TESTIMONIALS

RAPE PREVENTION SEMINAR | 07.13.19

I left tears, sweat, and blood on the mats in class today. You never know whats going to come out of you when you they make it as real as possible and you have some skills to defend yourself.

Thankful for amazing instructors willing to suit up and take all the abuse these though ladies could dish out, and for being creepy as hell to bring that our in us.

Christina M., Student

RAPE PREVENTION SEMINAR | 06.22.19

Thank you REACT for another great seminar. I know for sure I couldn’t get training like this anywhere else and I am so grateful. I feel safer and more capable after every class and every seminar.

Kelly J.

Thank you again for this training opportunity! Definitely worth it!

Donna H.

RAPE PREVENTION SEMINAR | 02.02.19

“I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.” – Nelson Mandela

Training alongside of these incredible women has been one of the most amazing experiences of my life. We had a self defense seminar yesterday, and hearing their stories…seeing them fail and fall and back up and keep going…it’s something I could never put a price on. Many of us had never thrown a punch before walking through their doors, but our instructors, in a very short amount of time, have empowered , encouraged, and trained us to be sheepdogs. Women, (and men), who walk around society watching, willing and able to take action were the need to arise. They have sunk their lives into us, walked alongside us, helped us keep going, and given us the skills necessary to be the sheepdogs.

To say thank you to them isn’t enough, but it’s the best I can do for now. So thank you REACT Defense Systems / Tactical Black Advance Krav Maga, for all that you do.

Anna D.

I have tried a couple of different self-defense classes but none of them felt right. Most of them were very technique oriented, focused on sports fighting or basically a cardio class with a bit of “self-defense” at the end. Not being well versed in the types of martial arts that are out there, I couldn’t articulate exactly what I was looking for but when I heard someone describe the Tactical Black training, I knew to React Defense Systems was exactly what I had been looking for; real world, real-life applicable self-defense.

Having a bit of social anxiety, I usually don’t try new things without a friend going with me. I decided I HAD to give React Defense a try and I went all by myself. Joy and Jenna were super welcoming and definitely put me at ease. During my first class when Josh said “OK, partner up!” this is where my anxiety kicked into high gear. Someone quickly offered to be my partner and the part that I was most worried about was no longer an issue.

I go to the Glendale location 1-2x a week and Phoenix 2-4x a week depending on my work schedule. I used to not care about having days off and would try to pick up as many shifts as possible because both, I love my job and I didn’t really do anything on my days off. Now, I schedule plans and extra shifts around when I can make it to the class that week.

All of the instructors are so easy to talk to and explain everything so well. No one looks down their nose at you for being a beginner. No one makes you feel dumb for asking questions or not understanding something right away. Even at times when the classes are large, they make sure everyone gets the attention they need.

Crawl, walk, run. It’s real. They teach you everything you need to know before moving on to the next step in any technique. If you’re afraid to give it a try because you don’t have any experience, or maybe you think you need to be in better shape first – don’t be! They really do give you all the tools you need in order to be successful. It’s well worth the money and it’s well worth the drive (I drive about 35 miles one way, up to 5 times a week).

It really is training that could save your LIFE! My only regret is not joining sooner.

-Teresa

SEMPER R.E.A.C.T.™!

Jay, Joy, Josh, Jenna, and all the Instructors at REACT:

Thank you all for what you do. And do so well!

I wasn’t kidding when I said at the Street R.E.A.C.T.™ I seminar how important you all are in my life and have been for almost 15 years.

May we never need what you train us to do, but if it comes to pass, God help the bad guy. Semper R.E.A.C.T.™!

I love you all!

Nanette T.

R.E.A.C.T.™ STREET 1 | 12.16

Seminar was very informative and hands on. I learned far more than I thought I would and know that what I learned will be very useful in future verbal confrontations.
Jay K.

This seminar definitely showed me that verbal skills are just as vital as all of the other physical self-defense skills. If I continue to improve my verbals, those skills might just save my life and the life of others around me. – Tim A.

