Private lessons put the training entirely around you — your goals, your schedule, and your pace. Since 2007, ACWA has built one-on-one programs for people with busy lives who want real results, not years of watered-down technique. If you're searching for "private self-defense lessons near me," our Richardson location can get you started.
Personal protection is personal. Your training should be too.
If a real threat showed up tonight, would you know what to do? Most adults wouldn't.
Reality based self-defense is not about memorizing techniques. It's about developing the awareness, judgment, and skills to make good decisions under stress.
Private lessons allow us to accelerate that process. Every session is customized around your goals, your experience level, your schedule, and the situations most relevant to your life. You'll receive focused coaching, immediate feedback, and practical training designed to help you become more confident, more capable, and better prepared to get home safe.
Apply here to request a consultation. We'll discuss your goals, determine whether private training is the right fit, and review scheduling and investment options.
Private lessons accelerate your learning up to 60% faster than group training. Since you're learning at your own rate, you won't be pushed too hard, and you won't get bored. Every session is built around your goals, your body, and your schedule — not a fixed curriculum built for a room full of strangers. Whether you're starting from zero or sharpening skills you already have, your instructor adjusts every drill to you.
Every private program starts with a conversation about your goals, your schedule, and the specific situations you want to be prepared for. From there, your training is built to match.
Your private program will include:
The goal isn't a belt or a trophy. It's making sure you can actually protect yourself and the people you love.
Group classes work well for many people, but private training solves problems group settings can't:
Private lessons are for anyone serious about investing in their personal safety or the safety of the people they love. It's an especially good fit for people with busy lives, since we build the training materials and schedule around your needs — not the other way around.
It's for anyone serious about investing in their personal safety or the safety of their loved ones. This training is perfect for people with busy lives, since we can customize the training materials and schedule to meet your needs.
Results now. Private lessons accelerate your learning up to 60% faster. Since you'll be learning at your own rate, you don't have to worry about being pushed too hard, or about getting bored.
You get what you pay for in life, and the same goes for private lessons — no, it's not cheap. But would you really want budget lessons when your safety is on the line? The real question is what it would cost you not to have this training if you ever needed it.
We only take a set number of private clients at any given time. Fill out the application form on this page to request a call to discuss goals, availability, and investment.
"I have trained at other places before and none compare to this one. Justin is an incredible teacher — he will make sure you effectively learn to defend yourself today, instead of years from now. If you're looking for the best in practical self-defense, it's right here."
"The training is definitely worth the money! It's been very helpful for muscle-memory training, and I am better prepared to handle whatever the bad guys want to bring on!"