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.
What Ed Kemper Teaches Self-Defence Instructors About Predator Trust Tactics
Ed Kemper used a safety rule to fool his victims. Here's what self-defence instructors should teach about trust tactics. ...more
Foundations ,Instructor Tips &Recognize the Signs
September 29, 2026•6 min read
What I Stopped Teaching (And Why It Made Me Better)
After 32 years, here is what I cut from my self-defense training, and the client-first approach that made me a better instructor. ...more
Foundations ,Instructor Tips
September 19, 2026•5 min read
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