CVPSD to Host Violence Prevention and Self-Defense Training at Columbus Grange Community Center
- william demuth
- Sep 1
- 2 min read
Updated: Sep 24
Columbus, NJ – September 1st, 2025 – The Center for Violence Prevention and Self Defense (CVPSD) is proud to announce a Violence Prevention and Self-Defense Training workshop on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the Columbus Grange Community Center, 88 Atlantic Ave, Columbus, NJ 08022.
This empowering event is designed to equip community members with essential skills to recognize, prevent, and respond to potential threats in a safe and effective manner. The workshop, led by CVPSD’s certified instructors, will cover the following practical techniques:
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
Integrated Self Defense Techniques
Open to individuals of all skill levels, the training emphasizes building confidence and fostering a proactive approach to personal safety. Participants will engage in hands-on activities and learn actionable tools to enhance their safety in everyday situations. Event Details:
Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Location: Columbus Grange Community Center, 88 Atlantic Ave, Columbus, NJ 08022
Cost: $20.00
Registration: Contact event organizer abigailhemmes@gmail.com
Phone: 1 609-694-3994
Join CVPSD for this impactful workshop and take the first step toward building a safer, more confident future.
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The Center for Violence Prevention and Self-Defense Training (CVPSD) is a non-profit organization dedicated to research and providing evidence-based training in violence prevention and self-defense.
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.