NEWS & EVENTS
FREE SELF DEFENCE COURSE GIVES
INDIAN STUDENTS PEACE OF MIND

Concerned by the increasing number of attacks on Indian and overseas students, self defence instructor Graham Slater has recently introduced a complimentary, four week program to teach students the basic elements of self protection.

Most people, when they arrive in a new country take some time to learn how a society functions, what areas are safe, what services are reliable.

The course addresses those issues as they relate to self defence and is based upon Slater's years of experience working with members of the Police force, Neighbourhood Watch and women's groups.

Although basic self defence is covered, the course gives students a knowledge of self protection that is based on threat avoidance, framed within the context of the law. As the chairman of the International Martial Arts Alliance, a peak industry body, Graham Slater is used to explaining to martial artists how to comply with the law and changing legislation.

“The best self defence secret I teach is to recognise and avoid a threat before it escalates,” Slater says.

The course uses text-book psychology theory, practical techniques and role play to help students avoid danger.

For those students who find themselves in a physical confrontation they cannot avoid, Slater teaches basic blocking and countering techniques to repel an assault and allow the victim time to escape.

Having family ties with the Indian community, Slater has decided to offer his experience in the form of a course as a free, community service. He hopes to help overseas students avoid potentially dangerous situations, empower them to confidently participate in Australian life, and have a safe and enjoyable experience while they are in Australia .

Slater's program is open to any overseas students who wish to attend.

The Impact Fitness Centre Unit 2 / 2 Kia Crt Preston is running a number of these courses. Interested students can visit the website for dates or phone (03) 9484 0548 to reserve a place.

Overseas Student Self Defence Program Dates
4 weeks consecutive weeks on any of the times below from 16th June
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6.00pm
Saturday mornings from 10.30am
Book on 9484 0548

NEWS: AC Media Interview
AC: What do you think is the biggest draw card to the college?
Graham Slater: 'Being able to offer certificate courses (Cert III or IV) in Fitness and Sports Coaching has definitely drawn people and especially to be able to train with the Shaolin Monks. I think students recognize the course benefits in as much as it enables them to get into a healthy lifestyle and an exciting career.

AC: Are the college courses government recognized?
Graham Slater: Several of our courses are government funded, like our Martial Arts and Fitness Traineeships which gives students awesome skills.

AC: What if someone is already studying a martial art like Taekwondo, Kickboxing / Muay Thai or some other form of kung fu like wing chun can they still train at the college?
Graham Slater: We are very happy to accept students from others schools whether it be just for a short time or if they decide to transfer to this college. It's not uncommon for Martial artists to cross train in different styles and fitness regimes because it validates and increases their skills.

AC: Can students train in more than one art at the college?
Graham Slater: Our students can attend classes in any of the disciplines as part of their membership giving them the flexibility to practice a hard Kung Fu or Karate class on one day or enjoy a relaxing Tai Chi or Meditation class on another day.
AC: You are from a Japanese Martial Art background so how did you find training in the Chinese arts?
Graham Slater: Well I love it. I find it helps me to become more fluid allowing me to become faster and more effective with my techniques. It has opened my mind to the many possibilities of what martial arts can offer even after more than 30 years of study I find I am still learning.

AC: What is next for the college?
Graham Slater: New Monks, you see we have this awesome relationship with the Shaolin Temple in China where they send out Warrior Monks to teach our students the real art of Kung Fu, Tai Chi and the healing arts. We will no doubt be doing more public performance with our demo team, train more students and perhaps look at opening more branches.

AC: Thank you Graham for you time
Graham Slater: My pleasure!

Have a quick look at the history of Graham Slater on this 2 minute video and see why he is very much in demand as a trainer / coach and facilitator.
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