ASP Be Your Own Defender (BYOD)

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The ASP Be Your Own Defender course is a dynamic, hands-on training experience designed to empower individuals to take control of their personal safety. This course provides practical skills and strategies for recognizing, avoiding, and responding to threats, emphasizing situational awareness, conflict de-escalation, and effective self-defense techniques.


Key Topics Covered:

- Understanding personal safety and situational awareness
- Recognizing and responding to potential threats
- Strategies for de-escalation and conflict avoidance
- Practical self-defense techniques for common scenarios
- Legal and ethical considerations of self-defense

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for anyone seeking to enhance their personal safety skills, including professionals, students, community members, and those new to self-defense. No prior experience is required.

Duration: Approximately 3-4 hoursFormat: In-person, interactive training with hands-on practice
Take charge of your safety and learn to Be Your Own Defender!

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Take the first step towards a rewarding career in the private security industry by enrolling in one of our comprehensive training programs. At Guardian Training Center, we are committed to empowering you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in your career. Learn more about our courses and book your training today.

2-3 hours - $100 (includes 9-piece training kit and live Defender pepper spray worth $100)

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