AW Tactical defence

"Forged by Experience. Prepared for Any Threat."

At AW Tactical Defence, we believe self-defence is more than learning techniques—it's about developing the confidence, awareness, and mindset to protect yourself and those around you when it matters most.Our training is built on real-world experience and focuses on practical, effective skills that work under pressure. Whether you're looking to improve your personal safety, build confidence, or prepare for unpredictable situations, our courses provide realistic, scenario-based training that equips you with the knowledge and ability to respond decisively.We welcome individuals of all backgrounds and experience levels, offering a supportive and professional learning environment where every session is designed to build capability, resilience, and confidence.

About

AW Tactical Defence was founded by Andrew Wilks, drawing on decades of operational, security and training experience in the UK and Middle East.Andrew’s career began with the Metropolitan Police, before spending 12 years working across the Middle East, where he gained extensive experience in specialist training, close protection and security operations.During this time, Andrew has trained and worked with military personnel, special forces, police, SWAT teams, close protection operatives, VIP security teams, VIPs and members of the general public. His experience includes working with the UAE Ministry of Defence (MOD) and Ministry of Interior (MOI), including training specialist unit team members. He has also worked directly in close protection roles, giving him valuable first-hand operational experience.Andrew is a qualified Krav Maga Instructor, Restraint Instructor and Close Quarter Battle (CQB) Instructor, and incorporates SPEAR System principles into his training. He has also served as Lead Trainer for Krav Maga Middle East and is qualified to instruct on multiple weapon systems.At the heart of AW Tactical Defence is a simple philosophy: teach what works. Training is based on real-world experience and focuses on practical skills, awareness, threat recognition, decision-making and effective responses under pressure.We don't believe in teaching techniques simply because they look good in a training environment. Our focus is on realistic, practical methods that can be applied when situations become unpredictable.Whether training individuals, businesses, security professionals or specialist teams, AW Tactical Defence provides experience-led training designed to build confidence, capability and preparedness."Forged by Experience. Prepared for Any Threat."

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Why Us?

Why Choose AW Tactical Defence?Real Experience. Real Training. Real-World Results.At AW Tactical Defence, we believe effective self-defence training should be based on reality—not theory, choreography or techniques that only work in a controlled environment.Founded by Andrew Wilks, AW Tactical Defence is built on extensive experience gained through the Metropolitan Police and over 12 years working across the Middle East with a vast variety of clients from elite military personal to civilians. He is highly qualified and has had to put these techniques into tuition more times than he cares to remember.We Teach What WorksOur philosophy is simple: if it doesn't work in the real world, we don't teach it.Training is focused on practical, adaptable skills that can be used when situations become unpredictable and pressure takes over. We concentrate on what matters most:- Situational awareness and threat recognition
- Avoidance and conflict management
- Simple, effective defensive skills
- Decision-making under pressure
- Confidence and mental preparednessWe don't believe in teaching complicated techniques for the sake of looking impressive. Our training is designed around real-life situations, realistic pressure and practical solutions.Whether you're looking to improve your personal safety, protect your staff, or develop professional security skills, AW Tactical Defence provides realistic, experience-led training designed for the real world.Train for reality. Learn what works. Be prepared.AW Tactical Defence"Forged by Experience. Prepared for Any Threat."

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Services

Training OptionsTrain for Reality. Learn What Works.
At AW Tactical Defence, our training is built around real-world situations and practical skills that can be applied under pressure. Whether you're joining a group class, looking for personalised tuition, or require training for a team, we have an option to suit you.Group ClassesOur regular group sessions provide a practical and supportive environment where you can develop your awareness, confidence and self-defence skills.£12 per session10-Week Package — £100
(Attend one group session per week for 10 consecutive weeks and save £20.)One-to-One Private TuitionPersonalised training tailored to your individual needs, experience and goals. We come to you and train you wherever/whenever suits you.£40 per session10 Sessions — £35020 Sessions — £600
(The more you train, the more you save.)Private Group TrainingBring your friends, family or colleagues and train together in a private session. Suitable for groups of up to 4 people.£75 per session10 Sessions — £60020 Sessions — £950Private sessions can be tailored to your group's specific requirements and experience levels.Corporate & Specialist TrainingWe provide bespoke self-defence and personal protection training for companies, organisations, security teams and specialist units.
Training can be tailored to your environment, personnel and specific requirements.Corporate & specialist training: Get in touch to discuss your requirements.Train Regularly. Build Confidence. Learn What Works.AW Tactical Defence"Forged by Experience. Prepared for Any Threat."

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