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Breakaway Disengagement Training.

Stay safe and in control with our Breakaway Training, designed to equip professionals with the skills to safely disengage from physical aggression or situation where you may feel vulnerable. This practical course teaches effective, low-risk techniques to create space and remove yourself from potential harm while minimising risk to others.

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Suggested attendees.

When faced with physical aggression or a situation where you feel at risk, knowing how to remove yourself safely is critical. This course teaches effective breakaway techniques that prioritise personal safety while minimising harm to others. Our Breakaway Disengagement training course is aimed at all staff including:

  • Anyone Facing Physical Risk at Work – Employees in roles where disengaging safely is essential to prevent harm.
  • Frontline Staff – Learn how to safely disengage from aggressive situations while maintaining professionalism.
  • Care & Support Workers – Protect themselves from physical aggression while upholding their duty of care to vulnerable individuals.
  • Customer Service Workers – Manage physically confrontational situations with distressed or aggressive customers.
  • Healthcare Staff – De-escalate physical threats from patients or visitors while ensuring staff and patient safety.
  • Education Professionals – Respond safely to challenging student behaviour and prevent escalation in schools and colleges.
  • Public Transport Staff – Maintain personal safety while handling disruptive or aggressive passengers.
  • Security & Events Staff – Apply controlled disengagement techniques to safely manage physical threats in crowded environments.
  • Managers & Supervisors – Support teams in high-risk roles, ensuring staff have the skills to disengage safely when needed.

Course duration

3.5 Hours

Course learners

12 Per Course

Course content.

Click through our process slider to learn what to expect and what you will gain when taking this course.

Part 1:

Procedural and Legal Context.

  • Understand organisational policies and procedures.
  • Learn the legal framework that supports self-defence.

Part 2:

Distance, Stance and Positioning.

  • Maintain the reactionary gap for safety.
  • Use positive body language to manage situations.

Part 3:

Breakaway and Disengagement Techniques.

  • Practice safe disengagement skills.
  • Identify the medical implications of these techniques.

Part 4:

By the end of this course your team will be able to:

  • Understand the legal aspects of self-defence.
  • Safely remove themselves from vulnerable situations.
  • Recognise the importance of reporting incidents.

Part 5:

At the end of this course your team will receive:

  • A certificate of attendance.
  • Access to IKON Academy digital online resource area.

Training Methods

We provide a flexible approach when delivering our training.

Whether you require in-person face-to-face training or a more comprehensive online support and resource solution, we provide a variety of different delivery methods to ensure you can access the right training for you and your organisation.

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BREAKAWAY DISENGAGEMENT TRAINING

To enquire about breakaway disengagement training, please get in touch.

Invest in your team’s development and empower them to handle challenging situations with confidence. Our breakaway disengagement training equips your staff with the essential skills to navigate conflicts effectively, reduce stress, and create a more positive workplace culture.

Call us on 01473 927 333

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