“I am a 28 year career police officer, the last 27 years being with the Sycamore Illinois Police Department. I am currently of the rank of Police Lieutenant. I am also a seventh degree black belt in Isshin-Ryu style karate and have studied various forms of martial arts over the past thirty years. I have studied and been certified in various police defensive tactics and public self-defense tactics and strategies including serving as a D.A.R.E. officer, R.A.D. Kids instructor (Resisting Aggression Defensively) and a member of American Woman’s Self Defense Association.
In all my experiences and training I have found...this curriculum and manner of instruction is second to none. I would recommend this professional training to anyone interested in not just surviving, but in thriving in today’s environment."
- Lieutenant Thomas Scott, Sycamore Police Department
"Training was practical and unlike many other “self-defense” programs
taught realistic skills which would enable our employees to
effectively handle safety risks. His safety curriculum focused
on more than how to handle an aggressive act, but placed great
priority on proactive measures often overlooked by instructors in
our field."
Michael and
his instructors have conducted themselves in a very professional manner. Much
thought has gone into the delivery of the message of the importance of
awareness in order to feel and be safe in different environments. Instruction
also includes strategies of how to deal with situations which can not be
avoided.
Our school and department whole heartedly endorse this program. This has been a great addition to our Physical Education program and certainly a benefit to our students who take advantage of participating in this class."
- Paul Zientarski, Department Coordinator Physical Ed., Naperville Central H.S.
"My son and I are
both students of S.A.F.E.. It has been a great experience for
both of us. The classes are organized to build a strong
foundation and the instructors are friendly and always willing to share their knowledge. I
have seen a definite increase in my son's self-confidence and his
skills. For myself the training has helped me better handle stress
and prioritize my life."
- Jim Danko, Insurance Agent
"Having studied several martial arts and been certified in two different methods of verbal de-escalation, self-protection and restraint; the S.A.F.E. program is by far the most effective method of self-defense I have run across. I'm a firm believer that everyone should be able to protect themselves. This is the best way I've found to do it."
- Matt Carr, College Security Officer
