Lessons · Physical dimension
Personal Safety and Self-Defence
Awareness, boundaries, escape skills and knowing how to get help. 9 lessons, about 1.6 hours in all.
- 01Situational awareness: head up, eyes open10 min Most personal safety is not about fighting. It is about noticing things early enough that you never need to. Awareness is a calm habit,…
- 02Boundaries, saying no and trusting your instincts11 min Being able to say no clearly, and to hear no from others, is one of the most protective skills you can have. It keeps you in charge of…
- 03De-escalation and the assertive voice11 min Most confrontations can be calmed down or walked away from. Knowing how to lower the temperature, and when to stop talking and leave,…
- 04Self-defence basics: the goal is to escape12 min Real self-defence is not about winning a fight. It is about creating a gap, making noise and getting to safety. These few simple ideas are…
- 05Self-defence and the law11 min The law in the UAE, like in most countries, allows you to defend yourself, but only within limits. Knowing those limits helps you make the…
- 06Safety when you are out and about11 min Going out with friends, meeting new people and getting around independently are part of growing up. A little planning makes them safer…
- 07Home and personal space safety10 min Home should be your safest place. A few habits about doors, keys and what you share online keep it that way, especially when you are home…
- 08Online safety and digital self-defence13 min Your accounts hold your messages, photos, money and identity. Protecting them is as important as locking your front door, and knowing what…
- 09Emergency numbers and getting help in the UAE10 min In an emergency, the right number and a clear message can save precious minutes. Learn these now, so you never have to search for them…