It's not surprising that we are finding an increasing amount of people contacting us to enquire about Krav Maga & Self Defence training in Ireland. Unprovoked attacks, muggings and sexual assault are on the increase on the streets of Ireland. A survey was carried out by the MRBI April 2004 and found that a staggering 80% of the population are nervous walking the streets at night.. Krav Maga is the most battle tested self defense and hand to hand combat system in the world today.
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Krav Maga Gift Certificates
Our Gift Certificates are a great gift that can be used for any special occasion. This gift can then be used to book any Krav Maga Course or Seminar.
Our Class Structure
We get many emails asking how we structure our classes. Let me clarify. We have regular classes at the Hard Target School of Self Defence on Monday, Thursday and Fridays in addition to regular weekend seminars. All classes run continually throughout the year. The reason why I structure them into six week phases is that it is simply easier to manage and maintain progressive training. All students who complete a 6 week phase or a 2 day introduction course automatically become a member of the school. They are then presented with their membership book which contains a record of all training conducted in the Hard Target School as well as list of all techniques that the students has studied, mastered and graded in. Hope this helps. Past students don't forget to send us in 2 passport size colour photos signed and dated on the back. When I receive them I will post out your yearly membership book- the first year is free. Once you receive your membership book you can avail of up to 25% discount on Hard Target courses (excluding guest instructor seminars)
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NEXT COURSE DATES |
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COURSE |
VENUE |
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CURRICULUM DETAIL |
COURSE STATUS |
PAYMENT |
| Monday Nights |
27th September - 8th November ( classes on Oct 25th will be postponed to the following Monday due to the bank holiday) |
7.00pm - 8.00pm |
Combat Fitness |
Hard Target School of Self Defence, Unit 7, Redleaf Business Park, North County Dublin |
EUR90.00 for Members or EUR120 for Non Members |
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Monday Night 13th Sept
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Monday Night 13th Sept |
8.15pm - 9.15pm |
Sanovitae Health & Fitness Club in Association with Hard Target Self Defence
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Sanovitae Health and Fitness Club, Clarion Hotel, IFSC, Dublin |
FREE |
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| Wednesday Nights |
25th August - 29th Sept |
8.00pm - 9.00pm |
Boot Camp |
Portmarnock Beach |
EUR120 |
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| Thursday Nights |
Thursday Sept 2nd - Thursday October 7th |
7:00pm - 8:30pm |
Thursday Night Self Defence |
Hard Target School of Self Defence, Unit 7, Redleaf Business Park, North County Dublin |
EUR90.00 for Members or EUR120 for Non Members |
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| Friday Nights |
Friday 17th September -Friday 22nd October |
7.00pm - 8.30pm |
Friday Night Self Defence |
Hard Target School of Self Defence, Unit 7, Redleaf Business Park, North County Dublin |
EUR90.00 for Members or EUR120 for Non Members |
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| Friday Nights |
September 24th, October 1st, October 8th, October 15th, October 22nd and October 29th |
7.00pm - 8.15pm |
Hard Target Self Defence in association with Westpark Fitness |
West Park FitnessWestpark Fitness, Greenhills Road, Tallagh, Dublin 24 |
EUR120 |
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| Saturday & Sunday |
September 18 & 19th 2010 |
10am - 3.00pm |
2 Day Self Defence Course |
Hard Target School of Self Defence, Unit 7, Redleaf Business Park, North County Dublin |
EUR140 |
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Course Curriculum Detail:
Combat Fitness - Monday Nights
Classes on Oct 25th will be postponed to the following Monday due to the bank holiday
Once we receive your booking deposit of EUR60 your place is secure, you can then pay the remaining balance on the first night- balance of EUR30 for members and EUR60 for non members. All classes are open to everyone-regardless of your age*, fitness level, male or female. At the moment we have husbands, wives, sons and daughters all training together. Every class is different, challenging and above all great fun for everyone.
The class is a great workout and includes:
- Pad-work
- Power punching
- Power kicking
- Circuit training
- Ground-work
- Plyometrics
- Core conditioning
- And lots more.
- Come along I know you will enjoy it.
*Under 18's will need parental permission.
FREE Self Defence Seminar
Can you protect yourself and your loved ones?
Give us a few hours of your time and we will give the skills, tactics and knowledge.
