“What a fantastic group of training professionals! They are constantly availing themselves of every possible personal defense method – every opportunity for continuing education, to make lives safer. They are also modifying the skills used by agencies like the Secret Service and State Department to protect VIP’s, to teach Pretty Loaded students and clients how to better protect family members – particularly children. If you haven’t yet had the opportunity to hear the team speak on awareness, empowerment and defense, you need to get it on your list!”
Rick Colliver– Security Director, Time Warner Cable and Author, Principal Protection; Lessons Learned
“The Pretty Loaded program for realtors was the most interesting and relevant safety course they had ever attended.Your focus on awareness and being a hard target really made an impression on the group.”
Eastern Connecticut Association of Realtors®
“I do safety presentations quite often and I let all of those I’m speaking with know what you’re doing at Pretty Loaded. I think your work is very important and that it is probably saving lives. Keep up the good work!”
Raymond Hitchcox, Security Director, Dignity Health Hospitals
“Thanks for allowing us to share your running and walking safety videos with our citizens. Our large student population, runners and walkers are ever-present and your video provides invaluable tips to promote their safety.”
Mark, TV Producer, City of College Station, Texas A&M
“Thank you so much for sharing your expertise and knowledg with KLD today. I can honestly say that was the most interaction we had in one of our wellness initiative webinars so far! I can tell our employees were truly interested and we all learned a TON!
Patti Stanek, Learning Director, KLDiscovery
“We had Sanford Strong speak to our organization in 2005. He was the retired Sgt. from San Diego who used to appear on America’s Most wanted and spoke on safety, awareness, and self-defense. He wrote the book Strong on Defense. You seem to have put together the modern-day version of this training that hits close to my heart.”
Bob Heales– GLOBAL INTELLIGENCE Executive Director, World Association of Detectives Chairman of the Board, Heales & Associates, Ltd., and
National Council of Investigation and Security Services
“Our clerks found the training empowering and they gained confidence in their ability to avoid situations before they occur. Again, this is an outstanding program and I would highly recommend your training.”
Brian E. Kilgore, Specialist LFI, United States Court System
“Sexual violence is more prevalent on college campuses and for our young people it’s the first time they are in charge of their safety & well-being. As a rape and aggression defense instructor I have used and highly recommend Pretty Loaded videos and trainings for any college campuses looking to keep their community members safe and informed. I especially recommend Pretty Loaded for young people in high school and heading off to college. In my opinion it’s one of the best self-defense programs you could bring to your child or young adult.”
Kelly Mitchell, Lieutenant Middletown RI, Sergeant Police Retired 2023,
Brown University
“I just wanted to let your team know that I love your work! I have been in the Martial Arts field for 37+ years and I really appreciate the defense before being in the fight. Your videos are very informative and well thought out. I am currently using your videos for my martial arts students as well as my personal safety program for civilians and law enforcement. Again, thanks for your efforts in an area many don’t consider.”
Jeff Sgarlata, Founder, Team Krav Maga and Team One Krav Maga
“We engaged the Pretty Loaded group to speak at our annual Leadership Conference. They presented an informative program, along with demonstrations, on situational awareness for business travelers along with a very interesting look at personal security in general. Their program was highly rated by our attendees and their presentation created a buzz of conversation among our attendees. They are professional and engaging presenters; they will make you rethink how you approach and respond to potentially dangerous situations.”
Tim Rasmussen– MDU Resources
“I am the Director of HR for IRET and just wanted you to know of all the great feedback I have received from our employees who attended your training at all our different locations. I’ve had several calls and emails stating how much everyone learned and enjoyed the training. