Rapid Action Initiated Defence (RAID) is a uniquely different approach to modern self-defence and conflict management. The system is designed for anyone that wishes to discover personal security and develop realistic self defence concepts for the real world today. The system is not gender, age or physical prowess biased as people of all ages and backgrounds can learn RAID. We don't have belts or grades, but we do provide the chance to gain a level 3 qualification which is equivalent to 1 A level, so as well as developing your survivability on the street, we also develop your academic portfolio.

RAID has two main elements of Self Defence: The “Self” Meaning it is a unified strategic exploration of the ‘Self’, by examining your belief systems and attitude to developing assertiveness, fear management and psychological skills that build confidence from within. And “Defence” The second element of multifunctional guided ‘Defences’ which are tactical defence concepts simplistic in nature that afford a 3-dimensional and 360 degree defence with limited actions. The delivery of RAID is through 5 modules, known as the 5’D’s of Defence which follows the systematic sequence of a violent confrontation from start to finish.

The following modules are split into an interactive manual including video reinforcement. You will also have the chance to participate in the intro to raid seminars or level 3 courses which are highlighted on the app:

Deterrence
Have you wondered why people are victims and others are not? Well the way you present yourself to the world and weather you are security conscious or not has a lot to do with it. Deterrence is the key to the RAID system and you have heard the saying “prevention is better than the cure”.

Detection
Is the first module of reactive assault training and one that seems to be over looked or not emphasised enough in training. Many individuals that have been in a violent situation seem to forget how it started or what proceeded their unfortunate attack. In this module you will discover how to detect potential situations, before they take form.

Defuse
The second module within reactive assault is defusing or what is known as conflict management. When the situation has escalated and you have not been able to avoid it, a lot of people seem to find it difficult to communicate in a stressful situation and end up making it worse.

Defend
Defence is the last resort and last module within reactive assault, as all attempts to get away have been negated and de-escalation and conflict management skills have failed. In this module you will learn the tactical “COPE” process which allows you to reflexively cope with any physical assault you may encounter.

Desensitize
After a confrontation weather mental or physical you will always be affected by the post traumatic effects such as denial or even legal or social consequence. This is the last module within the RAID Cycle and is the post assault phase. During this module you will learn on the scene first aid known as self triage, which helps you to get back your rational thought whilst checking your body for serious wounds.

Disclaimer:
Please note, this program is not a replacement for self defence training, it should be used with an approved RAID Self Defence Instructor.