Aidan Carroll - head coach and founder of Hard Target Self Defence Systems will be presenting a FREE seminar at
The Sanovitae Health and Fitness Club- Clarion Hotel IFSC Dublin on Monday 13th September. All are welcome. This is a free seminar open to all – member and non members, young, old, male and female.
Topics will include:
* How to understand body language before conflict
* Verbal de-escalation skills
* How to develop a self protection game plan
* Understanding the criminal mindset
* Understanding adrenaline release and associated side effects
* Self Defence and the Law in Ireland.
This seminar is an introduction for people who may be interested in attending a six week ( certified ) self defence course at the Sanovitae Health and Fitness Club.
Venue:
Sanovitae Health and Fitness Club, Clarion Hotel, IFSC, Dublin
Date: Monday 13th September
Time: 8:15pm- 9:15pm
For further details or to book your place please contact Paul on +353 1 4338877 or email
sanovitae@clarionhotelifsc.com
Early booking is strongly advised.
Wednesday Night - Boot Camp at Portmarnock Beach
FOCUS FITNESS PERSONAL TRAINING & HARD TARGET SELF DEFENCE IRELAND would like to Present our new Boot Camp - 6 Week Course
Hard Target Self Defence Ireland has developed a programme that brings boot camp style training to a new level. There is only one person who can change your Lifestyle & Health and that is you! Only you have the power to be who you want to be, to find your Weakness and to turn them into your Strengths. Achieve your goals and become the person you want to be. This unique Six Week Course offers an excellent opportunity to Tone Up & Lose Weight While Learning How To Defend Yourself and your Loved one�s - through our unique Martial Arts Hard Target Self Defence .
Our highly trained instructors are successfully qualified as:
- 1st Dan Black Belt Instructor of Self Defence
- Combat Conditioning Coach
- Occupational First Aid (including the use of an AED).
Created by our highly qualified Personal Trainer/ Self Defence Instructor Aidan Carroll our Martial Arts Boot Camp is designed for both men/women of all ages and fitness levels. He seen a gap in the market for a this unique style of Boot Camp and
The Course Curriculum covers:
- Circuit Training
- Plyometrics
- Kettle Bell Drills
- Body Weight Exercises
- Power Bags
- Punching and Kicking Drills
- And Much More
Benefits of the Course:
- Weight Loss
- Increased Fitness
- Muscle Toning
- Fat Loss
- Improved Posture
- Core Conditioning
- Improved Co-ordination
- Self Defence Tactics
- As an added bonus we also give each client a nutrition plan to supplement the training
Thursday Night Class( Beginners Welcome)
This class is open to everyone. If you wish to grade you can work your way through the system at whatever pace suits you. There are many techniques and skills to master, but no one technique is more advanced than another. For example there are 25 techniques to master. Due to the popularity of this class, I decided to introduce a pre-booking system. Anyone who is interested in attending must book for a period of 6 weeks. Members & non members must pay a booking deposit or EUR60 to secure a place with the balance payable on arrival at the Hard Target School of Self Defence. The cost of each 6 week course is EUR120 for non members & EUR 90 for members
You also have the option of posting a cheque or postal order made payable to Focus Fitness, postal address is Hard Target School of Self Defence, Unit 7 Redleaf Business Park, Turvey, North County Dublin, or alternatively drop by the school to book your place. Please note all booking must reach us one week before the start of each training phase.
Below is a sample of the curriculum covered in the Thursday class
* Rape Escape Tactics.
* How to deal with aggressive and drunk individuals.
* The law and self defence regarding pre-emptive striking.
* Release from common chokes and strangles.
* Understanding body language before conflict and much more.....
Friday Night Self Defence
This class is open to everyone. If you wish to grade you can work your way through the system at whatever pace suits you. There are many techniques and skills to master, but no one technique is more advanced than another. For example there are 25 techniques to master. Due to the popularity of this class, I decided to introduce a pre-booking system. Anyone who is interested in attending must book for a period of 6 weeks. Members & non members must pay a booking deposit or EUR60 to secure a place with the balance payable on arrival at the Hard Target School of Self Defence. The cost of each 6 week course is EUR120 for non members & EUR 90 for members
You also have the option of posting a cheque or postal order made payable to Focus Fitness, postal address is Hard Target School of Self Defence, Unit 7 Redleaf Business Park, Turvey, North County Dublin, or alternatively drop by the school to book your place. Please note all booking must reach us one week before the start of each training phase.
- 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, knees, elbows, 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.
