Critical Incident Avoidance (CIA) Instructor Level 1 Program

Want to learn women’s self defense?

Why stop there?

Learn to teach others how to defend themselves from would be predators!!!

Sign up today!

Before you make the call (416-846-9858)

Let’s examine a few things that will help you make an informed decision.

Are you at risk?

 After the age of 18, one out of every four women and one out of ten men will be sexually assaulted.

 The majority of sexual assault victims are between the ages of 17 and 24.

 More than 80% of rapes that occur on university and college campuses are committed by someone the victim knows, and 50% occur on dates. Many of these assaults happen during the first eight weeks of classes.   Fifteen to 30% of women at university report experiencing acquaintance rape. 

Among university students, studies most commonly estimate that between one in six women and one in four women will be a victim of sexual assault during her university career.

According to the U. S. Department of Justice's Uniform Crime Report (1994), a woman is raped once every five minutes.   A Seattle study (Seattle Rape Relief, 1991) indicated that roughly half of all women and 1/5 of men will be sexually assaulted at some point in their lives. One female in four and one male in six will suffer assault before age 16. Sixty percent of forcible rapes occur before the victim is 18 (Koss, 1993). Half of these are perpetrated against children less than 11 years old (Bateman, 1991; Kilpatrick, 1990; National Victims' Center, 1992).

 Should you take training and learn to resist??

 Current research indicates that vigorous verbal and physical resistance significantly increases the chances that a woman will not be raped.

Why do many people never take a self-protection class?

 Because most people don’t want to acknowledge that there is a potential for violence in their lives.  They can’t see the point to spending money on something that has not happened.  It’s like people who say “why should I rust proof my car?”  They don’t see a need until it is too late and the rust has become a problem.  At that point it costs much more to fix then to prevent. 

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure

In this case, it is worth a life.  Yours or someone you care about.  A good explanation of our system would be to liken it to "defensive driving." You don't drive defensively because you are a bad driver. You drive defensively because there are so many other drivers who are. But more importantly, you drive in this manner to avoid becoming involved in an accident in the first place.

Like an accident, it is easier to avoid being raped than it is to recover from it.

So listen up for once you appreciate the value of such a program, you’ll see why the small investment in training staff will return a greater reward.  So Look: here's your opportunity to move way ahead of the crowd and never again rely on second hand information, old practices or the rest of that garbage that doesn’t work. Now you can be one of the elite few people who proactively protect themselves with training that really works!

 You can do nothing or move in a new direction…

So as you think about it that way, again, the choice is yours, Now!

 Why take an instructor program?

1.      Instructors are generally more skilled and given more knowledge then basic students.

2.      It is knowledge you can pass on to your friends and family with Certified Credentials.

3.      MONEY!  It would cost you approximately $250.00 for a weekend program as a student.  The minimal investment of $895.00 +GST ($948.70) gives you the ability to teach the program to others and recoup your investment with the first class you teach.

More Reasons To SIGN UP Today!!

These thoughts could make a difference in your decision.

Call us now and learn more about our program

What is the program all about?

The C.I.A. Program has been specifically designed to meet the needs of women when control methods and assault prevention methods are required. Principles and strategies for effectively reducing the likelihood of assault through actual techniques of escaping or countering an attack are stressed in this program. Utilizing efficient and effective methods of subject control that do not rely on size and strength, L.S.S.T.G has developed a training system that can be used by everyone who is interested in personal safety.  

Ø       This program utilizes control principles that develop participants’ skills, knowledge, and abilities to easily and effectively control situations that arise

Ø       Proactive methods will be stressed, as opposed to reaction.

Ø       The techniques do not rely on size and strength, and can be easily learned and retained.

Ø       This program does involve a physical element with the basis on ESCAPE from the situation. 

In addition, the program will include discussion about the types of aggression a woman can encounter and the appropriate verbal and physical defences that are most effective against them.  Information about the law as it applies to harassment, sexual harassment, sexual assault, and force options in women’s self defense will also be presented. 

Upon completion of the training students will be able to:

·         Identify methods of preventing instances of harassment

·         Identify behaviours in someone that can lead to sexual assault.

·         Demonstrate verbal skills to prevent harassment

·         Demonstrate physical techniques for countering:

o        passive assaults (grabs, holds, etc)

o        aggressive assaults (punches and kicks)

o        And ground pins.

What do I take away with me when I complete the program?

1.    32 hours of intense classroom involvement including lectures, discussions and physical training skills

2.      A comprehensive 275 page Instructor Manual

3.      A Kubotan (personal protection device)

4.      Training on how to use the Kubotan

5.      A wall certificate suitable for framing.

6.      A CD containing the student manual, student tests, waivers, student certificate, and flyer examples to allow you to run your own programs.

