EAST LOTHIAN SELF DEFENCE
Build your awareness, confidence, and ability to protect yourself in real-life situations
Would you see a dangerous situation coming?
Would you know how to handle it?
Spot it early.
Handle it properly.
Fitness classes don’t prepare you.
Traditional martial arts often don’t reflect reality.
When something unexpected happens, people tend to freeze.
This course is designed to change that.
This isn’t a typical class
Most training:
Focuses on sport or fitness
Uses complex techniques
Lacks realism
This course:
Focuses on real-life, unpredictable situations
Uses simple, instinctive movements
Builds awareness and confidence
10 Week Self Defence Foundation Course
10-week programme designed to take you from uncertainty to confidence through realistic, scenario-based training.
Learn how to recognise and avoid danger
Build confidence under pressure
Practice simple, effective techniques
Train in realistic situations
Test your skills in a final session
Client Reviews
“Kenny plans sessions very carefully and makes them interesting and enjoyable. Good focus on safety which is very important in close contact. Passionate about self defence and sharing his knowledge. Uses his personal training skills to clearly communicate all technical points. I look forward to adding skills at his classes.”
— D G“Both my son and I thoroughly enjoyed our sessions with Kenny. He taught us valuable defence techniques in real-life situations, all the while creating a fun and friendly environment! We are looking forward to coming back for more!”
— Mr Shelton“Highly recommend Kenny at East Lothian Self-Defence. His teaching of authentic Israeli Krav Maga is excellent — practical, engaging, and easy to follow for all levels.
Classes are welcoming, enjoyable, and focused on real-world self-defence that builds confidence fast. I'll definitely be back!”
— Richard Jordan“Self defence is essential, Kenny has an easiness about him that makes training effective, engaging and enjoyable. It’s so easy to join up, just give it a go and you won’t look back (unless you have been trained by Kenny to look for risks)!”
— DianneHow the course works
You’ll build your skills step by step, starting with awareness and finishing with realistic pressure-tested training.
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Learn how to spot danger early and become more switched on to your surroundings.
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Understand how to reduce risk, create space, and make better decisions before things escalate.
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Learn simple, effective self-defence responses designed for real-world situations.
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Practice your skills in realistic drills that help bridge the gap between technique and application.
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In the final stage, put your skills to the test under controlled pressure so you leave with greater confidence.
Course Information
Limited spaces available:
Next course TBC
Structured 10 week programme
90 minute weekly sessions
East Linton Village Hall
Small group training (Limited availability)
16+ years
Designed for complete beginners
Course cost: £150
Over 10 weeks, you’ll build practical self-defence skills step by step.
How to recognise and avoid dangerous situations
How to stay calm and make decisions under pressure
Simple, effective striking techniques
How to break free from grabs and common attacks
How to defend yourself in realistic scenarios
How to apply your skills in a controlled final assessment
Your Instructor
With a military background and early experience in Chinese boxing, I bring a grounded, real-world perspective to self-defence.
I hold an HND in Personal Training and am qualified in a range of fitness disciplines, including BodyPump and BodyBalance. I have experience in teaching and leading large fitness classes, developing a clear, confident, and supportive coaching style.
I have trained in Krav Maga for over four years and completed my instructor training through Krav Maga Israel under Ron Engelman, focusing on practical, pressure-tested self-defence.
My teaching is structured, realistic, and accessible to all — helping people build confidence, awareness, and the ability to act decisively when it matters.
This course is designed to give you simple, effective skills that work in real-life situations.