Testimonials

Refuge Co-ordinator, Inverness-shire Women’s Aid
"The classes Mr Bell is offering cover a wide range of topics which we believe will be very much to the advantage of the vulnerable group of women we support, both in their domestic lives and in public. These will, of course, also be invaluable to females in general and particularly to 16 year olds and over, who may be leaving home to live in other areas of the country."

Refuge Worker, Ross-shire Women’s Aid
"Such a course is invaluable to our women not only from the practical point of being better able to defend themselves but also from an emotional stand in helping to build self esteem and confidence."

Trustee, Carlisle Domestic Abuse Support
"I had an absolutely fantastic day. The course was very interesting and most helpful while both Alan and David Bell proved to be very knowledgeable and passed on information very well and with great humour. Thank you."

Refuge Worker, South Ayrshire Women's Aid
"Brilliant course. Very informative and expertly delivered."

Refuge Worker, Domestic Abuse Support, Carlisle
"I found the course very informative in a very down to earth way especially the different self defence techniques. I don't know how you could improve on this!"

Senior Aircraft Woman, RAF Lossiemouth
"The most beneficial parts of the course were the voice control and how to defend yourself if knocked to the ground. I did not realise how effective the technique was and it has given me more confidence."

Officer Commanding, 2405 (Dingwall) Squadron & 2405 (Wester Ross) Squadron - detached flight, Gairloch
"Mr Alan Bell has been responsible on a number of occasions for instruction to cadets of 2405 Squadron in the following subjects - Personal Safety & Awareness Training, Basic Self Defence Techniques and Security & Suspect Bomb Awareness. This training has been of great benefit to both cadets and staff .... and is not only useful to us at our Squadron premises but is also put into practice in connection with the large number of community and public events we attend throughout our cadet year."

Community Development Worker, Army Welfare Service
"The feedback from this course has been extremely positive. All participants enjoyed theselves and learned a lot. They cannot wait to attend the next course."

Crime Prevention Design Advisor, Metropolitan Police
"I would have no hesitation in recommending Mr Bell as a trainer for any future Personal Safety training courses."

Community Safety Officer, Northern Constabulary
"Personal Safety in any form is a worthwhile initiative and the support and eagerness to become involved shown by Mr Bell is refreshing."

Facilities Manager, Highland Council
"I can thoroughly recommend Mr Bell's First Aid and Personal Safety courses."

Principal, North Highland College
"The workshops served to increase the students awareness of self defence issues and the practical aspects of the programme gave the students hands on experience of what to do in a threatening situation. The programme itself covered aspects of self defence ranging from how to deal and respond to unwanted behaviour verbally, to more serious incidents such as the actions to follow if a sexual assault was being committed. While some of the students preferred to sit back and watch some of the activities, as they found them too intense, the sessions have unquestionably raised awareness of self defence issues. The incidence of attacks was also covered to inform students of the types of attacks which occurred most frequency in the local area as well as giving statistics to reassure the students that physical / sexual attacks are not as common as some had perceived which served to reduce the ‘fear of attack’ culture many in society believe to be true today. Overall the sessions were well planned and designed and the training techniques used were appropriate for the student groups concerned. The friendly approach that Alan used ensured the students responded positively when participating within the workshops despite the seriousness of the subjects being covered. On a more personal note, these sessions should be made readily available to all young people in order to increase their personal awareness skills. Introducing training sessions into schools / colleges as a matter of course can only benefit the students by giving them advice they need to protect themselves and who might otherwise become victims of crime."

Investors In People (IIP) Advisor, Ross & Cromarty Enterprise (RACE)
"Alan Bell is a great trainer who really knows his stuff. He makes you feel like you can hurt an attacker and get away - you don't have to be the one that gets hurt. Actually practising the 'theory' has given me greater confidence in my ability to deter an attacker."

Senior Housing Officer, The Highland Council
"I would highly recommend both the training and Alan Bell to any organisation which deals with customers who, may at times, show signs of aggression."

Rector, Alness Academy
"Mr. Bell’s input had a positive impact on students. The students gained a much clearer understanding of violent crime statistics and this helped to reduce their concerns regarding fear of attack. They became more aware of the various preventative measures that could be utilised to reduce the opportunities for a physical attack on them. Student confidence and assertiveness skills were improved with benefits for a more successful response to unwanted behaviour."

Executive Office Manager, Ross & Cromarty Enterprise (RACE)
"I will certainly recommend this type of training to others as I feel that if the worst did happen and I was attacked, I realise that I am capable of defending myself in a way that I couldn't have before."

Chairman, The Institute of Advanced Motorists - Ross & Cromarty Group
"The general opinion of Alan's talk on Personal Security was that it was worthwhile, challenging and exceptionally well presented. The talk was given in a very professional and efficient manner. Well balanced between the serious and the less serious side of this subject. Alan obviously knew his subject thoroughly and had prepared the structure of the talk with much thought and care. I myself was encouraged and challenged by what he said, the subjects he presented, and the need to review my own personal safety."

Development Manager, Ross & Cromarty Enterprise (RACE)
"I enjoyed the event and feel more confident about what I can & can't do to defend myself. Alan was excellent with the right approach."

Acting Senior Housing Officer, The Highland Council - Housing Service
"I found all of the course beneficial. I liked the simplicity of the self defence moves giving maximum effect. Also found the practice movements beneficial."

Youth Worker, Alness New Community Schools (ANCS)
"Alan Bell has an excellent knowledge of this subject and an excellent approach & manner. The course was taught very well and I found the whole class very good."

Advice & Information Officer, Ross & Cromarty Enterprise (RACE)
"I thoroughly enjoyed the session. The trainers made what is a serious subject enjoyable, interesting and informative. It made you think about things you normally put to the back of your mind."

Support Worker, Alness Mothers Against Drugs (AMAD)
"Brilliant. A serious subject taught in a fun way."

Chairperson, Muir of Ord Women's Royal Institute (WRI)
"Thank you for coming along to our WRI meeting. The ladies thoroughly enjoyed your talk and never knew a safety and security lecture could be so amusing. I'm sure they'll be much more confident when going out in the dark now armed with their brollies, brushes and sprays. Thanks again."



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