Self-Defence Training and Personal Safety Workshops for Schools, Universities & Corporate Teams in Bexley & London

Real-world skills. Real-world confidence. Real-world safety.

Artemis Self Defence delivers professional personal safety and self-protection training across Bexley, Sidcup, Bromley, Kent, London and the Home Counties.

We believe that the best form of self-defence is recognising danger before it becomes a crisis. Through practical, evidence-based training, we help women, young people, schools, universities, businesses and community organisations develop the awareness, confidence and decision-making skills to recognise potential risks, avoid danger whenever possible and respond effectively when they have no other choice.

Our workshops are engaging, supportive and designed for everyday people, regardless of age, fitness or previous experience. Combining situational awareness, violence prevention and practical self-protection techniques, we give every participant the knowledge, confidence and skills to feel safer, make informed decisions and navigate everyday life with greater confidence.

Helping people recognise danger, avoid violence and get home safely.

What We Teach (Skills That Actually Work)

1. Situational Awareness & Threat Avoidance

Learn how to spot potential danger before it escalates, recognise high-risk people and environments, and make smarter decisions in real time. We teach practical awareness skills and our proven “Three Stupids Rule” a simple but powerful framework that helps you avoid unnecessary risk, stay in control of your choices, and keep yourself out of situations where violence is likely to occur.
2. Simple, Effective Physical Skills for All Sizes & Strengths

– Escapes & breakaways
– Basic strikes
– Control & disengagement
– Anti-grab techniques
– Knife awareness (non-contact)
All techniques are pressure-tested, easy to learn, and designed to help people escape safely.
3. UK Legal Self-Defence Explained Simply

We break down what the law really allows, what “reasonable force” actually means, and how to protect yourself without putting your freedom at risk. You’ll learn when you are legally allowed to act, how to respond proportionately under pressure, and how to stay on the right side of the law while keeping yourself safe.
4. Mindset, Confidence & De-Escalation

Learn how to stay calm under pressure, project confidence, and communicate clearly to defuse confrontation before it turns violent. We teach practical psychological and verbal skills that help you set boundaries, control the interaction, and create safe opportunities to disengage and escape without needing to fight.
5. Drink Spiking Awareness

Learn how to protect yourself in bars, clubs, and social settings, including how to recognise and reduce the risk of drink spiking, unwanted attention, and predatory behaviour. We teach practical habits for safeguarding your drink, staying aware of your surroundings, looking out for friends, and getting out safely if something doesn’t feel right.

Up Coming Events

Artemis Personal Safety & Self-Defence Fundamentals

17th October 2026

Orchard Primary School, Oxford Road, Sidcup

10:00 to 12:00

Join us for a practical 2-hour self-defence workshop designed to build confidence, improve awareness and give you simple, realistic skills for everyday situations.

During the workshop you'll learn:

Situational awareness and how to recognise potential danger early
Warning signs and boundary testing before a situation escalates
UK self-defence law and understanding reasonable force
Verbal boundaries and de-escalation to help avoid confrontation
Simple escapes from common grabs and holds
Practical self-defence techniques that don't rely on strength
When to disengage and escape, rather than stay and fight
How stress can affect your response in a threatening situation

No previous experience or fitness level required.

Come away more aware, prepared and confident.

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Who We Work With

Schools & Colleges (Years 7–13)

Our programmes give students the confidence, awareness, and real-world life skills they are rarely taught in the classroom. Sessions are engaging, age-appropriate, and focused on personal safety, boundaries, and decision-making — not fighting.
Ideal for:
– PSHE
– Enrichment and activity days
– Safeguarding and wellbeing weeks
– Anti-bullying and resilience programmes
University Groups

Perfect for fresher programmes, student societies, campus safety initiatives, and university wellbeing teams. These sessions are designed to support student confidence, personal safety, and risk awareness, helping students feel safer, more informed, and better prepared for real-world situations both on and off campus.
Corporate Teams

