Testimonials

Here is what people that have been trained by Coach Freedman have to say.

Having worked 14 years in law enforcement, corrections, military and federal, I can honestly say Peter’s system fits what I need on the street and in combat. Much of my previous training from martial arts teachers had been in sport style systems which are not practical for what I face every day. Peter Freedman teaches true combat hand to hand and self defense. He deals with one on one situation, multiple attacks, armed and unarmed. I strongly recommend his training for law enforcement officers, military personnel and the average citizen looking for self protection.
John Paul L.
Military Police / DHS

I am a detective for a Massachusetts police department and have known Sensei Freedman for over 20 years. It is my privilege to have known Sensei Freedman as a person and to have been a student of his during this time.I  have never experienced the type of training, skill or energy that Sensei Freedman possesses. Sensei Freedman trains the entire person, i.e. powers of observation, ability to sense the energy of others, recognizing and reacting to perceived threats and attack, etc.  There is no rote memorization or endless repetition of routines that are supposed to apply to everyone. Sensei Freedman’s trainings are based on an understanding of body movement and anatomy. Based on this foundation, the student is able to understand and implement tactics that Really Work in a short time. So many law enforcement encounters with uncooperative subjects end up in a “pig pile,” with everyone jumping in to try and subdue a subject. What often happens is that the suspect and officers end up needlessly injured.  Sensei Freedman will  train you to subdue a suspect safely with a simple lock or hold that puts the officer in immediate control of the suspect and incident.
I have had many academy law enforcement  “defensive tactics,” trainings, and I can tell you without reservation that they pale in comparison to Sensei Freedman. Sensei Freedman understands the risks faced by law enforcement and will train you for real life response to real life situations. As a police officer or civilian, Sensei Freedman can save your life.

Detective Meredith K. Lobur
Southborough Police Department
Southborough, MA 01772

I have known Peter Freedman for a number of years now and his system is easy to learn as I have personally incorporated it’s fluidity within my own style of training. I have worked in the Protection industry for the last three decades and the Freedman method of teaching has be a great addition to my realistic approach to teaching as well. His demeanor is peaceful and his philosophy of “Leaving your ego at the door” and soft spoken words allow participants; the beginner or advanced Martial Artist a comfortable setting to expand their own horizons.

Thomas LeBrun
Nighthawk Security
Executive Protection / Advance Specialist