What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
**Unless there is an emergency I do not mind teaching a class with only 1 student in it. So there is no need to worry about me canceling for that reason. In this class your student will learn about stranger danger and how to escape a kidnapping. We will discuss: -Predatory behavior -What to do if being followed - Lures (gift lure, assistance lure, social media lure, emergency lure, animal lure) - Self defense - Escaping from restraints - Escaping the trunk of a car - What to do if taken to the house, building, etc. This class is very interactive and I encourage class participation. This class is part of my ongoing urban and wilderness survival class and I have taught this class to well over 500 students and have received a lot of positive feedback from parents. I don't teach it in a scary manner at all and don't talk about any reasons kidnappers kidnap, besides ransom money. Leaving any further discussion as to why kidnappers kidnap up to the parents or guardians. I will teach by giving scenarios, and role playing, utilizing pictures, and a few videos. ***If you have taken this class in my ongoing Urban and Wilderness Survival Class, this class would not be needed unless you want a refresher, as it is the same material.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
1.) Stranger Danger and kidnapping prevention and escape will be taught (very much tailored to younger audiences)
2.) I talk about self defense how to quickly and effectively fight off a potential kidnapper.
3.) I do not talk to students as to any reasons why kidnappers kidnap children, besides ransom money. I leave that up to the parents.
4.) I will also briefly discuss simple "less than lethal" weapons that most jurisdictions allow a child to carry, like pepper spray, or collapsible baton.
*By no means do I ever talk about firearms*
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Bachelor's Degree from University of Arizona Global Campus - Formally Ashford University
Associate's Degree from Ashford University
My experience includes 4 years of U.S. Coast Guard experience, where one of my duties included federal law enforcement. I have trained with several different local, state and federal law enforcement agencies on kidnapping prevention, situational awareness, survival psychology, and urban survival. I was also a fire fighter for 10 years where we often partnered with local law enforcement to talk to children about stranger danger. I meet with local law enforcement officials monthly on new developments on kidnappings and statistics.
Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$20
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 83 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
1-10 learners per class