We provide practical self-defence and personal-safety training to help organisations protect their staff — particularly those in higher-risk roles. Our sessions improve awareness, confidence, and decision-making for employees who work alone, deal with the public, or operate in unpredictable environments.
Especially suitable for:
– Lone workers
– Community- and customer-facing teams
– Staff who travel for work
– High-risk sectors such as hospitality, healthcare, and retail
Community Sessions

Practical workshops for women, teenagers, and mixed groups that build confidence, awareness, and real escape skills. Each session focuses on recognising danger early, setting boundaries, breaking free from grabs, and staying safe in everyday situations.
Emergency Services

Specialist personal-safety and control training for those who face risk as part of their job. Our sessions focus on situational awareness, communication under pressure, safe physical control, and disengagement when things escalate.
Designed for:
– Police and PCSOs
– Ambulance and NHS frontline staff
– Fire and rescue services
– Security and enforcement teams
The training emphasises legal, proportionate use of force, personal protection, and safe resolution of confrontations — helping frontline professionals go home safe at the end of every shift.
Trauma Victims

We support women who have experienced trauma, including domestic abuse and unsafe or hostile living situations. Our training is calm, respectful, and designed to rebuild confidence, boundaries, and personal safety.
Every woman is encouraged to learn at her own pace in an environment that prioritises choice, dignity, and emotional safety alongside practical self-defence skills.

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Trusted Across London, Bexley & Kent

We have successfully trained:
Secondary schools and Public community organisations across Bexley, Sidcup, Bromley & Kent. Corporate firms with frontline and lone-working staff University safety teams and student societies

“We were delighted to welcome David and Evie from Conquest Martial Arts with our Year 10's for our drop down day focused on physical safety. The session was exceptionally well structured, providing a perfect balance between theory and an engaging practical.
David and Evie's delivery was professional and highly relatable for our students. The feedback from both the Year 10 cohort and observing staff was overwhelmingly positive. Teachers noted how well-managed the session was, while students remained fully immersed in the hands-on techniques. It was a fantastic way to build confidence and practical awareness in our pupils. We would highly recommend Conquest Martial Arts to any school looking for high-quality self-defence training."
PSHCE Lead - Bexley Grammar School
"I recently took part in a self defence class with David and loved it! We were a group of approximately 10 women and we paired up to practice defence mechanics moves and escapes from holds, which were really helpful. The time allowed for practice the me lots of confidence of how to deal with different situations and David also talked us about UK law and what we could and couldn't do legally. David was an excellent teacher and I learnt a lot in the two hours and would definitely recommend a session to everyone of all ages."
HELEN ADKINSON - Greyhound Walking Groups
"David has been a tremendous support to Sidcup Partners Ltd in delivering several women`s first self defence courses.
He always acts in a highly professional manner and several of the students have asked if he can run more courses. I would not hesitate to recommend David and i hope to work with him again very soon."
SIDCUP PARTNERS LTD.
“A group of Year 9 and 10 students recently took part in a highly valuable crash course on personal safety and awareness, delivered by David. In the context of the world we live in today, this session felt particularly relevant, and we are extremely grateful to David for offering this opportunity to our students.
The girls were introduced to simple self-defence techniques, along with practical advice on how to protect themselves in the event of an unwanted approach. The course also covered important aspects of the law, helping students to understand the legal boundaries around the use of force in self-defence.
Our students engaged really well during the session and clearly gained a great deal from it. The feedback from the girls was overwhelmingly positive, with many finding the advice both useful and empowering and practising on their parents when they got home. We are very thankful to David for sharing his expertise and for providing such a meaningful and worthwhile experience for our students.”
Andy Moloney
Head of Behaviour and Transition
Cleeve Park School

Enquire About a Self-Defence Session

Give your students, staff or community practical skills that build confidence and keep them safe. Tell us a little about your group and we will come back with tailored options and pricing.

info@artemisselfdefence.com

+44 7778 343 251