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Hybrid Certification Courses

Get the best of both worlds with our Hybrid Certification Courses—a powerful blend of online learning and offline face-to-face training with expert CTS instructors. Start with structured online modules at your own pace, then discover techniques in hands-on practice sessions guided by professionals.

CTS Self-Defence Instructor Level-1 Course

Exclusive for Black Belts and Martial arts Instructors

CTS Level-1 Self Defence Instructor Certification

YOU DIDN’T TRAIN FOR YEARS JUST TO STAY “ANOTHER INSTRUCTOR”

You’ve earned your Black Belt — now it’s time to lead.
Train under Master Arvind Khaire, who has certified 600+ instructors nationwide (from 1st Dan to 9th Dan Black Belts).
✔️ Become a Certified CTS Self Defence Instructor
✔️ Earn your 1st Degree CTS Black Belt
✔️ Open doors to schools, corporates & women’s programs
✔️ Gain respect as a real-world self-defence specialist
👉 This is where your martial arts journey turns into legacy.

Exclusive for Black Belts and Martial arts Instructors

Women’s Self Defence Specialist Instructor Course

TRAIN TO EMPOWER. TEACH WOMEN TO STAY SAFE.

This course equips martial arts and self-defence instructors to confidently conduct women-focused safety programs at training centres, NGOs, and community spaces.
Learn directly from Master Trainer Arvind Khaire — author of Every Woman’s Survival Manual (Jaico Publishing House, 2004) and mentor to 30,000+ women trained across India.
✔️ Teach smart, realistic safety tactics for women
✔️ Deliver protection programs for colleges, corporates & communities
✔️ Build credibility as a respected women’s safety leader
👉 Perfect for instructors who want to create impact and income.

Children's Self Defence Specialized Instructor Course

Exclusive for Black Belts and Martial arts Instructors

Children’s Self Defence Specialist Instructor Course

EMPOWER KIDS WITH CONFIDENCE & SAFETY AWARENESS

This course equips instructors with child-friendly self defence and safety techniques that promote awareness, boundaries, and confidence.
Ideal for running special batches at schools, NGOs, and community setups.
✔️ Teach kids personal safety & awareness
✔️ Design fun, age-appropriate lessons
✔️ Build trust with parents, schools, and educators
👉 Perfect for instructors who want to empower kids safely and responsibly.

Weapons Disarming Seminar

Knife & Gun Disarming Seminar

BUILD CALM, CONFIDENCE & CONTROL UNDER PRESSURE

A high-impact, safety-controlled seminar that develops readiness for extreme threat scenarios.
✔️ Learn safe, guided disarming drills using training tools
✔️ Improve awareness, decision-making & reaction control
✔️ Practice life-saving strategies in a controlled, non-aggressive environment
👉 100% safe, instructor-led, and designed for professional development.

Pepper Spray Instructor Certification Course

Exclusive for Black Belts and Martial arts Instructors

CTS Pepper Spray Instructor Certification Course

FROM ANCIENT TACTICS TO MODERN SELF DEFENCE

While pepper spray is modern, the use of peppers for protection dates back thousands of years to Ancient China and India.
This course provides professional, safety-first training on the legal and instructional use of pepper spray for today’s environment.
✔️ Learn to teach pepper spray safety & awareness
✔️ Gain official CTS Instructor Certification
✔️ Empower communities, corporates & women’s groups
✔️ Build credibility as a specialist safety trainer
👉 Continue an ancient legacy with a modern, structured training system.

School Self Defence Specialist Instructor Course

Exclusive for Black Belts and Martial arts Instructors

School Self Defence Specialist Instructor Course

PROTECT THE NEXT GENERATION — Become a Certified School Specialist

Train under Master Trainer Arvind Khaire, author of Stand Strong: Self Defence Workbook for School Girls — India’s first NEP 2020–aligned self-defence workbook.
With over 25 years of experience in top schools and universities, this program prepares instructors to conduct structured, school-approved safety training.
✔️ Teach awareness, discipline & boundaries
✔️ Run programs for students, parents & educators
✔️ Deliver age-appropriate school safety sessions
👉 Ideal for Black Belts & instructors who want to empower and protect school children.

Corporate Self Defence Instructor Certification Course

Exclusive for Black Belts and Martial arts Instructors

CTS Corporate Self Defence Instructor Certification Course

LEAD WORKPLACE SAFETY TRAINING LIKE A PRO

Designed for instructors who want to conduct impactful, high-energy corporate safety sessions — from 1-hour crash courses to full-day workshops.
Developed by Master Trainer Arvind Khaire, creator of CorpDefence, with:
✔️ 6,000+ employees trained
✔️ 300+ corporate sessions nationwide
✔️ Learn to teach workplace safety, travel threat & stress-response tactics
✔️ Build a new income stream as a corporate safety instructor
👉 Ideal for Black Belts & trainers ready to enter the corporate training industry.

