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The Street Safe Learning Centre is our free library of practical self defence and personal safety guides, drawn from the same reality-based training Rob and Beth Andress have delivered to 32,036 students and more than 7,650 Street Safe REALTORS® across Canada. Find plain-language advice for realtors, parents and teens, women, seniors, healthcare and municipal workers, and anyone who wants to spot danger early and get home safe.

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Practice Ready Stalking Safety Plan: 5 Parts to Rehearse Today

Create a stalking safety plan you can retrieve under stress. Use the five core parts, the SHARP risk assessment, and rehearsal tips to act fast and stay...
Senior practising controlled palm heel strike

Five hour self defense for seniors: a mobility friendly short course

Practical self defense for seniors: mobility friendly prevention, simple strikes, legal tool guidance, plus a five hour trauma aware course you can book.
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10 Second Scan Keeps Civilians in Yellow With Cooper Color Code

Learn the Cooper Color Code and keep Condition Yellow your default with 5 to 10 second scans, gentle drills, and trauma informed training.
Safety manager using checklist on site

5 Step Dynamic Risk Assessment Checklist Safety Managers Can Use

Copy ready five step dynamic risk assessment checklist safety managers can use in seconds, plus training first rollout tips and CCOHS guidance.
Healthcare worker practicing self-defense breakaway

Healthcare worker safety starts with the right training mix

Ensure healthcare worker safety with effective training that boosts confidence, enhances situational awareness, and reduces workplace incidents.
Person practicing safe de-escalation stance in school hallway

Bullying de-escalation strategies that actually work

Discover effective bullying de-escalation strategies that protect dignity and change outcomes. Learn how to respond calmly in tense situations.
Professional calm open hand gestures for de-escalation

De-escalation at work: practical tactics for professionals

Learn effective de-escalation tactics for the workplace to reduce conflict and maintain a calm environment. Improve your professional interactions.
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Location sharing safety: a check-in plan that works

Ensure your safety with effective location sharing. Learn a practical plan to keep trusted contacts informed during meetings.
Child practicing self-defense escape move in school hallway

Teaching kids school bullying self defense that actually works

Empower your child against bullying with effective self-defense strategies. Learn assertive communication, safe distancing, and adult support.
Person practicing grip break escape move

Escape and evasion: skills to break free and reach safety

Learn essential escape and evasion skills to break free from an attacker and safely reach help without needing to fight.
TESTIMONIALS

Word on the street

Check out what some of our past clients have said about our programs!

“Rob provides reality-based training that is informative, creates awareness and could save your life someday! The hands-on training is both fun and effective! Thanks Rob and Beth!!".
“This course is taught with the perfect balance of realism, respect, and compassion. Rob and Beth, you’re a power team and you do what you do extremely well! Thank you for everything".
“I learned so much today that I hope never to use, but if the time comes I feel much better prepared to defend myself. Thank you for making a difference in so many people’s lives".
“Top quality instruction from some of the most honest and straight forward folks around".
Excellent for people of all ages! Practical tips and tactics to help keep you safe & deal with "situations" both that are happening & ones that mght happen if you do not take the sensible advice they offer. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!