Testimonials describe participants’ experiences at the time. Current training arrangements, availability and pricing may differ.
“I attended Mindset's 2 day self-defence workshop for women and was highly impressed. The workshop was excellent in both content and delivery, and incredible value for such a low fee. It was fantastic to have such an important and empowering learning opportunity in my local community centre. This is such an essential experience for women and I plan to attend again to help maintain and further develop my self-defence skills. Thank you Charlie and Sarah for all you do!
G.H
“I work for a not-for-profit and assist persons who are marginalised in our society because of their sexuality, immigration status, or both. Finding a trainer that would welcome us and treat everyone with respect was my priority, and Charlie did not let us down. He was friendly, respectful, and we all felt comfortable to learn from him. The workshop was highly informative and dynamic, and every participant were excited about what they learned from him.
Lucas Lopes Rodrigues, BiCultural Peer Worker, STTARS (Survivors of Torture and Trauma Assistance and Rehabilitation Service - Adelaide)
“Overall, I found the way of defense styles very practical, easy, and interesting, even though I only understood less than 50% of the language. His good way of teaching makes it manageable for any language, he is patient and makes the exercises, much more than the important knowledge, fun.
Workshop participant, STTARS (Adelaide)
“Personally, I really liked the way he explained each step for defending ourselves, especially the patience and dedication he showed to each one of us.
Workshop participant, STTARS (Adelaide)
“I did a weekend workshop with Charlie in April and it was great. It took me out of my comfort zone and Charlie is incredibly supportive. I have also started weekly group classes with Charlie and it is clear that he is passionate about women being able to defend themselves. Thank you Charlie for making this so accessible.
Victoria Ashby (Adelaide)
“I have attended a class and a weekend workshop. I recommend this group. Charlie is a brilliant teacher. The sessions are fun, practical and interactive. It is lovely to meet other ladies, make some friends, build some skills and add some additional exercise to my week.
Rhycea Clifton (Adelaide)
“Had day 1. OMG so good. So much info and so practical. I’m looking forward to tomorrow. Finished the second day of this course on a real high. 12 hours of training in real life scenarios, delivered with humour and great skill. I have done mixed martial arts for about 15 yrs but this workshop showed me how much I dont know. Thanks Charlie for a great weekend, I am looking forward to your next workshop.
Sue Kerr (Adelaide)
“Brilliant course, Charlie! So practical, so clever and lots of opportunity to learn and practice. Loved it!! Tired tonight, but feeling much more confident that I can defend myself if I need to. Thank you so much!
Cathy Hayles (Adelaide)
“Just finished the MINDSET women’s self defence course, 11th and 12th April with the fab Charlie Riley. Thanks Charlie for sharing your extensive knowledge of self defence in a fun, supportive way. Really enjoyed it and would 100% recommend to others.
Lynne Humphries (Adelaide)
“This was a great course! It was extensive and covered so many real life scenarios, which is what I was hoping for. Sarah our tutor was top notch and put in a lot of effort explaining what was best to try (and probably not try) and why, in different situations. Thanks so much Sarah, much appreciated!
Janine Dunlop
“Thank you so much Sarah for an amazing self-defence workshop. It was fun, informative, thought provoking and so beneficial to our well-being. Keep up the great mahi!
Monique Yandall, Graeme Dingle Foundation
“I fairly enjoyed our self-defence course! It was cool taking part in something that was different and for the team to step out of our comfort zone. I wish we did things like that more often! Thanks for an amazing day and hope we can run it back for another session, some other time.
Seko Lui, Graeme Dingle Foundation
