These courses are one of the facilities of the SDF Dave Turton is most proud of.
Dave has always thought that the 'old' idea of only those with Black Belts could teach self-defence was ludicrous, and so the Diploma Courses were born.They have proven VERY popular and since their inception, (The SDF has awarded 100s of Diplomas producing some exceptional instructors with the understanding of good realistic self defence.)



We believe S D F Diploma Courses are unique in the martial arts and self-protection world.
For much too long it has been assumed that just because someone has reached Black Belt (or equivalent) level in a 'martial art', that this level automatically makes them a 'self-defence instructor as well, and that ONLY Black Belts can teach self-defence and self-protection. This isn't so, nor should it be!



Please make sure you understand that these Diplomas are not nor can ever be an instructor' qualification in ANY Martial Art. They are authorisations to TEACH BASIC SELF-DEFENCE & SELF-PROTECTION METHODS. That is all. The S D F Diploma Courses are designed for that purpose and ANYONE who meets the basic criteria can apply to take any or all of the Diploma Courses. You need NOT be of Black Belt status to become an Official SDF
Instructor.

However, there are certain aspects you will NOT be allowed to do until such time as you become qualified to do so, these are:Proper realistic self-protection and self-defence tuition should include at least 60% of the so-called 'soft skills', and cover the subjects of
"How to Teach" ... "The Theories & Principles of Self-Defence" etc.It isn't enough to just know and teach some physical techniques, especially so if the students are NOT martial arts students, but people from all walks of life who simply want to learn some methods of being safer.



Each Diploma Instructor's qualification allows you to TEACH that Level only. You may NOT issue Grading’s in that subject, however you can issue 'attendance' certificates.you can only teach the Course Contents as they are written down, with obvious allowances for 'individual personal approaches'.You can advertise that you are an instructor with the SDF, but may NOT state that you teach the SDF's own SDF Self-Defence System until such time as you qualify to do so.



So, what are the Criteria to apply to take one or more of these SDF Instructor's Diploma Courses?

1. You MUST be 18 years and over. This is totally due to our Insurer's restrictions.
2. You must have NO convictions or any violent crime.
3. You must give honest and complete details on the Diploma Instructor's Application Form. People will be mildly 'vetted' before being accepted on to any Diploma Courses.

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That's it!



THE DIPLOMA COURSES NOTE FEES LISTED ARE FROM 1ST JANUARY 2010.

LEVEL ONE: COMPLETE BASIC LEVEL SELF-DEFENCE INSTRUCTOR:



This as stated is the first of the Diploma Courses and covers all BASIC aspects of Self-Protection and Self-Defence tuition. Covered are such aspects as: The differences between self-defence and the martial arts ... The Law and self-defence ... the Colour Code ... Pre-emptive movements ... Awareness, Avoidance & Escape ... Power Talking ... simple basic Physical Intervention methods ... and much more.The final product is an instructor will understanding of all the basic methods of personal safety and self-protection., and authorise the holder to teach BASIC self-defence methods under the SDF banner. Many people often take just the Level One Diploma Award and are content to teach basic self-defence using just this one.

The cost for this Diploma Course is £200 for non SDF members (This fee includes ONE year's SDF membership) and £150.00 for SDF & Affiliate members. Course duration is ONE DAY (approx 7 hours)

Please note that no-one is permitted to take Levels 2-6 unless they have completed Level One, or hold an acceptable equivalent from another organisation.



LEVEL TWO: COMPLETE LADIES' SELF-DEFENCE INSTRUCTOR.

This is not just a diploma for female instructors, but for this instructors teaching self-defence to females. It covers those subjects either unique to, or more common to females, and teaches such subjects as: Domestic Violence ... Sexual Assaults ... Drug Rape or Assault ... Rape or Rape Attempts… Muggings etc. The resulting Instructor is well versed in all aspects of female self-protection and self-defence. The cost for this Diploma Course is: £120.00.. Duration @ 6 hours.



LEVEL THREE: ADVERSE SITUATION & MULTIPLE ATTACKERS INSTRUCTOR.

This Course covers self-defence situations other than just standing facing an opponent, including: Seated, Kneeing & Lying, Restriction areas, such as doorways, cars, stairs etc. Also covered are the special methods used to deal with more than ONE attacker. The Cost for this Diploma Course is: £ 100.00 ... duration @ 4-6 hours



 

LEVEL FOUR: STREET WEAPONS SELF-DEFENCE INSTRUCTOR

This Course is what it says ... Self-Defence against the most common STREET weapons. Not Spears or swords, but Knives, Baseball bats, bottles and everyday articles like chairs and chains etc. The cost for this course is: £100.00 ... duration 4-6 hours.



LEVEL FIVE: CHILDREN'S SELF-DEFENCE INSTRUCTOR.

Consisting of TWO modules, No1 is for the younger Junior School ages @7-11 years old, and No2 is for the older children from roughly 11-16 years. Bullying ...'Stranger Danger' ... Peer Pressure and school yard self-defence. The cost for this course is: £100.00 ... duration 4-6 hours.



 

LEVEL SIX: MASTER'S LEVEL AND ASSESSOR'S LEVEL.

On achieving ALL FIVE LEVELS, the Instructor will be classed as: Master's Level Self-Defence Instructor. This then qualifies them to take the Assessor's Level. On becoming an Assessor they are now authorised and qualified to run the Instructor's Diploma Courses themselves and produce NEW Instructors. Fees and duration of this Level can vary because of several criteria. This will be discussed when an Instructor is ready to take the Course.

Each of the actual Instructor's Awards comes with its own 'Title' ....as follows



1. Holders of just the LEVEL ONE Diploma are termed:

LEVEL ONE SDF INSTRUCTOR.



2. Holders of LEVEL ONE & any one other (total of 2) are :

LEVEL TWO SDF INSTRUCTOR.



3. Holders of LEVEL ONE & and two others (total of 3) are :

LEVEL THREE ADVANCED SDF INSTRUCTOR



4. Holders of LEVEL ONE & any three others (total of 4) are:

LEVEL FOUR SENIOR SDF INSTRUCTOR



5. Holders of LEVEL ONE & any four others (total of 5) are:

LEVEL FIVE SENIOR SDF INSTRUCTOR



6. Holders of ALL SIX Diplomas are:

LEVEL SIX SUB-MASTER SDF INSTRUCTOR



7. Holders of ALL SIX & their Masters are;

SDF MASTER ASSESSORS.

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Anyone wishing to know more about these Diploma Courses, or to book a place etc, please contact us: Phone; 01473 725933 or Mobile: 07763941885