WELCOME TO THE
SELF DEFENSE TRAINING CENTER
Real Skills for Real Life. Training That Works.

Real-World
Protection for Real People
At The Self-Defense Training center in Kingston, NY, you'll learn practical self-defense to help you feel more confident, capable, and prepared in everyday situations.
You'll develop simple, effective skills you can use right away — taught in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment.

Drop-in $30 • Monthly $100 • Friends & Family $170 for two
WHO IT’S FOR
This is for you if you want:
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To feel more confident in everyday situations
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Practical tools & strategies you can use in real life
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Training that’s simple, effective, and approachable
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Skills that work regardless of size or fitness levels
No experience needed.
All fitness levels welcome (ages 12+).
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT
Real-world situations are unpredictable. We train for that reality.
Real-life violence doesn’t follow scripts or choreography. Our training is designed to prepare you with practical, adaptable skills that can be applied under real-world conditions.
Training in real environments
We use realistic settings — stairwells, entryways, and parking-lot setups — so you can practice your skills in common everyday spaces.
Instinctive & powerful responses
Through neuromuscular conditioning, you sharpen your instincts and develop reflexive responses using your body’s own capabilities — helping you move smarter, respond more effectively, and stay grounded when situations are uncertain.
This approach prepares you for the unpredictability of real-world situations — while building confidence you carry into everyday life.
WHAT YOU'LL GET
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A steadier sense of confidence in everyday situations
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Stronger trust in your instincts and decisions
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The feeling of being more capable when things feel uncertain
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More presence and clarity under pressure
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A grounded self-trust that you can protect yourself and your loved ones if needed
ALL CLASSES

Joe Martarano
Owner Self Defense Training Center
Certified Self-Defense Instructor
6th Degree Blackbelt
Master Instructor – Perkins Self-Defense
Master Instructor – Guided Chaos
25+ years helping everyday people build real-world capability.


