Robert Landells Have you been told that you need a black belt, years of martial arts training, or real-life fight experience to become a self-defence instructor? That’s a myth. At NFPS Ltd, we’ve helped thousands of people from all walks of life become qualified and confident self-defence instructors — even if they had zero prior experience. The Truth About Self-Defence Instruction Real-world … Read more
The UK’s latest budget from Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves has raised household bills, business costs, and everyday expenses. But despite these challenges, now is the perfect time to start your own business in the UK and take control of your financial future. Across the country, anxiety and uncertainty are growing — and the media thrives on spreading fear. But here’s … Read more
Last week reminded me why we are so passionate about our work at NFPS Ltd. Every day, we strengthen standards in conflict resolution training and physical intervention, especially for professionals in schools, healthcare, and care settings. Preparing for Expert Witness Work I spent part of the week preparing for a court case where I will act as an Expert Witness … Read more
Are you ready to turn your passion for self-defence into a rewarding and profitable career? With NFPS Ltd’s BTEC Level 3 Self-Defence Instructor Course, you can get certified and start teaching in just two days — without the financial burden or years of training. Let’s explore why this is the fastest and most cost-effective route to becoming a professional self-defence … Read more
If you’re considering taking a self defence instructor course, you might wonder: Will I get ripped off? That’s a fair concern, especially with so many options available. To help you make an informed decision, here’s what you need to know to choose a course that offers real value. 1. Why You Deserve a Self Defence Instructor Course That Delivers Real … Read more
Turn Your Skills into a Profitable Career with a Self-Defence Certification Join our self defence instructor course and turn your years of safeguarding experience into a rewarding business with the BTEC Level 3 Self-Defence Instructor Award Course. Learn directly from two legendary former SAS operators and gain the certification you need to become a qualified self defence instructor. Who Should … Read more
We at NFPS have recently received requests for ‘risk assessments’ of our advanced restraint techniques. Interestingly, it is something we have rarely been asked for historically, and for good reasons, as shall be revealed within this article. The requests have originated from those delivering training within Health and Social Care and is being largely driven by the Client of the NFPS … Read more
The BBC Panorama broadcast ‘Undercover School: Cruelty in the classroom’, which aired on 17th June 2024, covering the physical and psychological abuse at the Life Wirral School, was highly emotive and made for difficult viewing. If you have not seen it, there is a link at the foot of this post. The International Coalition Against Restraint and Seclusion (ICARS) posted … Read more
In recent times, there has been a shift in how police services respond to calls for assistance from NHS Mental Health Units. Many of you will have heard of the ‘Right Care Right Person’ (RCRP) operational model developed by Humberside Police. In a letter sent to leaders of London health and social care providers on 24th May 2023, Commissioner Sir Mark … Read more
The use of pain compliance on children is an emotive subject, it is contentious and one that many organisations fail when issuing legally robust policy and guidance. NFPS has covered this subject in previous publications and links to these will be given at the end of this post. Of course, applying pain to a child is the absolute last thing … Read more
