Learn from someone who understands the dangers you face and the passion to help people in need. You really want to help people to survive or be safe but you also want to know you can protect yourself and people around you.
Tried and tested in
- Crisis Intervention (Mental Health)
- Outreach Youth Work
- Drop in Centres
- Crisis Accommodation for street present youth age 12-25 years old
- No record of excessive force or investigations in use of force, - Only glowing recommendations in crisis intervention.
Hi and welcome! I have worked in the youth, disability and mental health sectors as a frontline worker and enjoyed every minute of it. I am the co-founder of The Portfolio Project an initiative that connects disadvantaged youth and people with a disability to the creative industry.
My martial arts credentials are:
- 5th Degree Black Belt in Japanese Jiu Jitsu
- Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
- 3rd Degree Black Belt in Karate
- Certified Instructor in Close Quarter Combat
- 4th Degree Black Belt in Budo Taijutsu
- 1st Degree Black Belt in Judo
What I understand well is:
- Principles not a collection of techniques that work under pressure
- Understanding of proportionate use of force for the workplace
- How to teach these principles so you have a go to back up if in a crisis situation
