A.
School
Counselor
“I
thought it was great – more hands on than I expected which was good for an
all day seminar. Exceeded expectations for the day, engaged from the
beginning...I liked that the instructors circulated during the hands on
activities – it kept people focused but it also allowed for more questions
and follow-up. The assistants were great at giving helpful hints and
reminders.”
Elizabeth
G.
Teacher
“I felt
the seminar was excellent. It was much better than what I
expected. I felt the presenters were very engaging and honest.
It really was very helpful to know and have that skill set in my
toolbox. It is not only something that is for school and for the
benefit of my students. The seminar gave me information I will be
able to draw upon for real life situations should they ever arise.
[The thing I like most was] the honesty and “not pulling punches” approach
the presenters used.”
Marc M.
Teacher
I did
not know what to expect going into the seminar. I thought the
presentation was excellent. I thought the format was excellent.
I wasn’t expecting but really appreciated the mental training and rehearsal
piece…I think that this program was and is extremely beneficial. I
hope that I never have to use it, but it gives me the confidence and peace
of mind to know I can protect myself and others around me. Thank
you!”
Amber M.
English
Teacher
“Excellent.
[What I liked the most was] the matter of fact way things were
taught. It made the material easy to understand.”
Donna M.
Secretary
“The presenters
were extremely professional and skilled, educators at their best.
They have so much to offer. It was wonderful to work with those who
understand teachers perspectives and concerns. The moves were simple
yet effective, I would like my daughter to attend a training
session….”
Donna L.
Teacher
“It was
better than I expected. I have taken self defense courses before and
this was very different. I can see the philosophy of your program and
how it can work….[The biggest benefit was] feeling like I (as an educator
and parent) have options if I was ever put in an unsafe situation, rather
than becoming a “victim”. The tactical training, to show that I could
actually do what you were teaching [was what I liked most].”
Name
Withheld
Special
Education Teacher
“…it was
very straight forward and professionally done….[The thing I liked most was]
the down-to-earth attitude of the instructors. I felt that I could
ask any question without hesitation.”
Leslie
S.
Counselor
“I like
the knowledge of the instructors and their belief in what was best for
teachers. [What I liked best was] the interaction of the instructors
during the practice times. They spent the time with you to help
understand the importance of positioning and placement.”
Cassandra
G.
Teacher
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