baKum: Confidence in Life – Safety Against Violence
Self-defence training in Berlin at baKum combines practical techniques with confidence-building and violence prevention.
At baKum, we empower people to feel confident and safe in different situations in life. Since 1995, we have been developing practical approaches to violence prevention and self-defence. Our training programmes go beyond traditional physical self-defence.
Our training programmes
We offer a wide range of programmes to support personal safety and confidence:
- Children, young people and women: We strengthen self-confidence and teach practical strategies for assertiveness and self-defence.
- Professional training: We help teams and individuals deal confidently with conflicts, aggression and challenging situations at work.
- Support for people affected by violence: Special programmes help participants regain confidence and develop strategies for dealing with the consequences of violent experiences.
- Anti-violence training: In correctional facilities, we work with offenders on understanding their behaviour and developing non-violent ways of dealing with conflict.
Our approach
At baKum, self-defence means more than learning physical techniques. We also develop the psychological skills needed to recognise potentially dangerous situations early and respond calmly.
A confident appearance, clear communication and the ability to set boundaries can often prevent a situation from escalating into violence.
Our aim is to strengthen your confidence and support your personal safety in everyday life.
Self-defence is more than fighting
We do not see self-defence as responding to violence with violence or simply practising martial arts. It is about avoiding conflict whenever possible through confident behaviour and clear boundaries.
Physical resistance is a last resort and must always be proportionate to the situation.
Learn through practical experience
Our training programmes are based on more than 30 years of experience. They combine practical exercises with the knowledge needed to deal with challenging situations.
You will learn how to:
- Recognise danger: Assess situations and react at an early stage.
- Discover your strengths: Recognise and use your personal resources.
- Deal with stress and fear: Develop techniques for staying calm and focused.
- Assert yourself: Set clear boundaries and communicate confidently.
- Use practical self-defence techniques: Apply effective techniques when faced with physical aggression.
- Understand the law of self-defence: Learn what is legally permitted and where the limits are.
A special part of our training is realistic full-contact practice with training partners wearing protective equipment. This allows participants to practise techniques under demanding conditions and gradually overcome fear and hesitation.
New approaches to preventing violence
Our anti-violence programmes in correctional facilities focus on developing alternative ways of behaving in conflict situations. Participants learn to control their reactions, de-escalate situations respectfully and find non-violent solutions.
Serious training – with enjoyment
At baKum, we combine a serious approach to personal safety with an enjoyable learning environment.
Our motto is: Self-defence and self-confidence – with enjoyment!
We want participants to feel comfortable, stay motivated and develop their abilities.
The name baKum reflects our philosophy: With all our fighting spirit and compassion.
Experience you can trust
More than 50,000 people have already benefited from baKum training programmes.