About us
Meet Your Instructor:
Chris Kennedy
Chris’s extensive martial arts training in Judo as well as his law enforcement experience dealing with real criminals have given him highly unique insights into the reality of self-defense. This expertise was used to develop and instruct numerous self defense programs through the Yaruki Judo Academy in Carstairs, Alberta. In 2023 Chris joined the internationally acclaimed RHINO Tactical Defense System, moving from a martial arts based program into a reality based self-defense program that anyone can learn and use. As a RHINO certified instructor Chris is now providing a higher level of self defense material and instruction to Western Canada.
Chris has instructed Self Defense Tactics for over 25 years. This has resulted in a passion surrounding Self-Defense instruction and a desire to prevent victimization of families and individuals. This passion translates into a comprehensive, reality based training environment. Chris encourages students to have fun while learning how to avoid confrontation and protect themselves and those they love.
Summary of Chris's Additional Experience:
- Police Officer - City of Calgary
- Corrections Officer – Calgary Correctional Centre
- Security Intelligence Officer - Calgary Correctional Centre
- Founder and Head Instructor - RHINO Tactical Defense Alberta
- Founder and Head Instructor – Yaruki Judo and Fitness Academy
- Judo Canada Certified Self Defense Instructor
- National Coaching Certification Program - Certified Level 2 Instructor
- 2nd Degree Black Belt in Judo
- 35 Years of Self-Defense Experience