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How To Teach Children Self Defense
Four-hour REAL Self Defense In-Person Seminar

10:00am - 2:00pm
Saturday, 13 June 2026
McCauley Boys & Girls Club
Gymnasium Area
9425 109A-avenue NW
Edmonton, AB T5H 1G1
(located in the Little Italy district)

Only Adults Can Register For This Course.  Children Are Not Permitted.

Program Details:

Learn to instruct kids with a generalized, universal personal protection plan to keep them safe.

This event is for concerned citizens, parents, guardians and instructors. You will learn the mindset, methods and curriculum needed to coach children in life saving and empowering skills.

Course Overview

• Overview of a safety-skill gameplan built for kids
• Defining expectations and rules for students
• Co-ordination, balance and warm-up routines
• Learn S.A.F.E. – Situational Awareness For Everyone
• Reliable, easy to use physical tactics
• How to explain "context" to young people
• Ideas for games, challenges and rewards

Course Teaching Methdology

This course is designed to be energetic, educational & enjoyable 
• Lecture and discussion components
• Technique skills & drills practice
• Question & Answer session

How to Participate:

  • Advanced Registration Required: Click the blue button below and complete your order.
  • ​Check Your Inbox: You should receive a confirmation email with all the details.
  • ​Mark Your Calendar: Mark the dates on your calendar and we'll see you at the BGC Gymnasium!
  • ​Follow Up Communication: Coach Davy will contact you before the event by phone, text message or email.
​If you have any questions or are interested in a Discounted Group Rate we want to hear from you. Do not hesitate to get in touch.
We look forward to helping you learn to empower children in your community!

More Information:

Who is the instructor?
Coach Davy is a certified expert-level REAL Self Defense instructor who has been teaching kid's martial arts and self defense since 2009. He instructs the self-defence based Kung Fu Pandas at City of Edmonton Recreation Centres every Thursday and has over 25 years of total training experience. Davy is also is a father of a 10 year old child, which is why he feels it is so important to transfer these essential life-skills to parents, guardians and people who work with children and youth.
Will there be strenuous physical activity?
The seminar has moderate activity suitable for most fitness levels. Everyone arrives with different abilities and levels of fitness. As with all our training programs, everyone progresses at their own pace and level.

I have no background in martial arts or self-defense. Can I learn this?
The skills involve gross motor movements that are natural to the body. NO complicated techniques or finesse will be required. People are pleasantly surprised at how easy and natural it is. It is also a perfect compliment to people who already have some martial arts experience.

What is the format of the event?
Throughout the course we will alternate between lecture, discussion and physical training keep participants fresh and engaged. This is the optimal format for learning and retention. It avoids overloading the mind with too much information and avoids tiring the body.

How do you address traumatic past history? I'm concerned about the physical contact in the training.
This is a common concern for many people who seek out self defense. You are not alone. We emphasize a safe training environment, both physically and psychologically. This includes going at your own pace and comfort level, including opting out of any exercise or taking breaks as needed. All physical skills are practiced solo, on striking pads, with an instructor or a specifically chosen partner in an atmosphere that emphasizes having fun while we learn.

We have witnessed again and again the power that self defense training can have for empowering the individual and giving back a sense of safety, confidence, and control. The feedback we hear most often from those with a traumatic past history is that they feel safe and comfortable in our environment and start to get their power back through training.

What do we need to do in preparation for this seminar?
Arrive early if possible. Various paper forms must be read, understood, signed and completed prior to the event (ie. registration information, emergency contacts, liability waiver, Par-Q, first aid/911 emergency response waiver, etc.) Completion and review of these forms is mandatory for anyone to participate.

Please be ready for action! Bare feet or indoor athletic shoes, water bottle, snacks and a notepad should be part of your training kit. Please wear comfortable clothing that does not restrict your movement. 

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Register for How To Teach Children Self Defense

Four-hour REAL Self Defense In-Person Seminar In Edmonton

Saturday, 13 June 2026,  10:00am - 2:00pm

$70

Cancellation: 48 hour advanced notice is required for any cancellation. we require 10 business days to process refunds.

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