Custom Self-Defense Training

Tailored Safety Programs for Real-World Situations

Every person and organization faces different safety challenges. John Graden designs custom self-defense programs that fit your environment, schedule, and goals — from personal protection to team safety awareness.

Gain the confidence to react calmly, make smart decisions, and protect yourself when it matters most.

Why Custom Training Works

One-size-fits-all programs often miss what people really need.

John Graden’s approach starts with understanding your group’s specific risks — whether that’s late-night travel, working alone, or public interaction — and builds practical skills around them.

The result: focused, relevant, and easy-to-remember training that actually works in real life.

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What You’ll Learn

Situational Awareness

Learn to read your surroundings and spot trouble before it starts.

Smart Decision-Making

Know when to disengage, escape, or defend based on real-world scenarios.

Practical Defense Skills

Build simple, effective techniques that don’t rely on strength or experience.

Confidence Under Pressure

Develop calm, decisive reactions in stressful moments.

Who It’s For

Custom Self-Defense Training is perfect for:

Real estate agents and field workers
Corporate teams and night-shift employees
College and school groups
Individuals seeking personal safety skills

“John tailored the training perfectly for our team. Everyone left feeling more aware and confident.”
– Workshop Participant

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   Dr. Judy Flury 
 
 
 
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   Don Anderson 
 
 
 
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   Gary Tweten 
 
 
 
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   MrGonosen 
 
 
 
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   Bill Cronin 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John Graden's years of martial arts experience allows him to cut-through the confusion and focus on saving lives...yours.   He trained my team on self-defense and active-shooter safety and I sleep better knowing that my frontline was trained by the best.
  
 
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   Payton Donnell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John is a really kind and great man. Knows so much about business and is always keeping up with what is going on now to make sure that he is always being the most efficient.
  
 
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   Rick Bell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wow! I've been to a lot of seminars but I can't remember one better than this John Graden seminar. The way he incorporates stories and strategies from his champion martial arts career to business practices and principles is masterful. I highly recommend John Graden as a seminar speaker.
  
 
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   John Nottingham 
 
 
 
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   Don Warrener 
 
 
 
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   Ashlee Underdown 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John Gradens Presentations are very educational and rather than a PowerPoint he has ann interactive workshop! I would recommend him to anyone!