TS QuickDefence Instructor Certification Course

CTS QuickDefence Instructor Certification Course

FROM MARTIAL ARTIST TO QUICKDEFENCE SPECIALIST

Turn your martial arts expertise into a career-defining advantage with the CTS QuickDefence system — a modern approach to fast, effective, real-world protection.
Learn from QuickDefence innovator Master Trainer Arvind Khaire to teach with authenticity and confidence.
✔️ Designed for Black Belts, Self-Defence Instructors & Trainers
✔️ Learn CTS QuickDefence Keychain drills & tactics
✔️ Gain certification & authority to teach in schools, corporates & communities
👉 Upgrade your teaching — deliver practical defence that works.

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SELF DEFENCE INSIDE: Flip e-Magazine

YOUR MONTHLY DOSE OF SAFETY, STRENGTH & SMART LIVING

Welcome to SELF DEFENCE INSIDE — your go-to digital guide for personal safety and empowerment!
Discover:
✔️Expert tips from real self defence professionals
✔️ Exclusive interviews & inspiring stories
✔️ Practical techniques for beginners to advanced practitioners
✔️ The latest trends, tools, and training insights
Missed an issue? No worries!
Back volumes are available for December 2023, January 2024, February 2024, and March 2024 at a special reader price.
Stay tuned — new issues are coming soon!
Join a community where knowledge meets empowerment.

Live Online Course

POCSO Certification Course for martial arts instructors

Exclusive for Black Belts and Martial arts Instructors

POCSO Certification Course

CHILD SAFETY & PROTECTION TRAINER PROGRAM

A must-attend online course for anyone training minors. Learn the POCSO Act, mandatory reporting duties, and how to create safe, compliant learning environments.
✔️ Designed for Martial Arts & Self-Defence Instructors
✔️ Understand child protection laws & prevention strategies
✔️ Become a recognized child safety trainer
✔️ Add a high-demand specialization to your profile
👉 Boost credibility with schools, NGOs, & institutions

Live Online Course

POSH Certification Course

Exclusive for Black Belts and Martial arts Instructors

POSH Certification Course

PREVENTION OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT (POSH) TRAINER PROGRAM

Gain in-depth understanding of the POSH Act and learn how to conduct awareness workshops for corporates & institutions.
Perfect for instructors working with women and professionals who value safety and respect.
✔️ Get Certified POSH Trainer credentials
✔️ Learn to deliver legal awareness & safety sessions
✔️ Access ready-to-use training formats & workshop guides
👉 Expand into the corporate safety training space and boost both credibility & income.

Digital Interactive Learning

Safety & Self Defence IQ Challenge Packs

Safety & Self Defence IQ Challenge Packs

Boost your instincts with interactive safety challenges designed for today’s real-world threats—from street harassment to child safety, travel risks to emergency survival. Choose from premium packs including Women’s, Teen, Parent, School Child, Senior Citizens, Abroad Studies, Workplace & Cab Travel, and more.

Digital Products

Learn anytime, anywhere with our digital collection

Personal Safety Mindset -- Audio Series

Personal Safety Mindset - Audio Series

Master the psychology of safety with powerful lessons on awareness, confidence, and decision-making under pressure.

The Self-Defence Fundamentals Blueprint – Audio Series

Your complete guide to self defence basics, available in audio form. Train your mind while commuting, exercising, or relaxing.

Fearless Femme: Self-Defence for Women - Flip eBook

Fearless Femme: Self Defence for Women - Flip eBook

A motivational and practical guide that helps women develop fearless confidence and protective strategies.

Starting Your Realistic Self-Defence Instructor Career

Starting Your Realistic Self Defence Instructor Career

A must-read for martial arts professionals who want to transition into teaching practical self defence.

Print Hard Copies

Physical books with proven self defence frameworks, perfect for schools, institutions, and martial arts Instructors.

Stand Strong: Self Defence Workbook for School Girls

Stand Strong: Self Defence Workbook for School Girls

An empowering, interactive workbook designed specially for school-going girls to build confidence, awareness, and practical self defence skills. With step-by-step exercises, real-life scenarios, and reflective activities, Stand Strong helps young girls learn how to stay safe, assert themselves, and handle challenging situations with courage.

Every Woman’s Survival Manual

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Every Woman’s Survival Manual

Published in 2004 by Jaico Publishing House, Every Woman’s Survival Manual is an empowering guide for women’s safety. It covers street safety, harassment defense, home security, and everyday protection tactics, giving women practical tools and strategies to stay confident and secure in any situation

Stri Ani Swasanrakshan book by Arvind Khaire

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Stri Ani Swasanrakshan

Every Woman’s Survival Manual was later translated into Marathi as ‘Stree Ani Swarakshan’, published in 2006 by Manovikas Prakashan, and inaugurated by Hon. MP Smt. Supriya Sule

🛡️ Training Equipment & Safety Tools

Take your self defence training to the next level with some of the CTS-designed tools and equipment. Each product is created to simulate realistic attack situations and help students practice safely while building speed, accuracy, and confidence.

CTS QuickDefence Keychain – Everyday Carry Protection

CTS QuickDefence Keychain – Everyday Carry Protection

Stay safe on the go with the QuickDefence Keychain, a compact yet powerful personal safety tool. Designed for quick access, it offers added confidence in daily commutes, late-night walks, or unexpected confrontations. Small, discreet, and highly effective.

