
EastGuard Self Defence
Practical personal safety training that builds confidence, awareness, and readiness
EastGuard Self Defence
Practical personal safety training that builds confidence, awareness, and readiness


About
We deliver practical self defence and personal safety skills for everyday people, students, groups, and organizations. Our approach combines awareness, prevention, de-escalation, decision-making, and realistic physical techniques in a calm, supportive environment. We help people build confidence without aggression, learn at their own pace, and prepare for situations that may require a clear, effective response. Every session is focused on practical learning, personal growth, and getting home safely.
COACHES:
Steve Hache, CD
Director, instructor EastGuard Self Defence System
3rd Dan Combat Hapkido
Years of Ju Jitsu, Jeet Kune Do, and Kickboxing experience
Self defence coach
Personal safety coach
Military veteran (RCN 1989-2010)
Former small arms instructor, RCN
Former maritime security instructor (tactical boat operations, maritime law enforcement, use of force), CNIA Abu Dhabi, UAE
Andrew Dykens
Senior Instructor, EastGuard Self Defence Systemi
4th Dan Uechi-Ryu Karate
Several years of submission wrestling, boxing, and kung fu experience
Self defence coach
Personal safety coach
Boxing coach
Core Training instructor
Boot Camp instructor
Level 3 Certification Fitness Kickboxing

About
We deliver practical self defence and personal safety skills for everyday people, students, groups, and organizations. Our approach combines awareness, prevention, de-escalation, decision-making, and realistic physical techniques in a calm, supportive environment. We help people build confidence without aggression, learn at their own pace, and prepare for situations that may require a clear, effective response. Every session is focused on practical learning, personal growth, and getting home safely.
COACHES:
Steve Hache, CD
Director, instructor EastGuard Self Defence System
3rd Dan Combat Hapkido
Years of Ju Jitsu, Jeet Kune Do, and Kickboxing experience
Self defence coach
Personal safety coach
Military veteran (RCN 1989-2010)
Former small arms instructor, RCN
Former maritime security instructor (tactical boat operations, maritime law enforcement, use of force), CNIA Abu Dhabi, UAE
Andrew Dykens
Senior Instructor, EastGuard Self Defence Systemi
4th Dan Uechi-Ryu Karate
Several years of submission wrestling, boxing, and kung fu experience
Self defence coach
Personal safety coach
Boxing coach
Core Training instructor
Boot Camp instructor
Level 3 Certification Fitness Kickboxing






























Services
01
Tactical Self Defence
We deliver realistic self defence, awareness, and prevention skills.
02
Youth Empowerment
System
We help students build confidence, awareness, and personal safety skills.
03
Corporate Training
We deliver practical personal safety and de-escalation training at your location.
04
Accessible Group Training
We provide adapted self defence sessions for groups, including wheelchair users.
Services
01
Tactical Self Defence
We deliver realistic self defence, awareness, and prevention skills.
02
Youth Empowerment System
We help students build confidence, awareness, and personal safety skills.
03
Corporate Training
We deliver practical personal safety and de-escalation training at your location.
04
Accessible Group Training
We provide adapted self defence sessions for groups, including wheelchair users.












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Contact
Contact us to ask questions or explore the right training option for you.