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WE TEACH INTEGRATED SELF DEFENSE SKILLS THAT WORK IN THE REAL WORLD.​
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Learn How To Better Manage Fear And Anger
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Perform Better Under Stress
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Gain Critical Situational Awareness Skills
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When And How To Use Verbal De-escalation
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How To to Use Disengagement, and Deterrence
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How To Spot Pre-Attack Indicators
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Setting And Reinforcing Boundaries
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Developing A Proper Mindset
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Use Emotional Intelligence To Prevent Violence
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Learn Protective Congruent Body Language
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Self Defense Techniques
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Nov 22 CVPSD Offers Personal Safety Lecture and Q&A Session at RWJ in Hamilton, NJ
Sept 18 CVPSD's Melissa Dill Nominated for Prestigious Russ Berrie Making a Difference Award
July 1 Center for Violence Prevention and Self Defense (CVPSD) Sponsors New Jersey Conference for Women
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