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Paraparaumu Short Course May 28-29th 2022

Paraparaumu CQC/MSD short course for practical realists
European military unarmed combat/close quarters combat and military self-defence for responsible civilians May 28-29th 2022

The Todd Group was established in 1927 and is the longest operating private specialist European military CQC/MSD training providers globally and the only training providers of our military self-defence and MUC military unarmed combat training packages in NZ. This is your opportunity if you live in the lower North Island to undertake introductory training under the Todd Group Master-Chief instructor Geoff Todd and training team attending instructors.


Military battle field close quarters combat actions on is about as close personal and deadly as it gets, hence the need for the most battle proven tactics and skills.
It is our belief that those serious about such capabilities should not settle for anything less than what will arm them with the highest chances of winning not merely surviving under life threatening assault if they are serious about their safety. The Todd Group have trained thousands of military combatants over the past 95 years as well as specialist law enforcement and close protection specialists.

Training is open to responsible males and females from 17 years of age and all applicants must be vetted and meet our stringent joining requirements.
This is a must for those that are interested more in military close combat and military self-defence than competitive or traditional fighting arts styles training.
Attendees will be trained in our primary Basic (MUC) military unarmed combat offensive and counter offensive tactics and skills as well as our most current and proven (MSD) mil self-defence skills to combat or counter unarmed and street weapons armed aggressors.

There will also be a Phase 1 Basic testing conducted for two existing candidates that accepted course attendees will be permitted to observe.
Responsible practical realists of integrity that are committed to undertaking this unique entry introductory training opportunity will experience real mil CQC/MSD skills training and should apply now as this is a small group only training course.

It is our thinking that those that do not feel confident in their capabilities to protect themselves could not get more effective proven means than foul mil CQC/MSD means of assaulter incapacitation. From our Brain to Boot mental Toughness enhancement to best of dirty tricks Brigade battle proven tactics and skills, this introductory weekend course will enable attendees to experience real European mil CQC/MSD. The training can arm even the underdog with capabilities to incapacitate violent assaulters as long as they have high level mental toughness and are committed to defeating aggressors.

Do not apply if you are not mature responsible of integrity and a law-abiding citizen.

The skills are not based on traditional or sporting styles techniques as they are derived directly from European military close combat trade-craft training to arm exponents regardless of gender or physical disparities with their best chances of stopping an assaulter in their tracks. The Todd Group has a military elite close combat and self-defence instructor qualification lineage of no other private training provider.

Attendees will be trained from the HQ source where the tactics and skills are developed and where they can progress through the ranks under the control of highly qualified mil CQC Master-Instructors if their objective is to achieve rank including instructor qualifications.
It all begins with applying for your first Phase 1 Basic training.

For more information, see:

Apply now

Read the full course information, then fill out the application form below. You will be contacted on completing and email returning the initial training request.

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      Personal Information

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      Rules & Regulations

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      Agreement

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      Declaration

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    Personal Information

    If you submit the application below and do not complete the required application requirements you will not be accepted for any future Todd Group HQ, depots or exported national or international training/courses you may apply for. Only responsible committed individuals of integrity should apply as training in our military self-defence and close quarters combat as a civilian is a privilege and not a given right.

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    The Todd Group Official Rules, Regulations and Code of Ethics

    Exponents and instructors of the Todd Systems must agree to the following rules regulations and code of ethics.

    1. The application/declaration and questionnaire forms must be completed truthfully and signed, witnessed, dated, and returned.

    2. False information provided on official forms is regarded as a very serious membership breach and the offending member may be suspended, expelled, or further action may be taken under legal advisement.

    3. All application requirements must be completed before the individual can commence training.

    4. Members must be physically able to undertake the specific training and any medical conditions that may affect their personal safety or the safety of others must be stated in writing and a clearance given before commencing training.

    5. Members must train in suitable attire and make sure their personal hygiene is of the highest standard.

    6. Exponents or instructors are not permitted to make statements or press releases, or enter into contracts or agreements of any kind without permission in writing of the Todd Group Chief Instructor. This includes all forms of media publicity or advertising of any format.

    7. Any exponent or instructor who completes the official application forms for membership or training accepts the provided rates and charges for the specific services and is responsible for the fees and charges set down for the specific service.

    8. Membership fees for full members, country members, and reduced subscription members must be paid on account.

    9. Members wanting to resign or change their membership status must do so in writing and will be liable for any outstanding fees at the time of their resignation being received in writing.

    10. Members must resign prior to the new term commencing or they will be liable for their full fees for the new term, as their position will have been kept open. Any unpaid overdue accounts will be handled by a collection agency and will incur additional collection charges.

    11. Conditions of membership, as per the application/declaration and questionnaire forms, apply to all exponents and instructors who have completed the forms in the past, present, and future.

