Self Defense Training That Works in the Real World
Learn how to defend yourself against slaps, punches, pushes, and grabs in real-world situations. Our practical, no-nonsense courses use full-body motion—hands, legs, elbows—to equip you with the physical and mental tools to handle a range of threats confidently. At HumanWeapon, we don’t just teach self-defense—we teach:
Awareness: Spot danger before it escalates
Control Fear: Learn how to de-escalate and disengage safely
Defense: Master practical techniques for close encounters
Escape or Retaliate: Determine the next steps, know how strike back, and when its appropriate
Real-World Application: Techniques adapted to modern threats in New Zealand
Block Course Training for Specific Scenarios
Our block courses are structured around compound movements tailored to realistic threats. These courses cover scenario-specific techniques, including:
Domestic violence
Street or pub aggression
Bullying and intimidation
Situations faced by security guards, frontline workers, and corrections officers
Each group course runs over 8 structured classes, with a focus on building muscle memory, confidence, and situational awareness.
To ensure proper form, safety, and technique mastery, every student works one-on-one with an experienced instructor during the sessions.
Private Self Defense Classes
All classes are held at our private HumanWeapon training facility in Red Beach, Auckland, New Zealand. While group training is effective, we understand that it’s not the right fit for everyone. That’s why we offer Private Self Defense Training, ideal for those who:
Prefer a more personalised learning environment
Want to address specific concerns (e.g. domestic violence, bullying, night shifts, solo running)
Learn better at their own pace
Private training is offered in blocks of 4 or 8 sessions, with course length depending on:
The number of techniques you want to learn
How quickly you pick up the skills
How confident and prepared you feel
After completing a block course, you can book single private sessions as needed.
At HumanWeapon, self-defense isn’t a hobby—it’s a life skill. Here you become your own HumanWeapon.
