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FUNTIONAL SELF-PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN
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Our final program targets arguably the most vulnerable sector of today's society- Children and in particular under 16's. Over the last few years case after case has occurred where children have been abducted, abused and subsequently murdered. As such children and their protection is an issue that creates its own justification.

Case studies such as the abduction and murder of Sarah Payne, the disappearance of schoolgirl Amanda 'Millie' Dowler, the disappearance and murder of Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman, the more recent racist murder of 'A' Level student Anthony Walker and of course the ongoing; terribly sad case of Madeleine McCann just highlight the fact that we cannot keep a protective arm around our children all the time. A sensitive subject such as self-protection for children thus, must be treated seriously.

The Self-protection Network (in association with its 'sister' group(s) the Tokon Academy and KombatClinic.com) is responsible for devising a set of weekly- after school- classes that act as great sessions to mobilise children into physical activity, teach social skills in abundance and endeavour to school children in drills to stay aware and safe all the time. Children that enrol onto our course not only develop essential awareness skills but heightened self-esteem, respect and humility, improved attention and coordination and through staggered grading examinations experience a measured progression rarely found in other after school clubs.

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Structured progression and reward
Martial arts training in various arts and sports.
Regular grading examinations.
Merit badge examinations, a student of the month system, 'star of the week' awards.
A unique modular system (including technical requirements from required syllabus).
End of year awards ceremony.
Tiered mentoring, 'buddy', TEAM system amongst children.
Skill acquisition
Effective striking and kicking training through the use of various equipment.
Joint locks and strangulation techniques.
Escapes and avoidance strategies.
Instruction on safe takedowns and throws with break falling skills included.
Summer camps.
Subsidized seminars with World, European and British champion martial artists.
Homework tasks and theorised sessions/KOMBAT Clinics.
Social cohesion
Effective anti-bullying strategies.
Structured TEAM activity across whole organisation.
FREE monthly e-newsletter.
Charity & fundraising events.
Physical fitness development
Enhanced strength, flexibility and speed.
Enhanced reactions, attention span and concentration.
Enhanced metabolism (combating childhood obesity levels).
Calmer, more responsive children.