Everyday Self Defence

This intensive training programme is designed to elevate the effectiveness of security teams by focusing on decision-making, communication and teamwork. It builds upon basic SIA training, enhancing officers' skills and confidence through discussions, presentations and practical scenarios.

Who It’s For

Professional security teams seeking to improve their cohesion, decision-making abilities and response strategies during challenging situations.

What You’ll Learn

Participants will:

Make accurate decisions quickly

Understand core skills of a professional security team

Apply effective conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques

Execute team-based escorting and holding techniques

Recall and report actions after an incident

Legal considerations for security professionals.

How It Works

The course is delivered as a six-hour in-person workshop. It incorporates discussions, team-based exercises and sharing industry experiences to enhance team cohesion.

Why Choose This Course?

Effective teamwork and skill-building are crucial for security teams to respond confidently in times of challenge and crisis. This course ensures your team is focused and aligned with your operational protocols.

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Client Testimonials

"This course was fantastic - ESD really took the time to understand our needs and tailor it to the way we work. This will help to strengthen my team and the overall way that we deliver our service".

Gareth, Community Safety Manager, LGBT Foundation

"Very interesting, salient and valuable course. Out of all the de-escalation training I have had, this has been the best and most useful. The was course was delivered in an accessible and very approachable manner with relevant real life scenarios"

Mid & North East Essex Mind

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"The course was delivered with excellence and it gave my team the confidence they needed to be able to deal with challenging behaviour in a safe and controlled way."

Service Manager, Shiloh Rotherham

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"The instructors were fantastic, extremely friendly and approachable, and their knowledge was fantastic. Very encouraging and patient! This is the best course our company has ever provided for us!”

Field Technician, Virgin Media O2

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"If you are looking to develop and improve the skills of your security team then I can highly recommend ESD as a training provider. The trainers are clearly very knowledgeable with a wealth of experience. The team learned a lot and they really enjoyed it, especially the practical work."

Security Manager, Fishmongers Hall

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"Being a lone worker you leave yourself open to numerous circumstances where you can be attacked and injured just for being in the wrong place at the wrong time. The techniques are some but effective regardless of size or strength"

Field Technician, Virgin Media O2

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"I found the de-escalation training with Everyday Self Defence interesting and relevant. The information was presented in a matter of fact way making it accessible and the learning process enjoyable. I would recommend it to anyone to help navigate the ups and downs of daily life"

Mid & North East Essex, Mind

Public Sector

"We approached ESD to provide conflict resolution training for our public sector staff, addressing the challenges of front-facing roles. They customised the training to suit the needs of each department. Feedback from trainees was overwhelmingly positive. We wouldn't hesitate to engage ESD again in the future."

Head of Community Safety & Corporate Security, Enfield Council

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“I would recommend this course to anybody, to boost their confidence and their skills to keep themselves safe.”

Team Member, SKY

General Courses

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De-Escalation Training

Equip your team with techniques to defuse tense situations and prevent conflicts from escalating.

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Self Defence Training

Provide employees with practical self-defence skills tailored for the corporate environment.

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Self Defence For Women

Empower female staff with strategies and techniques to enhance their personal safety.

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Customised Training

Develop bespoke training programs addressing your organisation’s unique safer staff challenges.

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