- CTS Self Defence System
India's Most Realistic Self Defence System
Combat Tactical Systems (CTS) 20+ years of empowering women, youth, professionals, and persons with disabilities with practical, instinctive survival skills.
10-Instructor
Certification Levels
10-Student
Certification Levels
What Is CTS Self Defence?
A scientifically structured program designed to help you survive real-world dangers through practical, instinctive techniques.
Combat Science
Evidence-based techniques rooted in body mechanics and real-world effectiveness.
Psychology
Understanding threat behavior and building mental resilience for real situations.
Tactical Strategy
Smart decision-making and escape planning that prioritizes your safety.
Quick Application
Fast, instinctive techniques suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Evolution & Growth
23 Years of Continuous Development, Innovation, and Real-World Impact
- Established 2002
Continuously Evolving for Modern Threats
As society changes and new threats emerge, CTS remains committed to progress. Through ongoing research, expert collaboration, and national training programs, CTS continues to set new standards in realistic self defence education — ensuring every practitioner has the tools to stay safe, confident, and prepared in the modern world.
1998
Planting the Seeds
The journey began with a vision to create a practical approach to personal safety and real-world defence. Early efforts focused on understanding real threats and bridging the gap between traditional martial arts and real-life application.
Foundation
Combat Tactical Systems (CTS Self Defence System) was officially established — marking the beginning of a structured, practical, and adaptable self-defence methodology designed for personal safety in everyday life.
2010s
Curriculum Evolution
CTS integrated psychology, combat science, and crime-prevention methodology into its curriculum, expanding its focus from physical defence to holistic personal safety and threat awareness.
2020s
Modern Adaptation
With the emergence of new challenges such as digital harassment, road rage, and workplace abuse, CTS has continuously upgraded its curriculum to address the evolving nature of modern threats.
Today
National Impact
CTS has grown into a nationwide community of martial artists, law enforcement professionals, and civilians across India — united by the mission to promote realistic, inclusive, and accessible self-defence education.
The CTS Difference
What makes Combat Tactical Systems India’s most trusted self-defence training system
Realistic & Research-Based
Techniques developed through real-life case studies, crime pattern analysis, and behavioral psychology.
Easy to Learn & Apply
Instinctive, quick techniques suitable for all ages and fitness levels — no prior experience needed.
Inclusive for All
Specialized modules for women, students, corporate employees, and persons with disabilities.
Mind-Body Integration
Combines awareness, decision-making, and physical skills for holistic safety training.
5 Core Principles
The foundation of CTS Self Defence philosophy
Awareness First
Spot danger early.
Prevention Over Confrontation
Avoid first — it saves lives.
Escape Is Victory
Safety over ego.
Use Natural Reactions
Train instinct, not routine.
Fighting
Fighting is a last resort
Techniques
Minimum techniques for maximum situations
Nationwide Reach & Impact
Thousands of learners empowered across India through specialized programs
Operating Across India
MUMBAI
DELHI
BANGALORE
CHENNAI
KOLKATA
HYDERABAD
GURGAON
JAIPUR
Contributing to the nationwide mission: “Empower Every Indian to Feel Safe”
Women's Self Defence
Specialist courses empowering women with practical safety skills
Corporate & Travel Defence
Professional safety workshops for workplace and business travel
Inclusive Training
Self defence for persons with visual, hearing, and orthopedic disabilities
School & Teen Safety
Age-appropriate training programs for students and youth
Structured Student Learning Path
CTS Levels 1 to 10 — Progressive Journey from Beginner to Expert
Expert
Certified Expert Practitioner
Black Belt
Real-world decision-making, situational leadership, teaching/mentoring juniors, psychological readiness, community protector mindset.
CTS Student Dress Code
Basic – 1
Entry Level
White Belt
Awareness training, identifying danger cues, basic strikes, stance control, safe distance management, introduction to stress-response control.
Basic – 2
Foundation
Yellow Belt
Escaping grabs & wrist holds, reaction & timing drills, verbal boundaries, recognizing predatory behavior, close-range personal protection.
Basic – 3
Stability
Orange Belt
Defence against chokes, clinch breaks, tackle escape techniques, using body leverage effectively, emotional regulation under pressure.
Intermediate – 1
Growth Stage
Green Belt
Power generation, defensive countering, safe-force application (minimum force to maximum impact), recognizing escalation signals, avoid-entrapment tactics.
Intermediate – 2
Understanding
Purple Belt
Advanced striking and evasion, pressure drills under fatigue, controlled response decision-making, using body mechanics to overcome stronger attackers.
Intermediate – 3
Strengthening
Blue Belt
Advanced ground survival (escape when pinned or held down), positional awareness, using surroundings, exit strategies from confined spaces.
Advanced – 1
High Skill Zone
Red Belt
Weapon threat recognition, survival responses, disarming principles, understanding attacker intent, maintaining composure under high-risk situations.
Advanced – 2
Practical Combat
Brown Belt
Realistic scenario simulations (street harassment, workplace intimidation, travel safety), stress inoculation training, adaptive reaction speed building.
Advanced – 3
Pre-Expert Stage
Brown Belt – Stripe
Defence against multiple attackers, chaos management, negotiation & de-escalation, understanding legal rights, when to engage vs. when to escape.
