Whether you’re travelling by bus, train, taxi or Uber, a few simple habits can make your journey safer. From staying aware of your surroundings and checking your vehicle before getting in, to recognising when someone’s behaviour doesn’t feel right, personal safety starts long before anything becomes physical. In our latest Artemis Self Defence blog, we look at practical ways to stay safer while travelling and why trusting your judgement and acting early can make all the difference.

Yesterday’s knife defence workshop focused on the reality of dealing with an edged weapon. We looked at the physics of knife injuries and why knife attacks can be fast, unpredictable and extremely dangerous. Using rubber knives covered in lipstick and white T-shirts, we tested our defences under pressure. Everyone was cut or stabbed, with some simulated injuries in potentially fatal areas. The key lesson was simple: do not engage with a knife if you have the opportunity to create distance, use barriers or escape. Knife defence is not about winning a fight, it is about surviving and getting home safely.

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