Realistic Personal Safety & Self-Defense
IMPACT is a unique personal safety and
self-defense curriculum that teaches students effective strategies to resist
threats, intimidation and violence perpetrated by strangers and people they
know. Classes are taught by a team of two instructors, one of whom takes
on the role of a perpetrator. He wears a full suit of body armor so students can
safely defend themselves using the same force needed in a real attack.
Abuse Prevention
Preventing abuse before it is perpetrated requires the bravery and skills to initiate hard conversations, work for social change, and advocate for safe communities. IMPACT gives people the experience of being effective in the face of fear as well as useful strategies to channel that confidence toward prevention.
Building Confidence: Healing from Abuse and Trauma
Nearly half of IMPACT's students are survivors of abuse and trauma. Instructors create a supportive environment and openly acknowledge the fears and struggles associated with learning self-defense. IMPACT classes give students the experience of being powerful in their bodies, which offers many survivors a unique opportunity for healing. Find out more here.
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IMPACT in the news:
Boston Globe
March 15, 2009
Malden Observer
March 5, 2009
Regional Review
January 29,
2008
Wellesley Townsman
December 13,
2007
IMPACT works to prevent violence and abuse by giving people the tools to protect their safety and
advocate for healthy relationships and sexual respect in their communities and society.