I cannot put into words how powerful and empowering your training is. Not just for me, but for the hundreds and hundreds of people that have come to your classes over the years. You get such results – and rightly so – your programs are well thought out, executed, and built upon every time.

I will continue to soak up all the “pearls” of wisdom from REACT instructors. I trust them implicitly – Your dedication and training speaks for itself. -Nanette T.

I wanted to learn more about stopping fights before they even happen by sharpening my verbal skills under stress. I learned that and felt more assertive walking out of the seminar.
-Ronan D.

RAPE PREVENTION SEMINAR | 09.16

Great job to the Bullet Men, and congratulations to the newest one! Thanks for helping us train! -Isabella G.

I was able to put training to a real situation without holding back, and using what I learned. -Jessica C.

I learned a lot in this seminar. Made me feel more in control of the situation. I feel more self-confident. It was so much fun – I loved it! I’ll come to more seminars. -Daniela G.

Thank you so much! It was a great seminar and I”ll definitely be signing up again! -Holly R.

I wanted to feel like if I did actually get attacked, I would be able to not freeze up and hit hard. I feel more confident in how to protect myself. -Katey H.

I have more confidence and peace in myself. This is a situation that women feel helpless and I take this as an incredible gift. Thank you 🙂 -Monica F.

I am extremely happy I attended and appreciated the time you took to train us. I enjoy being challenged and would love more “uncomfortable” situations in class as well to feel prepared better.
Monica M.

RAPE PREVENTION SEMINAR | 07.16

This seminar really drove home how much R.D.S.™ really cares about it’s members and wants us to be as prepared as possible in every situation. GREAT TRAINING!
Amy M.

This training is a must for all, but especially women, to learn to protect, react, and call for help. We cannot and will not be victims! -Christine P.

I seriously recommend this to any females considering self-defense. It is an extremely empowering environment, being able to see how strong other women are and to have their support. -Jewelea T.

This seminar is something every female should take part in. -Lee Ann T.

Great seminar. I would highly recommend this for ANYONE, whether you’re new to defense or a seasoned sheepdog. -Katie P.

I have leaned skills and techniques that will benefit me in the future especially since I am a college student and I see a lot of bad situations that happen while I am in school, but now that I am a sheepdog, if something happens to me, I will not be a victim. -Jessica Z.

The instructors take content that is anxiety provoking and intimidating and encourage, teach, and support. The most dedicated instructors I have ever had the honor to work with. -Lisa C.

It is very obvious that you all care. Well planned and organized – you were able to do a massive amount of training today. Thank you for packing it in! -Cindy E.

This is a comprehensive training session that not only included techniques but also helped me developed a mindset of always keeping alert and never be a victim.
C. S.

This has been such an amazing opportunity to build self-confidence and to feel safer. I am a college student who will be going into a new environment this winter and I feel equipped and prepared for anything that may come my way. -Maggie S.

I thought the instruction was great and pushed me outside of my comfort zone, which I loved! -Sara O

R.D.S.™ gives real-world training every time. There’s nothing like having someone scream at you and grab you and knowing there is something you can do to survive. -V. C.

Thank you so much, this is by far the best decision I made when I chose to be apart of REACT Defense. -Rachel Z.

I am so grateful for the strength, support, and confidence you teach us. I know I will take the support with me, and I will never fight alone. -Sprite T.

Instructors are all so knowledgeable and know the best ways to describe and demo the techniques. No matter how many times you do something there is always a chance to make it a little better. -Jorie W.

“Brain power.” Thank you for creating that connection between what my body is physically capable of and making it muscle memory. -Tiffany T.

Thank you for taking the time to teach us the verbal and physical techniques that allow us to be safe in the world. Definitely looking forward to continuing my training! -Jenny M.

