Self Defense Training - Crisis Intervention Training CIT - Violence Prevention Training

CVPSD provides personal safety, violence prevention and self defense classes for:

Businesses and their staff
Schools, colleges and universities
Government agencies
Groups such as youth clubs and community groups

Individuals, as:

Public sessions
Online courses

Our self defense classes for women, men, teenagers and people of all genders are offered throughout the USA and internationally. They can be held at your business or at a location of your choice. We also offer online training through and 1-2-1 online sessions.

What You’ll Learn IN OUR SELF DEFENCE CLASSES

Our education focuses on both the physical and psychological elements of self defense. Classes cover personal safety, street safety, violence prevention and self defense of the body and the mind.

Using Emotional Intelligence To Prevent Violence
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
When And How To to Use Disengagement, and Deterrence
Setting And Reinforcing Boundaries
Developing A Proper Mindset
Learn Protective Congruent Body Language
How To Spot Pre-Attack Indicators

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.

Organizations We Have Helped

Self Defense Class Adult Martial Arts Class, Womens Self Defense

Prevent The Trauma Of An Attack

We believe self-defense is a vital life skill — one that empowers individuals to protect themselves and their loved ones.

Our training isn’t about learning boxing, Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Krav Maga, or any other martial art. It’s about understanding how to use situational awareness to recognize potential threats early and knowing how to avoid them before danger escalates.

But if avoidance isn't possible, you’ll be prepared. We teach simple, effective self-protection techniques designed to help you respond quickly and decisively in real-world situations.

Because the best fight is the one you never have to be in — and the best outcome is walking away safely.

WE TEACH INTEGRATED SELF DEFENSE SKILLS THAT WORK IN THE REAL WORLD.

Proven Effectiveness:
Our courses offer proven solutions that are effective in real-world situations, ensuring you have practical skills. By understanding your surroundings, recognizing potential threats, and using verbal and nonverbal communication to diffuse situations, you can often avoid physical confrontations altogether.

Transformative Experience

CVPSD's training can help build confidence, improve decision-making conflict management abilities, and empower individuals in their day to day life. Our programs have helped thousands of people, no matter their age, abilities, or backgrounds, learn important skills and gain useful tools for personal growth.

Over 400 Positive Self Defense Class Reviews

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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.