The SAFE Perspective
Violence prevention, self-defence, and conflict resolution for everyday people — simple, real-world guidance built for recall under stress.
The SAFE Perspective blog. Practical self-defence and violence prevention articles for instructors and regular people. Real advice built for recall under stress.
The SAFE Perspective covers practical violence prevention, self-defence, and conflict resolution for everyday people. Written by Chris Roberts, founder of SAFE International. Topics include awareness skills, prevention strategies, instructor tips, and simple self-defence decisions built for real-world recall under stress. Changing and saving lives since 1994.
IInstructors interested in a practical self-defence instructor certification can learn more about the SAFE Certification program.
The Right Words at the Wrong Time Can Still Get You Hurt
A real SAFE Certification case study: the exact words to use (and avoid) when a client turns aggressive during a home visit. Violence prevention training in action. ...more
Foundations ,Instructor Tips
September 07, 2026•6 min read
Self-Defence Curriculum: Why 4 Hours Is Harder Than 20
Most self-defence courses try to cover too much. Here is how to build a curriculum your students actually remember, from 30+ years of teaching. ...more
Foundations ,Instructor Tips
August 13, 2026•5 min read
Self-Defence for Seniors: Aren't They Too Old? No.
Aren't seniors too old for self-defence? No. A prevention-first approach that skips the gimmicks and teaches what older adults can actually use. ...more
Foundations ,Instructor Tips
July 30, 2026•6 min read
Violence Prevention Begins Long Before Violence
A conflict resolution professional and a violence prevention instructor compare notes on ego, de-escalation, and getting everyone home safe. ...more
Foundations ,Instructor Tips
July 22, 2026•10 min read
Self Defense Courses in Canada: What to Look For
Most self defense courses skip what matters. Learn what to look for, city by city across Canada, and how instructors get SAFE certified online. ...more
Foundations ,Instructor Tips
July 10, 2026•6 min read
10 Minutes of Prevention Beats a Kick to the Groin
Most self-defence instructor training gives prevention ten minutes then moves on to physical drills. Here's why that's fighting not self-defence and what a real prevention-first programme looks like. ...more
Foundations ,Instructor Tips
June 01, 2026•6 min read