Social kung fu training
CHANGE YOUR WORDS, CHANGE YOUR CULTURe
9 Modules
There are 9 modules in this course with 2-3 lessons per module. Each lesson should take 30 minutes to complete, with a video. Each year group can achieve the full program in three terms. It is the school's discretion to use the program as it suits their school’s learning timetable.
Engaging educational videos
Each module has highly entertaining, fast-paced, and relevant content. Presented by Matt Purcell who is one of Australia’s leading youth presenters and founder of Social Kung Fu.
Scripts and worksheets
We equip students with scripts, mental health education, and exercises that build critical thinking, and confidence and prepare them to be ready for anything. Schools can access our library of scripts and videos to revisit the content.
A standard application of the program could look like:
1 lesson per week for 6 weeks, per term.
Term 1: Modules 1-3 (6 lessons)
Term 2: Modules 4-6 (6 lessons)
Term 3: Module 7-9 (6 lessons)
MODULE 1 - ASKING QUESTIONS
Asking questions is the foundation of Social Kung Fu. Whoever asks the question holds the power. Once you’ve mastered your ability to ask questions in different situations, you will find yourself being able to mitigate conflict instead of becoming highly stressed. This module will help students underpin the right questions and tone during these tense conversations.
MODULE 2 - SELF AWARENESS
Research has shown that bullies often pick on those who are vulnerable because they have a better chance of getting the response they want without facing any resistance. In order to avoid becoming an easy target, young people need to be self-aware. In this module students will learn how to acknowledge themselves in as much detail as possible and accept it, thus building their own self awareness.
MODULE 3 - PERSONAL BOUNDARIES
Everyone has their own set of personal boundaries which govern the kind of behaviour they are willing to accept from others. If you want people to respect you then it is important that you learn how to develop strong personal boundaries. In this module students will learn to identify their own core values and how to establish personal boundaries in relationships.
MODULE 4 - GOSSIP & RUMOURS
Gossip and rumours spread around schools like a wildfire, particularly through social media. People are happy to spread them, but not many people are willing to question whether they are actually true. In this module students will learn how to identify gossip and the skills they need to apply to end harmful rumours.
MODULE 5 - BYSTANDERS
When we see bullying, the easiest option is to be a passive bystander. We do not want to become the bully’s next target, so we might choose to sit by and watch one of our peers suffer unnecessarily. As easy as it is, it is not the right thing to do. In this module students will learn how to build the confidence and skills to become a defender.
MODULE 6 - TAKING RESPONSIBILITY FOR OUR FAULTS
When we have made a mistake or done something wrong, it can be hard to know what to do. You might find yourself questioning whether it would be best to admit your faults, or get away without saying anything and hope for the best. This module will teach students when and how to take responsibility for their faults and work on reconciling their relationships with those they may have offended.
MODULE 7 - RAISING CONCERNS
There are times in our lives where we need to raise our concerns, even if this might upset others. If we cannot do this, we cannot expect the issue to be resolved. Eventually, we will start to develop grudges that can snowball into much bigger issues. In this module, students will learn how to raise these concerns in a constructive way whilst maintaining peace in their relationships.
MODULE 8 - OFFENCE & DETACHMENT
We cannot control everything that happens in our lives. What we can control is how deeply we let things affect us. Learning to detach yourself is a coping strategy you can use to deal with difficult situations in life. This module will help students learn to evaluate whether they are stuck in an offence to something. These lessons will teach students how to detach themselves from the conflict so they can see things more objectively or from another perspective.
MODULE 9 - COMPLIMENTS
Giving and receiving compliments can often be awkward. We tend to try and dismiss them, or hand them back. In this module students will learn how to appreciate compliments and accept them with grace
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Fun and engaging
Our sessions simulate real-life and relevant situations. Students pair off and practice what they have learned, some students practice online with other schools. This is a fun, engaging, and useful part of our training. Like all forms of self-defense, it’s about simulating a real situation so we can practice in a controlled and safe environment.
PRACTICAL SCRIPTS & TOOLS
We equip students with scripts, mental health education, and exercises that build critical thinking, and confidence and prepare them to be ready for anything. Schools can access our library of scripts and videos to revisit the content.
empower students
Social Kung Fu covers a series of simple principles and tactics that anybody can use, regardless of their gender, age, or background.
It’s virtual training that coaches students in the art of verbal self-defense and confidence that’s grounded in research.
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Access Australia's best verbal self-defense program and change your school's culture. 9 modules. Videos. Worksheets, Lesson Plans.
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