    12. Exponents and instructors are not permitted to instruct any of the Todd Systems skills to any individual, group, or organization unless they are current, qualified, financial members and have current written consent of the Todd Group Chief instructor. This consent is subject to the exponent or instructor complying with all the required responsibilities and regulations. Instructor consent can be withdrawn by notice for breaches of the regulations.

    13. All members must agree to act responsibly at all times and have a duty of care for the safety and security of themselves and all fellow exponents and instructors.

    14. All exponents and instructors must respect commands and instructions from their superiors at all times.

    15. Facility rules: Be punctual, enter and exit training facilities when instructed, respect all facilities, weapons, and equipment. Only handle weapons and equipment when instructed to do so. If you open something, close it. if you turn something on, turn it off. If you break something, report it. Report any injuries immediately.

    16. Leave all facilities the way you found them.

    17. Conduct must be of a committed, quiet, professional, willing and ready to learn and never quit.

    18. Todd Group members must always conduct themselves in a manner that is professional and never through their actions or words bring the Todd Group into disrepute.
      Treat everyone the way you expect to be treated.

    19. Never abuse your skills by using them to incite violence or cause trouble.

    20. Be reliable and always contactable as coms are the difference between success and failure, keep in contact with your fellow members and with the HQ and always forward any changes in your contact details immediately.

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    The Todd Group Agreement

    As an exponent of Todd Close Combat Systems I agree to:

    1. Honor regulations in all matters of training, behavior, conduct and discipline.

    2. Understand that the Todd Group can accept no responsibility for any injury or death caused through training.

    3. Any breach of our rules can result in expulsion.

    4. Abide by all regulations and conditions of training.

    5. Inform your Headquarters in writing, should you wish to resign your membership, change your membership status or change of contact details this applies to club members or for course exponents inform the instructor if you intend to leave the course during its duration.

    6. On completing this official form you are liable for the subscriptions or course fees as per the schedule of services or set course fees.

    7. I am not permitted to instruct any individual or group in any of the teachings of the Todd Group New Zealand regardless of whether I am a current or past member or have been on a course, unless I am qualified and certified to do so and have written consent from the Chief Instructor.

    8. I am not permitted to make statements or enter into agreements and contracts both verbal or in writing or make or release media statements or partake in interviews or advertising without the written permission of the Todd Group New Zealand.

    9. I agree not to use any Todd Group intellectual property, including images, video, and audio, without written permission of the Todd Group New Zealand.

    10. I agree not to use any Todd Group intellectual property, including images, video, and audio, without written permission of the Todd Group New Zealand.

    11. As a member of the Todd Group New Zealand or having attended a course, I am required to be responsible in my actions and never use my knowledge and skills to incite violence or cause unnecessary injury and only use them in self protection or protection of others in relation to the laws of self defence.

    12. On signing this agreement, I am responsible for all subscription accounts/course fees and understand that members must resign in writing and pay all outstanding accounts prior to their resignation being accepted.

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    Declaration

    1. Do you have any previous criminal convictions that resulted in imprisonment or are you currently under investigation or serving any sentence or awaiting court proceedings?

    If you have any previous criminal convictions that resulted in imprisonment or any other custodial sentence including home detention, you must provide a copy of your criminal history to proceed with this application.

    2. Purpose for training?

    3. Have you ever had psychiatric treatment?

    If yes, please provide details:

    4. Have you ever been involved or have or had a personal association with any gang or gang members or organised crime or criminals?

    If yes, please provide details:

    5. Have you ever been involved with any terrorist, political, religious, or ethnic organizations that promote the use of violence or breach the civil rights, religion, or race of any person, or whose purpose is to act against the Government of New Zealand or any other country by illegal means?

    If yes, please provide details:

    6. Do you have any health problems that may endanger you by training in CQC?

    If yes, please provide details:

    7. Do you agree to accept the instructor’s instructions and teachings, to train responsibly with safety in mind and never put your instructor or fellow exponents at risk or in danger of injury?

    8. Do you have or have you ever had an addiction to drugs or alcohol?

    If yes, please provide details:

    9. Have you ever had any previous experience in military close combat, martial arts, boxing, wrestling, or self-defence?

    If yes, please provide details:

    10. Have you ever had any previous training or service in the military, police, corrections, close protection, or special investigations?

    If yes, please provide details:

    11. Have you ever been refused Todd Group HQ or a Todd Group Depot membership or course joining acceptance?

    If yes, please provide details:

    12. Have you ever had Todd Group membership revoked, been removed from a course, resigned your membership or withdrawn yourself from a course under a complaint investigation or disciplinary action.

    If yes, please provide details:

    13. Do you agree not to reveal or instruct anyone in any of the Todd Group tradecraft training you will undertake/receive as a training member or former member?

    14. Do you agree to abide by all agreement contract rules and regulations?

    Confirmation of the above being true and correct

    If your answers or information are found to be untrue, misleading, or in breach of any of your membership agreements/contracts, your membership/course joining, or course participation will be immediately revoked, and any required action undertaken.

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