Other Specialized Programs & Courses
The CTS Self Defence System offers age-specific, real-life relevant, practical, and inclusive training modules designed for students, youth, women, and general learners. These are short, impactful crash-courses focused on awareness + prevention + escape strategies, suitable for all fitness levels.
Women's Self Defence Courses
Ideal For:School & college girls, young women, working professionals, homemakers Learn More ↴
Children's Self Defence & Safety Training
Ideal For: Children and young learners (Ages 6 to 12) Learn More ↴
Men's Self Defence Courses
Ideal For:Students, professionals, travelers Learn More ↴
Teen Self Defence Classes
Ideal For:Teenagers and young adults (Ages 13 to 19) Learn More ↴
NGO & Community Self Defence Programs
Ideal For: Women empowerment groups, youth clubs, rural development initiatives Learn More ↴
Corporate Self Defence Workshops
Ideal For: IT firms, office staff, HR wellness initiatives Learn More ↴
School Self Defence Programs
Ideal For: School students of all ages (Class 1 to Class 12) Learn More ↴
College Self Defence Certification Programs
Ideal For: Degree colleges & universities Learn More ↴
Self Defence for the Visually-Impaired
Ideal For: NGOs and institutions working with visually-impaired learners Learn More ↴
CTS QuickDefence Safety Tool Training
Ideal For: Women, students, commuters, night-shift workers, seniors Learn More ↴
Don’t Just Learn Self Defence — Live Prepared.
Be the person who can act when it matters.
Structured Instructor Progress Path
CTS Levels 1 to 10 — From Expert Practitioner to Master of Masters
10th Degree Black Belt
Level 10
Master of Masters
Supreme Guardian of the CTS System, heritage, expansion, and global standardization.
CTS Instructor Dress Code
1st Degree Black Belt
Level 1
Instructor
Conduct basic training & assist lead coaches. Eligible for belt gradation (Yellow Belt onwards) at district/city level.
2nd Degree Black Belt
Level 2
Senior Instructor
Independently lead training batches, workshops, and school/corporate programs.
3rd Degree Black Belt
Level 3
Safe-T-Guru
Specialist in awareness, prevention, real-world behaviour conditioning. Eligible to conduct CTS Instructor Level-1 Courses in own city/district.
4th Degree Black Belt
Level 4
Senior Safe-T-Guru
Mentor new Safe-T-Gurus and refine curriculum delivery.
5th Degree Black Belt
Level 5
Master
Authority in advanced CTS combat science, psychology & system philosophy.
6th Degree Black Belt
Level 6
Senior Master
Train Masters; maintain correctness of movement, lineage, and standards.
7th Degree Black Belt
Level 7
Master Instructor
Lead national instructor certifications & development programs
8th Degree Black Belt
Level 8
Senior Master Instructor
Shape national strategy, guide institutional & government-level training integration.
9th Degree Black Belt
Level 9
Chief Master Instructor
Head instructor councils; safeguard authenticity and system evolution.
Additional Specialized Certification Programs
(Prerequisite: CTS Self Defence Instructor – Level 1 Certification Required)
These advanced instructor pathways allow certified Level-1 instructors to specialize in specific target groups, develop deeper expertise, and conduct independent workshops, school/college programs, and community outreach effectively.
CTS Pepper Spray Instructor Certification Course
Purpose: Enable instructors to legally, ethically, and safely train students in the correct use of pepper spray as a preventive escape tool.
Skills Gained: Safety protocols, usage demonstration drills, risk-avoidance strategies, legal compliance, post-incident procedures. Learn More ↴
School Self Defence Specialist Instructor Course
Purpose: Prepare instructors to run structured school safety curriculums across Class 1 to Class 12.
Skills Gained: Age-wise curriculum adaptation, psycho-social safety communication, classroom management, educational delivery design. Learn More ↴
Corporate Self Defence Instructor Certification Course
Purpose: Train instructors to conduct professional self-defence workshops for offices, IT parks, and corporate HR wellness programs.
Skills Gained: Corporate training communication, workplace harassment safety modules, travel safety coaching, professional presentation skills. Learn More ↴
CTS QuickDefence Instructor Certification Course
Purpose: Certify instructors to teach fast, zero-strength, real-life escape techniques for women, students, seniors, commuters, and short-term learners.
Skills Gained: Quick-teach frameworks, high-risk scenario response, awareness + reflex training, practical stress response conditioning. Learn More ↴
Women’s Self Defence Specialist Instructor Course
Purpose: Train instructors to lead women-focused safety workshops in communities and groups.
Skills Gained: Trauma-aware teaching, verbal boundary-setting methods, high-risk scenario management, gender-specific safety psychology. Learn More ↴
Children’s Self Defence Specialist Instructor Course
Purpose: Equip instructors to teach safe touch awareness, bullying prevention, confidence-building drills, and safety routines to children aged 6–12.
Skills Gained: Child psychology integration, age-appropriate teaching tools, storytelling-based instruction, positive behavior building. Learn More ↴
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about CTS Self Defence System
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Accredited & Respected Certification
Backed by Combat Tactical Systems International, Combat Tactical Association – India and the Institute of Self Defence Research & Strategic Analysis.
