The Useful Self-Defence Company is proud to present…
Introduction to Self-Defence - Edinburgh, September 2026
Important Information
Who for: Adults aged 14+, no experience required
When: Every Tuesday 7pm and Saturday 11am throughout September
Starting Tuesday 1st September and Saturday 5th September
Where: Access Parkour, The Pitt Market, 20 W Shore Road, Granton, Edinburgh, EH5 1QD
What is covered: The course is a mix of self-defence theory, practical exercises in de-escalation, boundary setting, situational awareness and body language, as well as some combative skills from Krav Maga
How much: £12 for one session, £50 for five sessions, £85 for all ten. Drop in available.
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This course is for anyone aged 14+.
No previous experience required!
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The course will be led by Rob, our senior instructor, and a Krav Maga instructor since 2015. He is a police officer of ten years, five of which were spent teaching fellow officers.
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The course is a mixture of self-defence theory, practical exercises around de-escalation, situational awareness, boundary setting and body language, as well as some combative (fighting) skills. It is designed to give you confidence and keep you safe if the worst should happen.
There is no requirement to take part in all aspects of the course, but there will be something in there for everyone.
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Each Saturday course will be similar to its corresponding Tuesday course, which means that if you can only make one of the days in the week you won’t miss out. Of course, self-defence is a skill and the more you can practice it the better your ability will be by the end of the month.
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While the course covers themes of violence, it is not violent in itself, and you won’t be asked to do anything that you aren’t comfortable with. Safety is paramount, and all appropriate measures are taken to ensure that the exercises are done in a way that keeps you out of harms way.
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No special equipment required!
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The only requirement is flat shoes or trainers. Most people train in sports clothes, but you are welcome to wear what you normally would for some added realism.
Please, no watches or jewellery during the practical exercises.
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Access Parkour, The Pitt Market, 20 W Shore Rd, Granton, Edinburgh EH5 1QD
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£12 for one hour session
£50 for five one hour sessions
£85 for as many sessions as you like
Drop in is available, and we can subsequently price match to give you the best deal.