Krav Maga Self-Defence Classes
Learn In A Safe & Friendly Environment
2 DAY WEEKEND COURSE
November 11th & 12th
€140 per person or book yourself & a friend for €240
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Self-Defence
ABOUT OUR
SELF-DEFENCE SCHOOL
Based in Dublin, Hard Target Krav Maga was founded by Martial Arts expert Aidan Carroll, to provide training in real world self-defence and is Ireland’s longest running ‘reality based’ school of self-defence.
With the motto: “Learn how to get home safe”, Hard Target Systems do not train for competition or sport, instead we teach you proven, easy to learn techniques that can be used by ‘EVERYONE’ to help you stay safe in the modern world.
Based in Dublin, Hard Target Krav Maga was founded by Martial Arts expert Aidan Carroll, to provide training in real world self-defence and is Ireland’s longest running ‘reality based’ school of self-defence.
With the motto: “Learn how to get home safe”, Hard Target Systems do not train for competition or sport, instead we teach you proven, easy to learn techniques that can be used by ‘EVERYONE’ to help you stay safe in the modern world.
WHAT WE TEACH…
SELF-DEFENCE CLASSES
Our ‘Hard Target System’ brings together many different systems, such as Krav Maga, Kick Boxing, Real Combat, Grappling and Ground-Defence, to give our students an effective set of ‘REAL self defence’ skills to help them stay safe in the modern world.
- General Self-Defence
- BOX-IT Fitness
- Women’s Self-Defence
- Kidz Kombat
- Teenz Kombat
- Corporate & Employee Self-Defence
To Book A Course: (01) 807 5037
Keep Safe
Call us today on (01) 807 5037 and let one of our friendly trainers help you find your ideal class….
Call us today on (01) 807 5037 and let one of our friendly trainers help you find your ideal class….
CHOOSE YOUR
PERFECT CLASS…
- 2 Day Weekend Course
- General Self-Defence
- Women's Self-Defence
- BOX-IT Fitness Classes
- Kidz Kombat Self-Defence
- Corporate & Employee Training
2 Day Weekend Self-Defence Course
September 16th & 17th 2017
The 2 day self-defence 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 upon 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 | The Fence (protecting your personal space) | Defence against knife hold-ups | Knowing when and how to strike | Self-Defence and the Law in Ireland
Dates & Times: Sat 11th & Sun 12th November 2017; Time: 10am – 3.30pm
Price: €140 Or Book 2 people for €240
*Under 18s will need parental permission
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General Self-Defence
Every Thursday Night
This class addresses all aspects of self-defence & self-protection and is run in a friendly and safe environment. It is a two hour class divided into two one hour classes.
Course Curriculum:
The first hour deals with weapons defence, i.e. knife defence (attacks & threats), gun disarms, baton defence, etc.
The second phase addresses various aspects, such as street grappling, ground-fighting, combative sparring and much more. You have the option to do both classes back to back, or if you prefer, you can choose to do one.
Times:
7.00-8.00pm (first phase: self-defence skills & tactics, ground fighting)
8.05-9.00pm (second phase: weapons defence, knife, gun, baton, etc.)
Price: €136.00 inc. vat @ 13.5% for 6 weeks, each class is 2 hours in duration
*Due to the intense nature of our general self-defence classes, all new-comers must have completed our 2 Day Weekend Course prior to signing up for this course!
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Women’s Self-Defence
Every Tuesday Night
This class is a “Women’s Only” Self-Defence Course and is a must for any woman concerned with personal safety. Designed specifically with women in mind, these lessons are open to all women, of all ages and all levels of fitness.
Get fit and have fun while learning to defend yourself.
Just Some Of What You Will Learn:
Reading body language before conflict | Protecting your personal space | Verbal de-escalation skills | Release from wrist grabs | Defence Against Handbag Snatch | Rape escape tactics | The Fence (protecting your personal space) | Defence Against Hair Pulls | Anti-Abduction Drills
Dates & Times: Every Tuesday night; Time: 7.30pm – 9pm
Price: €68.00 inc. vat @ 13.5%
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BOX-IT Fitness Class
Every Tuesday Night (Mixed Class)
Our highly popular Box-IT fitness class is a fun way to get in shape and ensure lasting results. Through the use of focus pads and aerobic boxing workouts, this unique fitness program is an ideal way to get healthy and tone up.
What is Box-IT?
Box-IT is a unique form of fitness training designed to work every major muscle in the body, while also burning more calories than any other programme, in a standard 60 minute session. Each student is partnered up and every module involves the use of focus pads.
Will I be fit enough?
Each class is designed so that every technique used can immediately be adapted and/or progressed, to suit the student’s fitness level.
Dates & Times: Tuesday nights 6.30pm – 7.30pm
Price: €68
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Kidz Kombat Classes
Every Wednesday Night
Group 1 (7-9 yrs) | Group 2 (10-14 yrs)
Kidz Kombat is a unique self-defence program specially designed with children in mind. These very popular self-defence classes are conducted in a safe and fun environment by our highly experienced instructors, in an age appropriate manner.
What your child will learn:
How to deal with Bullying: (verbal, physical and Cyber Bullying); Stranger Danger: self-protection game plans for children to identify sinister and/or inappropriate behaviour from an adult; Anti-Abduction Drills: skills and tactics to escape from a predator
Times:
Group 1 (7-9 yrs) Time: 6.30pm – 7.30pm | Group 2 (10-14 yrs) Time: 7.30pm – 8.30pm.
Price: Booking is essential. Pre-payment of €55.00 (inc. vat) is required for 6 lessons.
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Corporate & Employee Self-Defence
We specialise in offering safety training workshops to businesses and employees in all sectors including finance, customer care and emergency services.
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Our
Instructors
Aidan
Carroll
Chief Instructor
Aidan Carroll has been involved in Martial Arts for over 20 years. Aidan is one of only 4 Irish men in the world to hold the Instructor’s Diploma in Krav Maga.
Mary
O’Leary
Instructor
In May 2010, Mary became the first woman to pass the Hard Target Self-Defence Instructor’s Programme and has trained with some of the most respected names.
Matthew
Boyle
Instructor
Matty is one of a small elite group of instructors to have passed the Hard Target Instructor’s selection programme.
Albert
Mc Cready
Instructor
Albert has trained with many of the most respected names in the industry, including Tony Sommers and Eyal Yanilov.
Aidan Carroll
Chief Instructor: Aidan Carroll has been involved in Martial Arts for over 20 years. Aidan is one of only 4 Irish men in the world to hold the Instructor’s Diploma in Krav Maga.
Mary O'Leary
Instructor: In May 2010, Mary became the first woman to pass the Hard Target Self-Defence Instructor’s Programme and has trained with some of the most respected names.
Matthew Boyle
Instructor: Matty is one of a small elite group of instructors to have passed the Hard Target Instructor’s selection programme.
Albert Mac Cready
Instructor: Albert has trained with many of the most respected names in the industry, including Tony Sommers and Eyal Yanilov.
“Aidan is putting together some of the most comprehensive MA courses and teaching that I have had the pleasure of seeing. I believe that he is at the forefront of a new wave of martial arts, he is not just teaching physical technique, but changing people’s lives for the better. I always recommend Aidan Carroll.”
GEOFF THOMPSON
MARTIAL ARTIST & BAFTA AWARD WINNER
Self-Protection
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Unit 1
Roseville Business Park
Turvey
Co. Dublin
Tel: +353 1 807 5037