At Smart Defence System we believe self-defence is more than just punches and kicks-it’s about building confidence, situational awareness and pre-emptive avoidance strategies.

5.0

Based on 39 reviews

19:03 29 Sep 25

Fantastic training by a professional who knows how to connect with and inspire the young people he works with.
Highly recommended!

Matthew Nolan

08:44 05 Sep 25

5 star training. Great company. Was taught how to effectively use self defence methods in many situations. Highly recommended!!

Response from the owner 07:57 08 Sep 19

Thanks bud

Team Elliot

17:11 03 Sep 25

This place is very friendly, positive and lucid, because it allows the individual to emancipate himself and to discover an activity and quality which allows him to develop his character. It is a space which gives him plenty of benefits.

Petra U

14:57 06 Jul 25

I’ll give you FIVE STAR!! From myself and from my FIVE-year-old daughter who attended this self-defense class, and I honestly can’t say enough good things about it. As small as she is, she absolutely loved it! From the very first class, Alex and the team made her feel welcome, capable, and empowered.

What stood out to me the most was how much confidence she gained in such a short time. She came home proud, excited, “STRONGER” ( as she sais) and eager to show us what she learned. It’s more than just physical skills—they’re teaching these kids confidence, awareness, and strength.

I truly believe it’s important for all children, especially girls, to learn how to defend themselves and feel strong in their bodies.
You guys are doing something really special, and I highly recommend you to everyone and any parent looking to build resilience and confidence in their child!

Response from the owner 15:28 06 Jul 25

Thanks so much Petra, we loved working with the little Queen 😊

Sophie Maxwell

13:49 06 Jul 25

From start to finish my son loved every minute of the self defense summer camp with Alex and his team! It was well planned and had a great balance of high intensity and calm when they needed it! Marleys confidence has grown in more ways than one! Would absolutely recommend this programme or any of Alex’s classes to any age!

Response from the owner 15:28 06 Jul 25

Thanks so much Sophie, has been great working with MJ this year 😎

Charlotte de Quay

13:55 05 Jul 25

Amazing teachings for the kids ! Should be mandatory !

Response from the owner 14:06 05 Jul 25

Thank you so much Charlotte 😊

stella stone

08:15 16 May 25

I had the opportunity to train with Alex in self-defence, and it was an incredibly empowering experience. My main goal was to feel more confident and prepared when facing potentially aggressive situations in public—and thanks to Alex’s guidance, I definitely do.
The techniques he teaches are simple, realistic, and easy to remember under pressure. They gave me a real sense of control and the ability to protect myself if necessary.
Alex is not only knowledgeable, but also reliable, respectful, and deeply committed to his work. His classes are well-structured, approachable for all skill levels, and focused on real-world application.
I would highly recommend his self-defence sessions to anyone who wants to feel safer, stronger, and more confident in their everyday life.

Response from the owner 14:07 05 Jul 25

Thanks so much Stella I’m glad you had such a positive experience 😊

Adina Vos

08:00 16 May 25

I trained with Alex @ Smart Defence System in self-defence classes to build my confidence in handling aggressive situations, particularly with men on the street. Through his training, I learned practical and effective techniques that can help me escape or confront someone who might try to intimidate or physically restrain me in public.

Alex is highly professional, always punctual, and clearly passionate about what he does. He creates a safe, respectful, and empowering environment for learning, which made me feel supported and capable throughout the sessions.

I highly recommend Alex’s self-defence classes to anyone, especially women who want to feel more confident, assertive, and physically prepared to deal with real-life threats or confrontations.

Response from the owner 08:06 16 May 25

Thanks so much Adina, I’m glad you had such a good experience.

Victorita Dolean

10:15 20 Apr 25

Very well organised (with clear explanations and feedback) - the self-defence stage was not only extremely pleasant but also a very useful experience for teen girls. Highly recommended!

Response from the owner 10:26 20 Apr 25

Thanks so much Victoria we really enjoyed working with you 😎

Sam Davison

14:38 08 Apr 25

Really enjoyed my training- Alex is very knowledgeable and answered all of my questions, reassuring me that there is no such thing as a silly question. I feel more confident being out and about and feel empowered knowing that if I needed to, I have the skills to get out of a bad situation.
I highly recommend everyone to take his classes!

Response from the owner 10:27 20 Apr 25

Thanks so much Sam, was great to work with you and the guys 😎

Our mission is to empower people of all ages to stay safe, strong and in control, mixing practical skills with academic theory and smart strategies that work in the real world.

At Smart Defence System we believe self-defence is more than just punches and kicks-it’s about building confidence, situational awareness and pre-emptive avoidance strategies.

Our mission is to empower people of all ages to stay safe, strong and in control, mixing practical skills with academic theory and smart strategies that work in the real world.

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