Center for Violence Prevention and Self-Defense (CVPSD) Delivers Specialized Defensive Tactics Training to Washington DC Pretrial Services Agency Staff
- william demuth
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Center for Violence Prevention and Self-Defense (CVPSD) Delivers Specialized Defensive Tactics Training to Washington DC Pretrial Services Agency Staff
Washington, D.C. — July 26, 2025 — The Center for Violence Prevention and Self-Defense (CVPSD), a national leader in evidence-based self-defense and violence prevention education, has partnered with the Pretrial Services Agency for the District of Columbia (PSA) to deliver specialized defensive tactics training to PSA’s staff.
This collaborative initiative aims to elevate officer preparedness, safety, and conflict management in community supervision settings.
The CVPSD program offers a holistic approach combining practical, trauma-informed physical self-defense skills with advanced instruction in conflict de-escalation, situational awareness, and critical decision-making.
Defensive tactics training sessions are tailored to the unique needs of professionals in the pretrial context, equipping officers with tools to safely and effectively manage encounters with minimal use of force.
“CVPSD is honored to support the PSA’s commitment to officer safety and professional development,” said William DeMuth, CVPSD Training Director. “Our courses empower staff to confidently navigate high-pressure situations, prioritize de-escalation, and protect both themselves and the communities they serve.”
This comprehensive defensive tactics training included:
Conflict resolution and verbal de-escalation strategies
Risk assessment and threat evaluation
Understanding the physiological impact of stress in confrontations
Effective responses to grabs, holds, and physical threats
Trauma-informed approaches to crisis management
PSA’s personnel play a crucial role in supporting court-ordered supervision within the District of Columbia. Enhanced defensive tactics training aligns with PSA’s mission to promote pretrial justice while ensuring community and officer safety.
The training is part of PSA’s ongoing career development efforts, reflecting its dedication to equipping staff with the latest, most effective safety and supervision strategies.
About PSA
The Pretrial Services Agency for the District of Columbia is a federal agency dedicated to promoting pretrial justice and community safety by working with the courts and supporting individuals awaiting trial.
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The Center for Violence Prevention and Self-Defense (CVPSD) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing violence by educating at-risk individuals and communities.
Through a combination of online and in-person training, workshops, and seminars, CVPSD provides practical self-defense skills, violence prevention strategies, risk assessment tools, and guidance on setting personal and relationship boundaries.
Partnering with public and private organizations, schools, nonprofits, community groups, and government agencies—including those under the General Services Administration (GSA)—CVPSD works to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to recognize, avoid, and respond effectively to threats.