Hard Target Self Defence Academy
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Hard Target Self Defence Systems My name is Aidan Carroll and I am the founder of Hard Target Self Defence Systems. Hard Target was founded in 2006 with an objective to teach self protection skills that can be taught to all ages, fitness levels, both male & female.
My aim was to seek out what really works under pressure. As I say at the start of any class or seminar I teach " I will not teach any technique that I have not successfully used in a live conflict or completely pressure tested".
I devised the system based on my 30 years of experience cross training in different types of martial arts and combative systems. This knowledge combined with many years dealing with REAL violence , while providing security on night club doors, is the essence of what the system is based on- gross motor, realistic, functional techniques. I now teach the Hard Target system in many schools, colleges and government agencies. I am also actively involved in training security personnel and close protection operatives.
The curriculum covers a wide range of self defence training. Here is a sample of what is covered on a regular basis -
Developing a Self Protection game plan.
Understanding the criminal's mind-set & M/O.
How to recognise the pre-cursors of an attack.
Developing a combative mind-set.
Understanding adrenaline reaction - Pre conflict, in conflict and post conflict.
How to strike with feet, knee's, elbow's, hands and head.
The use of improvised weapons.
Defence against edged weapons.
Defence against baton, bats etc.
Defence against firearms.
Ground fighting & grappling.
Third party protection.
Release from chokes, strangles and grabs.
Fitness training for combatives.
Self Defence & the law and much more.
We also invite some of the most respected names in the world to give seminars & workshops in self defence.
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facebook.comDo you trust your intuition? Did you know Intuition is the language our consciousness uses to communicate with us! Why then, do so many of us ignore these signals and end up in difficult or dangerous situations? Listening to this inner voice is key when it comes to self protection and self defence. To find out more on this subject, why not come along to our weekend course this Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 16th & 17th, 10am-3pm. Lunch included, free parking. Suitable for 16yrs+ and all fitness levels. Other topics covered: - What does your body say about you? (body language). - Victim selection - from the predator's perspective. - Why 'people pleasing' has no place in self protection. - Using your voice, the power of persuasion. - Keeping your ego in check and the red mist at bay. - The colour codes of awareness. - The physiological effects of adrenalin on the body (fight/flight) - Protecting your personal space using the 'fence' technique. - Defences from wrist grabs, hair pulls etc. - Defences from chokes, strangles etc. - A certificate of completion will be awarded to each attendee. Book your place online hardtargetselfdefence.com call us 01 807 5037 or email info@hardtargetselfdefence.com
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Which do you value most - Your life or your phone?! In this short clip, our teens are underlining the importance of handing over material items. Do not allow ego cloud your better judgement.
Our Teens 'Introduction to Edged Weapons Defences' workshop was a great success. Thanks to Lorraine Mooney of Dyspraxia Ireland for organising the event. It's always a pleasure to host these workshops for the teens. The morning was a great learning curve and thoroughly enjoyed by all :)
Hard Target Mindset: Our spiritual growth comes about from our life experiences. When we cross paths with those who choose to insult, be rude or unpleasant towards us... these people are our greatest spiritual teachers in disguise.
Reminder: Kidz & Teenz Self Protection & Self Defence classes back on Wednesday, September 6th. Group 1 (7-11yrs) 6.30pm-7.30pm and Group 2 (12-16yrs) 7.30pm-8.30pm. http://hardtargetselfdefence.com/product/kids-kombat
Hard Target Mindset: "This, too, will pass" As we go through our journey of life, we will experience good times and bad. An affirmation that always helps me is "this, too, will pass". An understanding to accept that times of joy and times of sadness will pass. It helps me to create an holistic balance along my journey.
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King Noah is finally ready for training!!! #timeisflyingby
Some great memories from our Kidz Kombat Anti Bullying Summer Camp
Our 2017 summer camps have come to an end ;( Thanks to everyone who took part. Fun was foremost, friends were made but the best part for us was witnessing the participants confidence growing right before our very eyes! Well done to everyone. Hopefully we'll see some of you back at our weekly classes starting Wednesday, September 6th. (Kids and teens receiving their certificates). #kidsselfdefence #teensselfdefence #antibullying #stopstayback #askinformdefend #hardtargetselfdefence
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