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Read feedback from people and organisations who have attended MINDSET self-defence workshops, Adelaide classes and one-to-one training. Experiences include women’s workshops, community groups, education providers and workplace teams. Testimonials retain their original locations and historical context.

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Sarah was an excellent instructor. She was well spoken and clear. In all fairness I commend her even more for putting up with our group. What appealed more to me personally was seeing how much energy she could put out – which gave myself the confidence ‘if she can do it I can do it’. The class was fun, I learnt a lot. I also love how she laughed along side our group. Sara didn’t sugar coat situation; she was very direct. The way she also included herself in some of our activities was also great as it added that extra element of surprise for the people she joined in with. Would highly recommend her to any groups and would love for her to come back to teach us more.

Lilli Vea, Graeme Dingle Foundation

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)

I just completed a two day course with Sarah, Carrie and Mandy. They were so welcoming, non judgemental and cater to every ability and confidence levels in the class. What they taught was eye opening, using common real life scenarios that could happen and what you can do to get out of them. They do not sugar coat things either, be prepared to get physical and mentally challenged - this is great for practising for real life scenario. I thoroughly enjoyed myself and I will definitely be back! It was a challenging fun two days. Thank you guys!

Meizi Ho

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Awesome Charlie - so appreciate the time and effort you put into these courses. Full on, bruises, ripped shirt, takes you out of your comfort zone but I am buzzing. I won't remember everything but hopefully enough, and I will be back in the future. Highly recommended - a must for all

Amira Beadsmore

I attended Charlie's self defence class in Helensville on Saturday and it was awesome! It is physically demanding and I am covered in bruises but I learnt so much. Charlie keeps it real and gives you plausible scenarios and how the hell to get yourself of them. Fantastic class of women who gave it their all and plenty of humour to keep you motivated!

Samantha Spray

This is an excellent course every woman should do. You come away feel confident and empowered that you can get yourself out of that awful situation if it ever arises. Thanks heaps Charlie.

Rachael McKay

Self Defence Sessions run by NZ SELF DEFENCE CHAMPION...CHARLIE, what a great 2 nights, Big thanks to Charlie who helped our youth group learn how to safely defend themselves in many situations. Highly Experienced and recommended.

Laith Wazzy

Brilliant day - didn't know what to expect and learned heaps. Think you wore the girls out.

Ian Collins

Highly recommended, thank you Chae I really appreciate the time you give to us!!

Tania Vallance

This free workshop for women pushed me outside my physical and mental barriers to show me that I can fight off a potential offender. The class was made up of all ages and fitness levels and everyone discovered that using techniques shown by SAFE Self Defence, we could all be empowered not to be a victim of assault. Do it!

Amy Jacobsen

Thank you for giving women an opportunity to learn how to defend themselves effectively and honestly. It was a day of pushing me out of my comfort zone but gained some fantastic techniques and confidence by the end.. as well as a couple of bruises, but totally worth it. Highly recommend!

Paula Jacobsen

Really enjoyed learning ways to keep safe - the tactics were easy to learn and practical. Thank you

Claire Muir

I’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for providing the self defence classes, and for the amazing instruction you have given Izzy over the last 2 terms. The realistic scenarios and the responses to them that you have taught her have instilled confidence in Izzy which has carried forward into other aspects of her life. As parents of a 16 year old girl, who due to living in a variety of countries has had a rather sheltered life, we are incredibly grateful to you for giving her the skills to get out of and away from dangerous situations. We particularly appreciate the prevention and getting away as soon as possible aspect of the instruction, as it is all to easy for a teenager to consider themselves “invincible” and get involved where they shouldn’t. We would strongly recommend your course to any teenage girl, to enlighten her on the realities of the world out there, and how to avoid and, if necessary, deal with and get away from them.

Samantha & Martin Devlin

I have come out extremely bruised, was very physical but totally worth pushing through the physical and mental challenges. Great instructor and techniques that anyone can do!! Glad I stuck it out!!

Alisha Schumacher

Such an awesome course, learned so much and have the combat tattoos to prove it haha. No matter your age or level of technique, fitness etc, if you have the right attitude you will get loads out of it. Charlie is a fantastic teacher, he takes what he does seriously and is passionate and thorough - I feel confident and empowered, and keep going over the moves in my head! Ten outta ten, thank you

Hannah Pheonix

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