SHARP is a women self defense course that is founded on statistics-based research and focuses on what is real and what works. By emphasizing the principal that less is best, SHARP material is kept simple so it is easy to learn, and more importantly, is easy to retain and use.
Participants receive effective and realistic training to counter sexual harassment and assault from instructors certified by PPCT Management Systems, an international training organization specializing in teaching military, law enforcement and civilians in tactical and self defense practices. SHARP was developed by PPCT and is internationally recognized as one of the most effective foundations for self defense training.
SHARP counts for eight hours of POST continuing education credits for Montana law enforcement officers.
Level 1: This is the basics of SHARP and last 4 hours
Level 2: Covering more advanced materials while reviewing the material in Level 1. This last 4 hours.
Certification Class: Classes for POST credits are eight hours long and cover all SHARP material. A physical test to show competency of material is required for certification.
It is recommended that participants wear casual street clothes with no jewelry.
SHARP Course material covers the following situations:
Sexual Harassment
It exists in the workplace, at schools, and in many places in our society. SHARP covers not only the laws pertaining to sexual harassment but also how to avoid it and how to counter it with verbal and physical techniques.
Passive Assault
Sexual harassment, non-violent intimidation and other passive assaults can occur anywhere. How to react with controlled measures, including limited use of force, is key to escaping the situation without escalation.
Active Assault
Your response to a threatening situation is critical to your chances of survival. Active assaults can include grabs, punches, chokes and even attacks with weapons. SHARP gives you the knowledge, confidence and determination you will need to successfully counter an active assault.
SHARP gives you:* Confidence through knowledge of yourself and those who may harm you.
* Understanding of high stress situations and how they affect you physically and mentally.
* Skills to avoid and counter both passive and active assaults.
* Empowerment to confront those who would try to intimidate you.
