SELF Protection Academy

SELF Protection Academy Self Protection Academy 🛡️
Practical self-protection training focused on awareness, prevention, confidence and real-world skills. Beginners welcome.

Training incorporates Krav Maga principles and practical tactics. Weekly training, community & corporate Basic principles

Krav Maga promotes finishing a fight as quickly as possible. Attacks are aimed at the most vulnerable parts of the body, and training is not limited to techniques that avoid severe injury. Drills provide maximum safety to students by the use of protective equipment and the use of reasonable force. Students learn to defend against all variety of attacks and are taught to counter in the quickest and most efficient way. Ideas in Krav Maga include:

Counter attacking as soon as possible (or attacking pre-emptively). Targeting attacks to the body's most vulnerable points, such as: the eyes, neck/throat, face, solar plexus, groin, ribs, knee, foot, fingers, etc. Maximum effectiveness and efficiency in order to neutralize the opponent as quickly as possible. Training can also cover situational awareness to develop an understanding of one's surroundings, learning to understand the psychology of a street confrontation, and
identifying potential threats before an attack occurs.

Training tonight 8pm Holywell Community Centre Strength & Conditioning including Boxing drills , All Welcome
24/09/2026

Training tonight 8pm Holywell Community Centre
Strength & Conditioning including Boxing drills , All Welcome

> Bus stop, head down in phone = most vulnerable.>> We teach Situational Awareness - your first layer of self protection...
20/09/2026

> Bus stop, head down in phone = most vulnerable.
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> We teach Situational Awareness - your first layer of self protection.
> How to spot issues early & stay safe at bus stops, town centres & busy areas.
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> Mixed classes - Swords & North Dublin
> Men, women & older teens 16+ welcome. No experience needed.
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Training every Monday 8pm : Holywell Community Centre . New participents WELCOME
14/09/2026

Training every Monday 8pm : Holywell Community Centre . New participents WELCOME

Katie Taylor is the definition of an Irish warrior — humble outside the ropes, fearless inside them. From Bray to the bi...
06/09/2026

Katie Taylor is the definition of an Irish warrior — humble outside the ropes, fearless inside them. From Bray to the biggest arenas in the world, she has carried the tricolour with pride, heart, and pure grit, paving the way for every Irish woman who dared to dream of fighting. Olympic champion, undisputed world champion, and still the same respectful, down-to-earth girl next door. A true Irish legend, a proud warrior through and through.

🚨 HOW AWARE ARE YOU?We all use our phones. We wear headphones. We get distracted.But when you're out and about, awarenes...
30/08/2026

🚨 HOW AWARE ARE YOU?

We all use our phones. We wear headphones. We get distracted.

But when you're out and about, awareness matters.

Learn practical skills to recognise potential risks, avoid confrontation, stay calm and know what to do if a situation changes.

🥋 No experience needed. Beginner friendly.

Build awareness. Build confidence. Be prepared, not scared.

📍 Self Protection Academy
New participants welcome.

👉 Get in touch and start training. selfprotectionacademy.net

🥊 SELF PROTECTION ACADEMY – TRAINING RESTARTS!We’re back on Monday 24th August at 8pm at Holywell Community Centre, Swor...
10/08/2026

🥊 SELF PROTECTION ACADEMY – TRAINING RESTARTS!

We’re back on Monday 24th August at 8pm at Holywell Community Centre, Swords.

Our practical, realistic training is suitable for all levels — beginners are very welcome! 👊

Train in a friendly mixed male & female environment, build confidence and awareness, improve your ability to deal with real-world situations, and learn practical self-protection skills.

No previous experience needed — just come along and give it a try!

📍 Holywell Community Centre, Swords
📅 Monday 24/08/26
⏰ 8pm

Train Smart. Stay Alert. Be Prepared.
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"While most people in Ireland feel safe, official CSO research shows women are significantly less likely than men to fee...
31/07/2026

"While most people in Ireland feel safe, official CSO research shows women are significantly less likely than men to feel safe walking alone at night. Self Protection Academy helps people develop awareness, confidence and practical personal safety skills for everyday life." selfprotectionacademy.net

☀️ SUMMER BREAK NOTICE ☀️The Self Protection Academy is now closed for our summer break.We'd like to thank all of our me...
02/07/2026

☀️ SUMMER BREAK NOTICE ☀️

The Self Protection Academy is now closed for our summer break.

We'd like to thank all of our members for their hard work, commitment, and support throughout the season. We hope everyone has a safe, enjoyable, and well-deserved summer!

📅 Our return date will be confirmed soon, so keep an eye on our social media pages for updates.

🥋 Thinking of joining us?
We are now taking bookings for new participants during the summer break. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to improve your personal safety skills, our training is practical, easy to learn, and designed to build confidence at your own pace.

Knowledge is your greatest form of self-protection.

📩 Message us today to reserve your place for our next intake. Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended.

Have a fantastic summer, and we look forward to welcoming both returning and new members very soon! selfprotectionacademy.net

🚨 Your Safety Starts With Awareness 🚨Confidence isn't about looking for trouble—it's about knowing how to avoid it, reco...
22/06/2026

🚨 Your Safety Starts With Awareness 🚨

Confidence isn't about looking for trouble—it's about knowing how to avoid it, recognise potential threats early, and respond effectively if necessary. At Self Protection Academy, we teach practical, reality-based self-protection skills that anyone can learn, regardless of age, fitness level, or experience. Train in a supportive environment alongside like-minded people, build confidence, improve awareness, and develop skills that could make a real difference when it matters most. Knowledge is the key. Be aware. Be prepared. Stay safe.

Threats don’t always look obvious—and by the time they are, it may be too late. Real self-protection starts with awarene...
07/06/2026

Threats don’t always look obvious—and by the time they are, it may be too late. Real self-protection starts with awareness: recognizing pre-incident indicators, managing distance, and making smart decisions under stress. At Self Protection Academy, we train you to see the warning signs early, avoid unnecessary danger, and respond decisively when escape isn’t an option. Your safety is your responsibility—and it’s a skill you can train. selfprotectionacademy.net
Training every Monday 8pm Holywell Community Centre . Open to new participents

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Holywell Community Centre
Swords

Opening Hours

Monday 8pm - 9pm
Thursday 8pm - 9pm

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+353867379563

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