Women's Self Defense!
Chamberlain Studios of Self Defense is committed to providing people with the skills they need to remain safe in today's modern world.  Our instructors offer complete training seminars starting with introductory 2-3 hour sessions all the way to specialized 4-6 week programs.  Our scheduled sessions at the Dallas Headquarters School are in January and just before school gets out in May of each year.

Download the Women's Self Defense general information brochure here

Click on the flyers below to download a printable version in Adobe PDF format with more information for distribution or hanging up at work etc.

Women's Self Defense Our new DVD can also be purchased separately for $29.95 just call !	Bachman HQ Saturday, May 24th, 2008 Women's Self Defense Course	Bachman HQ Saturday, September 6th, 2008 Women's Self Defense Course
Wear loose fitting clothes like sweat pants and a T-shirt for the training.  You can also bring a pretend "attacker" with you if you wish, like a husband, brother or boyfriend at no charge (although they may ask for dinner!).

What is Self-Defense?
Self-defense is a set of awareness, assertiveness, verbal confrontation skills, safety strategies, and physical techniques that enable someone to successfully prevent, escape, resist and survive violent assaults. A good self-defense course provides psychological awareness and verbal skills, not just physical training.

Why Self-Defense Training?
Self-Defense is more than knowing how to fight back against a physical attack. Participation in self-defense classes encourages you to think in terms of options and choices, develops your awareness and assertiveness skills and provides practice for physical self-defense techniques. A good self-defense class will expand the way you think about violence prevention, help you deal with your fears and enable you to feel more empowered in your life.

Our next  training session at the Bachman headquarters
begins Saturday, May 24^th, 2008. 

We are running our next Headquarters Women's Self defense training workshop on Saturday, May 24th, 2008.  The program consists of a three hour intensive workshop from 2-5pm.  The cost is $55 per participant or $75 for the family (mom, dad and kids under 18, with one DVD per family at this price).

Our Women's Self Defense training DVD is included in the tuition cost.  This is a program that all women should take and refresh on a yearly basis.  Get your training off to a good start and join us for this important workshop.

Get together a small or large group of interested people and we will set up a class for you at your own date and time! 

$75/person for a group of 10-20, or $55/person for a group of 20 or more.

Click here to see the CBS 11 news segment featuring interviews with several of our female students as they demonstrate techniques on Head instructor Rollend Nery.

How Do I Get Started?
Simple.  Get together a small or large group of interested people and we will set up a class for you!  Women's Self Defense programs can be completed at our facilities or onsite at yours.  Call us at 214-351-5367 for more details and scheduling.  An example of a recent program is shown below.

Self Defense workshop for the Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church, Dallas
Group shot after the workshop	With Youth Director Britton Varn (baseball hat)	Escape from a front grab	Taking questions	Practicing with a partner!
TESTIMONIAL Dr. Chamberlain, Thank you for bringing your group!  Our youth loved your program; it was completely appropriate for us, and I know the youth learned a good deal (me too!).  It was exactly what we were looking for.  It's fine that you put some pics on your webpage.  We will definitely keep you in mind for other church programs!  :)  Britton

Chamberlain Studios of Self Defense™

Women’s Self-Defense and

How to Avoid Being the Victim of Violent Crime

1. Be Aware.  Awareness is one of the most important things in Self Defense.  By being aware of your surroundings, many threats on the streets can be avoided.  Your mind is the only weapon you will always have with you.
    

2. Avoid walking alone, or at least, walk in areas which are surrounded by other people.  Avoid walking through parks or other "shortcut" paths and driving through backstreets or alleys.
    

3. When you are approaching your car or your home, have the key in your hand ready to open the door, instead of standing there sifting through your purse for it.
    

4. Don’t hitchhike, don’t pick up hitchhikers and don’t stop to help the stranded man on the side of the road or the person asking for directions.  Call and send them the appropriate help instead.
    

5. Observe the elevator interior before entering.  Wait until the next elevator if you are uncertain of any occupant, and get out if you don’t like the looks of someone who just got in.  Skip the dark stairwell that might save you 5 minutes but get you attacked.
    

6. Lock your doors and windows at home, even when you're in the house.  Remember that you're not obligated to open the door for anyone.  If a stranger knocks on your door, you have the right to ignore them.  If a person needs help, you can place a call for them without ever opening the door.
    

7. If you feel you are being followed, drive straight to the nearest police or fire station, or open filling station.  If you are on foot, get to a place with a lot of people and call for a ride or the police.
    

8. Remember that you have the right to defend yourself.  If you are attacked you may do whatever is necessary to protect yourself, including kicking, biting, eye-gouging, or using a weapon.  That doesn't mean you have to wait helplessly to be attacked, however.  You can cross the street, run away, or face the person and say "Please stay away from me!"  Just knowing that you're aware of them will deter some attackers.  See some video clips here!
    

9. Trust your instincts.  Many women who have been raped say that they had sensed danger but dismissed it because they were afraid of being rude or embarrassed.  Remember, it's far better to be rude or embarrassed than to be raped or killed.
    

10. Take a self-defense course, get prepared, plan things out beforehand, stay strong and stay aware!

If you are unable to attend one of our training workshops you can still get many of the benefits of this exciting program by purchasing a copy of our Women’s Self-Defense DVD. 

This straight forward easy to follow video was filmed during one of our recent workshops and covers the 3 hour instructional program taught in our classes.  The DVD covers: awareness, assertiveness, verbal confrontation skills, safety strategies, and physical techniques that enable someone to successfully prevent, escape, resist and survive violent assaults.

The DVD can be purchased with a credit card over the phone for $29.95.  Just call 214-351-5367 to get your copy!  Leave a message if one of our instructors in unavailable and we will get back to you shortly.