- Self Defence & the Law and much more
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Friday Nights at Westpark Fitness Sept 24th
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Hard Target Self Defence in association with Westpark Fitness Will present a six week beginners self defence course- All are welcome-young, old, fit, unfit, male and female.
Could you protect yourself and your loved ones? Give us a few hours of your time and we will teach you the skills and tactics to make yourself a Hard Target.
Course Curriculum Includes
- Understanding the criminal mindset
- How to develop a self protection game plan
- Understanding fear/adrenaline and associated side effects
- Release from chokes and strangles
- Tactics to defend against someone twice your size
- Knowing when and how to strike
- Understanding body language before conflict
- Self defence and the Law in Ireland
- Defence against the FIST MAN
All who successfully complete the course will be awarded a certificate by Hard Target Self Defence Coach- Matthew Boyle.
This course is filling fast, early booking is strongly advised.
Venue: West Park FitnessWestpark Fitness, Greenhills Road, Tallagh, Dublin 24
Dates: September 24th, October 1st, October 8th, October 15th, October 22nd and October 29th
Price: €120:00
Time: 7-8:15pm
For more information and to book your place please call Matthew on 086 776 1788 or email matthardtarget@gmail.com
Note: This is not a Martial Arts class. The physical techniques shown are only used as a last resort- It is a pure survival system.
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2 Day Self Defence Course Saturday & Sunday
These 2 day courses are always in big demand. The course is open to everyone- young*, old, fit, unfit, male and female. No experience is necessary. Just bring a note-pad, pen, towel and water. Lunch is supplied and all who attend will receive a certificate on successful completion from Chief Instructor Aidan Carroll.
Course Curriculum:
- Understanding body language before conflict
- Protecting your personal space
- Pre-emptive strikes
- Release from chokes & strangles
- Knowing when and how to strike
- Self defence and the law in Ireland
*Due to the realism of the training under 18's will need parental permission.
Early booking is strongly advised
IST & Hard Target Self Defence Close Protection Training Oct 11th - Oct 24th
IST & Hard Target Self Defence presents Close Protection Training - Dublin Course runs from Oct 11th - Oct 24th
Train to be a Bodyguard and gain an internationally recognised qualification. Earn your true potential with this exciting and growing industry. Learn skills needed to become a "protector" providing personal protection for the rich and famous.
Topics covered include:
- Route Planning
- Surveillance
- Law and legislation
- Operational Planning
- Body Protection Drills
- Conflict Management
- Threat and risk assessment
- Reaction to attack
The course is 14 days in duration and is a BTEC Level 3 qualification. Places are limited to keep a good instructor to student ratio so early booking is advised. For further information or to book your place call: +44 20 8133 2065 or email info@intelligentsecuritytraining.com or info@hardtargetselfdefence.com
Self Defence 10 week evening course beginning in Pobalscoil Rosmini
Get fit while learning to protect yourself. Course curriculum includes: Escapes from chokes, strangles, grabs, abduction, how to read body language before an attack, self-defence and the law and much more.
Tuesday September 21st
Time: 7.30-9.30 Fee: €135 Course
Anyone interested in booking a place on this course visit www.pobalscoilrosmini.ie
Course Code: T12
Learn Krav Maga in the Munster area.
If you are interested in one to one or group training in the Munster area, please contact Steve Folan on 086 - 3193174 or visit Steves website at Krav Maga Cork
Corporate Day Self Defence
Why not try some thing different for your corporate day?
It might be the only chance you ever get to hit the boss!
This is a 4 hour lesson teaching simple techniques that anyone can do regardless of fitness levels. Topics for the day include:
- How to make yourself a hard target
- How to read body language before an attack
- Knowing when and how to strike
- Learn about self defense & the law
- Understanding the mindset of an attacker
- Release from chokes, strangles, grabs
- Defending yourself from the ground
And much more. But the fun really is kept till last, when all participants have to walk the gauntlet.
This is a real feel good course that may some day help to save your life. A light breakfast is offered and lunch is provided. All participants have access to saunas and showers, and free unlimited parking, but for those who don't want to drive www.kravmaga.ie will provided a mini bus for all. A full bar is open at the club so you can have a well earned drink at the end of the day..
To book your day call Aidan on 087-974 2566 or email info@kravmaga.ie
Self Defence in Castlebar
Regular Krav Maga & Self Defence Classes starting in Castlebar Rugby Club 7pm Tuesday & Thursday.
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