7.      Email and telephone support from Life Safety Specialists Training Group to assist with any questions on the program.

8.      Listing of your CIA programs on our website

9.      Discounts on Instructor development seminars with Life Safety Specialists Training Group.

10.  Free attendance to our Critical Incident Avoidance Instructor Program or Critical Incident Avoidance Basic Programs for the three years your certification is good for.

11.  A new level of understanding, self-confidence and skill set.

12.  The potential to make the lives of others safer through the knowledge you share with them.

What others have to say about our program

"I was already a certified Women's Self Defense Instructor before I took the Critical Incident Avoidance Instructor Program, but nothing I learned previously compares to what I got from this seminar.  The teaching team of instructors are professionals who handled the sensitive topics of Rape and Sexual Abuse with respect and compassion for their students.  I can hardly wait to take another seminar with them." 

- Jean Galloway, Corporate Trainer

"The most important aspect of this course was the confidence I gained while taking it. I learned that I am capable of teaching and speaking in front of a group.  The instructors were awesome, helpful and encouraging.  They made the course fun and interesting.  I was never bored ("

- Raphaella Georgiou, Security Officer

“I have taken other instructor programs in women’s self-defence, and had quite a bit of self-defence teaching experience before coming to the CIA course.  All the same, as the course dates approached, I found I was increasingly apprehensive.  I knew I would have to face my own strong feelings surrounding the issue of assault against women – feelings that had inspired me to want to learn and self defence in the first place, but persisted despite my previous certifications!  I was amazed by the amount of information the course contained on prevention psychology, avoidance, and specific, realistic and highly effective skills for dealing with a wide range of threatening situations.  Learning to deal with my own fear was perhaps one of the most beneficial parts of the program to me.  The course helped me to come to terms with my own unresolved issues about the victimization of women, by allowing me to ask specific candid questions in a safe environment.  I came away from the course with much more than a wealth of knowledge to share with my students, but with a whole new level of confidence!  The CIA Instructor Program has truly empowered me to empower others!” 

                                                                         - Marie Lapierre, Self Defence Instructor

“When I first approached the idea of women’s self defense it was not as an instructor.  I knew of Kevin as an instructor through a mutual friend, but I had never thought of taking a program as an instructor.  I called him to find out if there was a basic program running and I took that first.  It was during that program that I thought I might want to teach this course.  The method of having both male and female instructors in the program helped me to realize that size didn’t matter.  When a very large and strong man in the class grabbed my wrist, I thought there was no way I could get out, and at first I couldn’t.  Kevin came by and showed me why the technique wasn’t working and then told the guy to hold on as hard as he could.  It really hurt having the guy grip my wrists but that was nothing compared to my surprise when I got my hand free.  I had to repeat it several times to be sure it wasn’t a trick.  I went home that night and did the same thing to my boyfriend a born again sceptic, and found that it worked more effectively the more I practised it.  I found that both Kevin and Lisa were so incredibly patient with me, that it was a joy to take the training.  As an instructor, I know that I’ll be just as supportive to my students.  Thanks for everything you have given me!!!” 

- Sarah Wood, Executive Assistant

To succeed or stay the same???

That is the real question you have to consider.  Do you want success and security in your life?  Are you prepared to take the steps to a more secure future today?  Are you strong enough?  How prepared are you to make this commitment to yourself and what you believe?  Are you ready to become an instructor; someone that others can look up to as a shining example of confidence and self-esteem? If so, and you believe that opportunity knocks; then I’m standing at the door and telling you that this is an awesome opportunity for you.  I’m passionate about training and empowering women to succeed…

So as you think of the adventure of success, power and new skills just waiting for you to uncover them in our Critical Incident Avoidance Instructor Program, and you contemplate the breakthroughs and joys of being truly free from insecurities and the little things that lead to critical incidents, won’t it feel great to PICK UP THE PHONE and CALL RIGHT NOW to register.

Dr. Kevin Vandeyck, T.C.M.D, Ph.D, is waiting to sign you up and start you on your Critical Incident Avoidance Instructor Program adventure, today.  The magic digits to success are:

kevin_vandeyck@lsstg.com   416-846-9858

Next Program Dates:

1.       August 19, 20, 26, 27, 2006

2.       April 21, 22, 28, 29, 2007

Requirements for registration:

·        Desire to teach women’s self defense

·        No Criminal Record (a letter from local police may be required)

·        Commitment to attend all days inclusive

Location:

Will be given to applicants upon registration.

Investment:

$895.00 + GST ($948.70)

Register early as there is a limited space available.
 

PROGRAM OUTLINE: Making honest statements that begin the process of self-awareness. These key moments of honesty help the instructor understand what makes each participant strong, and how to draw them from their weakness.

All of the following topics will be covered in detail