CTS Focus Mitts – Precision Training Gear

CTS Focus Mitts – Precision Training Gear

Train your strikes with CTS Focus Mitts, built for speed, accuracy, and endurance drills. These mitts are lightweight yet durable, making them ideal for instructors and students practicing punches, palm strikes, and defensive combinations.

CTS Hair Pull Dummy – Realistic Attack Simulation

CTS Hair Pull Dummy – Realistic Attack Simulation

The Hair Pull Dummy allows trainees to practice defence against one of the most common street attacks: hair grabs. Safe, realistic, and durable, this tool is essential for women’s self defence training.

CTS Groin Target Pad – Practice the Ultimate Equalizer

CTS Groin Target Pad – Practice the Ultimate Equalizer

Groin strikes are one of the most effective self-defence techniques. The CTS Groin Target Pad provides a safe way to practice this move, ensuring students learn how to generate maximum impact without injury.

Face Focus Mitts – Improve Accuracy Under Pressure

Face Focus Mitts – Improve Accuracy Under Pressure

Target precision is critical in self defence. The Face Focus Mitts replicate realistic head-level targets, helping trainees master strikes to vulnerable areas under stress-based scenarios.

Eye Gauge Dummy – Critical Target Training

Eye Gauge Dummy – Critical Target Training

The Eye Gauge Dummy is specifically designed to practice eye gouge defence drills, one of the most effective techniques when facing life-threatening attacks. Provides realistic simulation while ensuring training safety.

Hammer Head – Build Power Strikes Safely

Hammer Head – Build Power Strikes Safely

The Hammer Head is a durable training tool for practicing hammer fist strikes and building raw striking power. Perfect for drills that teach both strength and technique control.

CTS Stomping Kick Pad

CTS Stomping Kick Pad

Protect your instep while mastering one of the most powerful and practical self-defence strikes—the stomping kick. This pad is built for realistic resistance training, helping learners develop strong, safe, and effective kicks without risk of injury.

⚡ Why Choose CTS Training Equipment?

Designed for real-world attack simulations

Designed for real-world attack simulations

Safe, durable, and CTS Designed and approved

Safe, durable, and CTS-approved

Suitable for women, children, and professional training

Suitable for women, children, and professional training

Helps build speed, accuracy, and realistic responses

Helps build speed, accuracy, and realistic responses

Essential for CTS-certified instructors and academies

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What makes CTS Self Defence different from martial arts?

Unlike traditional martial arts focused on sports, belts, or rituals, CTS Self Defence is built on realistic techniques designed for real-world situations. The training is simple, fast, and effective, making it suitable for women, children, and professionals who need practical self defence skills they can apply immediately.

Can anyone join the CTS Self Defence Instructor Level-1 Course?

Yes. The Instructor Level-1 Course is designed for martial arts black belts, fitness trainers, and self defence enthusiasts who want to become certified instructors. It combines 1st Degree Black Belt training with teaching skills, allowing you to build your own self defence academy or training program.

Do you offer women’s self defence training?

Absolutely. We provide specialized programs such as the Women’s Self Defence Instructor Course, the Fearless Femme eBook, and the Every Woman’s Survival Manual. These resources focus on urban safety, harassment defence, and confidence-building techniques tailored specifically for women.

What age group is the Children’s Self Defence Course designed for?

The Children’s Self Defence Specialized Instructor Course is structured for kids aged 6 to 14. It teaches children awareness, boundary-setting, and safe escape skills in a fun and interactive way. The Stand Strong Workbook for School Girls is also widely used in schools to promote child safety education.

How does the POCSO Certification Course help professionals?

Our POCSO Online Certification Course equips teachers, trainers, and parents with essential knowledge of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act. It enhances your ability to recognize, prevent, and respond to child safety risks, while also boosting your professional credibility with a recognized certification.

Do you have self-defence resources I can access on the go?

Yes. CTS offers audiobooks like The Self-Defence Fundamentals Blueprint and the Personal Safety Mindset Audio Series. These are perfect for busy learners who want to absorb safety strategies and mindset training while driving, exercising, or traveling.

Are there free self-defence tools available?

Yes. The CTS Self-Defence IQ Meter is a free digital tool that lets you test your safety awareness and decision-making skills. It’s an excellent starting point before enrolling in advanced training.

Do you ship books internationally?

Yes, our print books like Stand Strong and Every Woman’s Survival Manual can be shipped globally. Delivery times may vary by location, but we ensure secure packaging and reliable worldwide shipping.

How do I start my self defence journey with CTS?

You can begin by downloading the free Self Defence IQ Meter, then move on to audiobooks or eBooks for mindset and foundational knowledge. From there, choose between online courses or offline seminars depending on your goals. If you’re an instructor, start with the Instructor Level-1 Course to launch your professional journey.
CTS Self Defence IQ Meter

CTS Self Defence IQ Meter

Challenge yourself with interactive real-world safety scenarios. Measure your awareness and decision-making skills with our free assessment tool.

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