WORKPLACE ACTIVE SHOOTER | 06.16

We felt so comfortable w/ the 3 of you. We weren’t afraid to ask questions! It was important for us to feel as if we were physically in the situation. Thank you!
Dawn K.
Excellent. I look forward to moving up in the Krav & Tactical classs and I hope ot return to another seminar like this.
Kyle C.

Great 2-hr class. I would recommend to others and I should have taken this class a long time ago. – Shelby w.

Learned hot to work as a team, hit and kick correctly. Don’t give up. We need more training. -Melissa S.

Really great! Thank you! I learned so much in such a short amount of time. Everyone should know these tactics to keep society safe. – Ari G.

Every repetition of a technique  further solidifies my response under stress when needed. Even though I was already familiar with the techniques, I appreciated  how the instructors kept things moving and got through so much. The time flew by. Good job guys! – Elizabeth K

Covered numerous practical situations. Exposure is what is so helpful. Just knowing there are answers for scary situations. …The instructors are very knowledgeable. It’s obvious that they all communicate effectively. Each one sees or adds something unique. -Doug Scott

Most people probably feel defenseless when they’re on their back and their attacker is on top of them with 2 weapons. There are many defenses available where the attacker ends up on the ground without their weapon. Don’t be a victim, fight back! -Tania H.

The pace was excellent, I felt like I had plenty of time to prefect a technique and practice with my partner as well as receiving more personal instruction from the instructors. -Joseph R.

To everyone at RDS:

React Defense Systems has been an awesome experience for me. I started knowing little to nothing about fighting, yet strangely confident in my ability to fight. Now, one and a half years later, I have been through a humbling experience that has now instilled in me the true confidence and assurance that I actually do know something, that I have knowledge to help keep me safe as well as those around me. Plus, I can justifiably feel a little like a badass, just a little!

This was time and money well spent, on awesome lessons with amazing instructors who actually are in it to make you learn, and I mean make you. Burpees, anyone? Hands up! Jay and Joy have put together something special, and I often find myself recommending that people go take Krav lessons, to really learn something useful. I appreciate them, and the incredible, skilled people they have brought together for this great organization. I hope to be able to make it back in the coming future!

Thanks guys!
David S.

A.T.O.A. L.E. TRAINING SEMINAR | 01.16

Everything that I hoped it would be for exposure. Can’t wait for the next one. – J. K.

Easy techniques that can be remembered under stress.
– C. O.

My goal was simply to improve and that definitely took place. Great Seminar. Would like to attend more and continue CQB and Threat based attack/training. – B. H.

Realistic and non-sport. Thank you, great job!
– N. A.

Great techniques, will recommend to others. – D. M.

Great job. Totally practical.
– J. G.

Repetition of gross motor skills was very beneficial – very humble/professional Instructors. Made it very enjoyable.
- Jessa C., A.T.O.A. L.E. TRAINING SEMINAR
We do not get enough training at work, so it was good realistic training.
- R. C., A.T.O.A. L.E. TRAINING SEMINAR

GROUND SEMINAR | 04.2015

Thank you Michael & Tony. As always, you rock. -Aaron G.

As usual, more than I expected. -Doug Z.

I really-really enjoyed 2 hours of jam packed ground techniques…it was very well executed and safely presented. -Cindy E.

Really good! Honestly I try to think of one good piece of constructive criticisim, but I can’t find anything negative. -Ryan M.

Thank you for your all’s time and commitment to our training. Thank you for making this seminar so useful, informative, and fun. -Chanet S.

The class was fun and instructors were awesome as always.
-Monica D.

RAPE PREVENTION | 03.2015

You are all phenomenal and I am very thankful for what you do to help us!  -Monica D.

Phenomenal seminar! Thank you very much for continuously improving things for self defense – you all ROCK, no one better out there!  -Dagz B.

Each time I attend class from this point on I will be able to visualize why and how each move translates to a combative situation.
– Robin A.

Once again I thank you for saving my life – I always think @ some point in my life this will save me or someone I love. I will NOT BE A VICTIM! -Stephanie R.

