TRAINING FOR NDIS PARTICIPANTS

ONE TO ONE AND SMALL GROUP TRAINING

Inclusive, goal-focused Filipino martial arts training delivered at a safe pace and adapted to the participant's abilities, needs and preferred way of learning.

TRAINING MAY SUPPORT

• Confidence, self-belief and a stronger sense of personal capability.

• Balance, coordination, mobility, body awareness and physical confidence.

• Focus, routine, emotional regulation and remaining calmer under pressure.

• Communication, social connection, teamwork and participation in the community.

• Independence, decision-making, personal boundaries and situational awareness.

TRAINING OPTIONS

• One-to-one sessions: personalised instruction, individual pacing and focused support towards the participant's goals.

• Small group sessions: structured training with social interaction, cooperation, shared progress and a supportive sense of belonging.

HOW SESSIONS ARE DELIVERED

• Clear, step-by-step instruction with repetition and time to process each skill.

• Movements and activities adapted for different bodies, abilities, communication styles and learning needs where safe participation is possible.

• Choice, consent, respectful boundaries and controlled practice remain central to every session.

• Support workers, carers or family members may attend or assist where appropriate and agreed.

• Progress is based on the participant's own development, not comparison with others.

WHAT SESSIONS MAY INCLUDE

• Warm-up, balance, footwork, posture, body movement and coordination activities.

• Empty-hand movement, defensive awareness and practical self-defence principles.

• Age- and ability-appropriate Eskrima, Arnis and Kali skills using safe training equipment where suitable.

• Breathing, grounding, focus drills and activities that build calm, control and confidence.

• Partner or group exercises that encourage communication, turn-taking and cooperation.

WHY COASTAL EDGE

• Chief Instructor Steve has more than 40 years of martial arts experience.

• Extensive experience in Social Care supporting people with disability, mental health challenges and complex support needs.

• Patient, inclusive and respectful teaching with safety and empowerment at the centre.

• A current Working With Children Check and experience teaching beginners of different ages and abilities.

NDIS FUNDING AND ENQUIRIES

• Training must relate to the participant's disability-related needs, goals and available NDIS funding.

• Please check with your plan manager, support coordinator or the NDIA before booking to confirm whether the sessions can be paid from your plan.

• Funding arrangements accepted by Coastal Edge are Self-Managed and Plan Managed only.

• Training is not clinical therapy and does not replace medical, psychological, allied health or behaviour support services.

BUILD SKILL. BUILD CONFIDENCE. FIND YOUR EDGE.