Women’s Self-Defence That Actually Works — In Just One Class

200,000+ women empowered since 1994 with prevention-first strategies, situational awareness, and simple, high-retention skills that stick.

  • No Experience Needed
    Learn life-saving strategies regardless of size, strength, or fitness.

  • Prevention Comes First
    Avoid confrontation with situational awareness and real-life scenarios.

  • Trauma-Informed Principles

    Train in a safe, respectful, and supportive environment — designed for real people, including those with past trauma or anxiety.

  • Simple, Retainable Skills
    Techniques built on natural reactions — not years of repetition.

  • Confidence That Lasts
    Leave class feeling empowered, not overwhelmed.

Featured On Global TV - Our women’s programs and Self-Defence Parties have been recognized across Canada for their innovative, trauma-informed approach to real-world safety.

Family Self-Defence That Brings Everyone Together

Empower your entire household with safety training designed for families — right from home.

  • Learn Together, Stay Safer Together

    Inclusive training for all ages and abilities — everyone learns side by side.

  • Train at Home, On Your Schedule

    Personalized sessions make it easy to fit safety into busy family life.

  • Real-World Safety Skills

    Practical tools to handle conflict, avoid danger, and defend when necessary.

  • Tailored to Your Needs
    We address your specific family situations, routines, and environments.

  • Boost Confidence as a Unit

    Build communication and safety strategies that strengthen the whole family.

Committed to Indigenous Safety — Training That Respects and Empowers

SAFE works alongside Indigenous communities to build lasting change for those most at risk.

  • Locally-Led Certification

    We train local leaders to deliver prevention-first self-defence to adults, youth, and elders.

  • Community Collaboration

    Trusted by Timiskaming First Nations, Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg, and the Association of Iroquois & Allied Indians.

  • Urgent and Necessary

    Indigenous people face disproportionately high rates of violence — including spousal and sexual assault.

  • Empowerment Through Education

    Our training restores control, dignity, and safety without fear-based instruction.

  • Built for Sustainability

    Programs are designed to continue making an impact long after we're gone.

The High School Program That’s Helped 200,000+ Teens Stay Safe

“SAFE's workshops gave our students practical tools they could actually use — not theory. It's one of the most talked-about sessions each year.”

— Sandy Kaskens, High School Principal, TDSB

Celebrated by students, parents, and educators since 1994 — this isn’t just a school activity, it’s a life skill.

  • Designed for Teens

    Focused on realistic scenarios, confidence-building, and real-world language.

  • Trusted by Educators

    Used by schools across Ontario and beyond for over two decades.

  • Conflict Resolution + Prevention

    Not just defence — we teach how to read, prevent, and avoid danger early.

  • Massive Engagement

    Consistently rated as a favorite by students and PE departments.

  • Real-World Results

    Dozens of stories from students who’ve used what they learned to protect themselves or friends.

Empowering Older Adults with Practical, Supportive Self-Defence


SAFE provides honest, respectful, and age-appropriate self-defence training designed specifically for older adults.

  • Realistic Awareness & Avoidance

    We teach everyday strategies for navigating risk with confidence and calm.

  • Adapted for Physical Limitations

    Techniques are tailored to a variety of health concerns and mobility levels.

  • Confidence Over Fear

    Our training helps older adults regain independence and peace of mind.

  • Humour, Respect & Relevance

    Programs are engaging, approachable, and built for retention — not intimidation.

  • Trusted by Community Centres

    Recommended by senior leaders across Ontario for being inclusive and empowering.

Protect Your People — Self-Defence & Conflict Training for the Workplace

“100% of participants felt more skilled, engaged, and empowered. Chris brings energy and practical tools to every room.” - Ontario Teachers' Plan

SAFE helps businesses create safer, more confident teams with flexible, prevention-first training options.

  • Workplace Violence Prevention

    Covering everything from harassment to travel safety and personal defence.

  • Flexible Formats

    Choose from lunch-and-learns, half-day sessions, or customized workshops.

  • Industry-Agnostic

    We’ve worked with teachers, healthcare staff, corporate teams, and nonprofits.

  • Staff Engagement

    Participants leave educated, empowered, and ready to apply what they’ve learned.

  • Proven Feedback

    100% of past corporate clients said their teams felt more confident after training.

One-on-One Training Built Just for You


Personalized self-defence and conflict skills tailored to your goals, comfort level, and daily reality.

  • Individual Focus

    Learn at your pace, with real-time feedback and coaching.

  • Custom Safety Planning

    Your lifestyle, your challenges, your solutions.

  • Build Skills Faster

    Maximize retention with personalized instruction and real-world examples.

  • Ideal for All Levels

    Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine, we tailor every session.

  • Practical & Confidence-Boosting

    You’ll walk away with tools you can use immediately — and trust when it matters.

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Why I Started SAFE – A Message from Chris Roberts


After witnessing violence firsthand, I made it my mission to teach self-defence that actually works. Over the last 30 years, I’ve trained 200,000+ people in practical, real-world safety strategies.

SAFE is built on one goal: helping people get home safe.

Chris Roberts, Founder