I feel better prepared if anything were to ever happen. All women NEED to do this seminar.
– Natalie H.

Learned so much and being able to test what I learned on the guys in the suits reinforced it. I feel really good about what I accomplished today. -Shaena S.

I feel stronger and more confident. I don’t think I will panic if a real situation should happen. Thanks for all you do to help women in our community. -Carolyn T.

AIRLINE SEMINAR | 11.2015

Tremendous, detailed training opportunities in small places – wow! Seemed very real as we were sitting in the React Airlines seats.
-Cindy E., AIRLINE SEMINAR | 11.14

I was born and raised in Israel and fly back there every two years to visit family and because of how long the flight is and destination, I always worry about something happening. This seminar had opened my eyes and made me more aware of my surroundings and gives me the piece of mind to defend and survive in case its needed. -Shadi B.

The best school I have ever been to – this gives me confidence to defend myself and get out of scary situations. -Tamara Z.

I was able to learn techniques when it comes to self-defense in close quarters.  -Shahin A.

Tremendous, detailed training opportunities in small places – wow! Seemed very real as we were sitting in the React Airlines seats. -Cindy E.

The training is extremely valuable and has taught me to be aware/alert (not paranoid ) in situations where you normally chill – movies, out to dinner, etc. – Tom B.

The instructors are dedicated, spend one-on-one time, feedback, good explanations realistic settings. – Alba R.

ACTIVE SHOOTER HOSTAGE SEMINAR | 09.2014

It helped a lot to train under the stress of gun shoots. It makes you freeze up for a second, so it makes you more aware of how you would potentially react. -Melissa S.

This training should be offered in schools. If it were, we would see a much safer country. -Tom B.

You can never train enough. -Ron L.

There is never a substitute for continuous training. This seminar broadened my horizons even more. It also honed my skills on how to defend against multiple weapon and feel more confident about protecting my loved ones. -Shadi B.

I don’t know of any other opportunity for someone like me (middle-aged, female, civilian) to get training and practice this realistic, useful and pragmatic. THANK you for offering these topical seminars AND the regular training sessions. Since I started attending classes at REACT 6-7 months ago, I feel safer and better prepared – at home, at work and out at night.
-Jeni W., ACTIVE SHOOTER HOSTAGE | 09.14

CLOSE QUARTER KNIFE | 09.2014

Become more aware of how to react to a knife attack and don’t stop until you have disabled the attacker. -Jim T.

The seminar showed me where my weaknesses were in training, but being able to pick the instructor’s brains to refine my skills was very helpful. -Jeff B

First seminar has me hooked. Tons of content. Highly motivational. -Clayton K.

I especially appreciate how realistic the drills are. Very helpful + well-planned seminar. Thank you! -J. S.

Awesome seminar, won’t be my last. -Justin Q.

Thanks for all the hard work and preparation, organization you did before the class to enable us to be exposed to so much useful material in such a short time while being in an environment to immediately apply this material with our training partners. -Cindy E.

Great. Can’t wait to start Tactical Black™ and train my butt off.
-Josh E., CLOSE QUARTER KNIFE | 08.14

3RD PARTY PROTECTION | 07.2014

Any training towards keeping my family safe is good. It’s why I train. The training is simple, straight forwards & effective. Thanks!
-Lawrence M.

In this seminar, I learned specific usable techniques and the reasons behind them – and also some general things I can improve on in future training. The seminars are so great  for intensive learning, and the way trainers break down the drills and help us one-on-one is fantastic at any skill level. -Jeni W.

Maximum learning in minimum time. A subject is nothing if not taught properly, so thanks to all the instructors. Super great job! It’s just fun to get beaten up at REACT! -Melrose L.

Keeps strengthening my skills and Tactical knowledge. Thank you for the repetition, patience and individual feedback throughout the seminar. -Cindy E.

Every seminar I participate in increases my intensity level with which I train. -Dagz B.

Learned how to effectively take away a firearm, different approaches types, and situational awareness. -Saebra P.