🛡 India’s First Inclusive Self Defence Initiative

Self Defence for the Visually-Impaired

Empowering the Visually-Challenged with Confidence, Awareness & Safety Skills

CTS AdaptiveDefence delivers specialized self-protection training across India through touch-based techniques, sound cues, and situational awareness — enabling participants to move, react, and live with safety and independence.

1000+

Lives Transformed

20+

Cities Across India

25+

NGO Partnerships

About CTS AdaptiveDefence

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Developed under CTS Self Defence, this specialized training system combines touch-based techniques, sound and directional cues, and situational awareness drills tailored for learners with limited or no vision.

Self Defence for the Visually-Impaired
"Self defence is not about fighting. It's about awareness, confidence, and control."
Arvind Khaire
Founder - CTS Self Defence System

Tactile-Based Learning

Builds reaction and control using touch, positioning, and balance tailored for visually-challenged learners.

Customized Drills

Designed specifically for visually-impaired and differently-abled individuals with real-life situational practice.

Confidence Building

Encourages self-esteem and safe movement in public spaces through an inclusive, non-aggressive approach.

Program Format

Flexible training options designed to meet the diverse needs of visually-impaired communities

What Makes AdaptiveDefence Unique

✅ Tactile-Based Learning

Builds reaction and control using touch, positioning, and balance

✅ Real-Life Situational Practice

Prepares learners for sudden contact or confrontation scenarios

✅ Inclusive Approach

Safety through awareness and confidence, not aggression

 

✅ Customized Drills

Designed for visually-challenged and differently-abled individuals

 Confidence & Mobility Focus

Encourages self-esteem and safe movement in public spaces

 Sound & Directional Cues

Utilizes audio feedback and spatial awareness techniques

Group Workshops

Collaborative sessions for 10-20 participants focusing on team awareness and mutual support

Individual Training

Personalized adaptive sessions tailored to specific needs and learning pace

Awareness Talks

Educational demonstrations on safety, confidence, and self-protection principles

Certification

Official recognition for all participants completing the program

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Nationwide Impact

Through collaborations with national NGOs, CSR partners, and inclusive education networks, we’re transforming lives across India.

Program Reach Across India

Bangalore

Gurgaon

BodhGaya

Mumbai

Mysore

Bhopal

Jaipur

Kalahandi

Mahasamund

Dungarpur

Delhi

Pratapgarh

Unnao

Katni

Raisen

Howrah

Hazaribagh

Mandla

…and expanding to more cities every month

1,000+

Participants Trained

Visually-impaired girls and women empowered with vital safety and awareness skills

20+

Cities Covered

Pan-India presence reaching communities from metros to smaller towns

10000+

10,000 Our Goal

Reaching 10,000+ participants through NGO & CSR collaboration

🏆 Success Stories

From Vulnerability to Victory

Meet the inspiring women who turned their training into national and international achievements

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Sarita

🏆 Bronze Medal, Blind Judo Championships, England

Transformed from vulnerability to international athletic success through AdaptiveDefence training.

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Janki

🏆 Bronze Medal, Blind Judo Championships, Tashkent

Represented India with pride and strength, bringing home international recognition.

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Sudama

🏆 Honored as ‘Collector for a Day’, Katni

Outstanding achievement in Blind Judo earned her recognition from local government.

Empowering Girls to Become Trainers & Leaders

Self Defence for the Visually-Impaired 10 days Instructor training conducted

An 10-day residential Self Defence Instructor Certification Course, organized by Sightsavers, trained 17 visually-impaired girls who had previously learned under Arvind Khaire.

Many went on to win National and International Gold Medals in Blind Judo and now teach self defence in their own communities — promoting safety, equality, and empowerment across India.

5+

International Medals

10+

National Champions

17

Certified Instructors

What Partners Say

Trusted by leading NGOs and disability rights organizations across India

Collaboration with Madhya Pradesh Police

25

Officers Trained

Arvind Khaire was invited by Sightsavers (Bhopal) to train 25 officers from the Department of Crime Against Women, Madhya Pradesh Police in self defence techniques designed for visually-impaired girls. The program boosted police capacity and strengthened safety education for the visually-challenged community.

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Self Defence for the Visually-Impaired training appreciation letter from American India Foundation

“Under your guidance, women with disabilities received self-defence training in Delhi and Gurgaon. You’ve instilled confidence in them to face challenges independently.”

Manish Kumar

Program Manager – ABLE

Self Defence for the Visually-Impaired training appreciation letter from Sightsavers India

“Training over 300 blind girls is a remarkable achievement, showing your patience and compassion as an instructor.”

Archana Bhambal

Area Director, North India

“He has trained physically challenged, visually impaired, and hearing-impaired girls across Bangalore and Mysore.”

Anuradha Bai

Manager

Partner With Us

Join Hand with CTS Self Defence (AdaptiveDefence) make safety inclusive, accessible, and empowering

Collaborate for Social Impact

Are you an NGO, CSR initiative, or rehabilitation organization supporting  visually-impaired  communities? We welcome partnership to expand our reach and empower more lives across India.

Connect

+91 9819501532

Led by Safe-T-Guru Arvind Khaire

CTS Self Defence — Empowering Communities Across India Since 2002

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India’s First Inclusive Self Defence Initiative for the Visually-Impaired

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