Arvind Khaire: Pioneer of Inclusive Self Defence
Empowering Women with Disabilities through Inclusive Training
In today’s world, self defence is not just a skill—it’s a right.
Arvind Khaire, often hailed as the Pioneer of Inclusive Self Defence, has dedicated his life to ensuring that everyone, regardless of ability, has access to personal safety education. Through his innovative programs, he continues to redefine empowerment and inclusivity in the realm of self-defence training.
Breaking Barriers: Making Self Defence Accessible to All
For years, self-defence training was seen as a privilege reserved for those with full physical ability. Arvind Khaire changed that narrative. As the Pioneer of Inclusive Self Defence, he envisioned a world where individuals with disabilities could also learn to protect themselves, build confidence, and reclaim independence.
His work is rooted in the belief that safety and self-reliance are universal rights—and his programs are designed to make those rights accessible to all.
Disability-Inclusive Digital Self Defence Courses
In partnership with the American India Foundation Trust, Arvind Khaire developed three specialized digital self defence courses for individuals with different disabilities:
Visually Impaired
Hearing Impaired
Orthopaedic Disability
These thoughtfully designed courses combine visual demonstrations, audio cues, simplified language, and adaptive techniques—ensuring accessibility for diverse learners.
Through these disability-inclusive self-defence programs, over 500 women with disabilities have gained real-world safety skills, confidence, and independence. The courses empower participants to recognize danger, respond effectively, and move with assurance in their daily lives.
Empowering Through Innovation
Arvind’s inclusive digital training model bridges the gap between technology and empowerment. His approach blends traditional martial arts principles with modern accessibility tools—including captioning, sign language integration, and verbal instruction for the visually impaired.
This pioneering work demonstrates how technology can be a powerful force for inclusion, creating opportunities for safety education that extend far beyond physical classrooms.
Championing Inclusion and Equality
What sets Arvind Khaire, the Pioneer of Inclusive Self Defence, apart is his unwavering commitment to equality and empowerment. His initiatives don’t just teach defensive moves—they instill confidence, awareness, and emotional strength.
By adapting his training methods to meet the needs of people with disabilities, Arvind has helped break stigmas and empower communities that were often overlooked in mainstream safety education.
His vision continues to inspire NGOs, schools, and organizations across India to adopt inclusive models of safety training that create lasting social impact.
Expanding Impact: Empowering Deaf and Visually Impaired Women
In a groundbreaking initiative, Arvind Khaire conducted exclusive self defence programs for Deaf schoolgirls in Bangalore, Mysore, and Gurgaon, collaborating with esteemed organizations such as the Cheshire Disability Trust, Sightsavers and the American India Foundation.
These programs not only boosted the confidence and personal safety of participants but also demonstrated that with the right support, individuals with disabilities can lead empowered and independent lives.
Arvind also created specialized self-defence modules for visually impaired girls and women, training over 1,000+ visually impaired participants across Bangalore, Mysore, Delhi, Gurgaon, Mumbai, Bhopal, Mandla, Pratapgarh, Bodh Gaya, Dungarpur, Kalahandi, Mahasamund, Unnao, Katni, Raisen, Howrah, Hazaribagh, Jaipur, and many more regions.
His efforts have equipped women with essential safety skills, confidence, and courage—helping them navigate the world with dignity and independence.
Success Stories and Recognition
Arvind’s students—like Sarita and Janki—have gone on to excel in the International Blind Judo Championships, standing as living proof of how inclusive self-defence training can transform lives.
His work has earned widespread appreciation from respected organizations and professionals:
“The workshop covered many theoretical and practical aspects of self defence, including lectures and case studies on women safety apps and recent cases of molestation and rape.”
“Under your guidance, women with disabilities received self defence training in Delhi and Gurgaon. As a Master Trainer, you have instilled confidence in them to face challenges and defend themselves when needed.”
— Manish Kumar, Program Manager – ABLE, The American India Foundation Trust
“He has trained physically challenged, visually impaired, and hearing-impaired girls in self defence across Bangalore and Mysore.”
— Anuradha Bai, Manager, Cheshire Disability Trust
“Training over 300 blind girls is a remarkable achievement, and it speaks volumes about your expertise, patience, and compassion as an instructor.”
— Archana Bhambal, Area Director, North India, Sightsavers India
Arvind was also invited by Sightsavers (Bhopal) to train 25 officers from the Madhya Pradesh Police’s Department of Crime Against Women in self defence—empowering them to, in turn, train visually impaired girls and enhance their safety and self-reliance.
A Legacy of Empowerment
Arvind Khaire’s journey as a Pioneer of Inclusive Self Defence stands as a testament to compassion, resilience, and innovation. His mission extends beyond teaching physical techniques—it’s about building a world where every individual feels capable, confident, and valued.
Through collaboration, creativity, and courage, Arvind continues to lead a quiet revolution—empowering individuals with disabilities to defend not only their bodies but also their dignity and independence.
Arvind Khaire is a self defence expert and founder of the CTS Self Defence System. With over 25 years of experience, he empowers women and communities across India with practical, real-world safety and self defence training. He has been featured in major newspapers for his work in promoting awareness, confidence, and personal safety. Know More About Arvind Khaire | Know More About CTS Self Defence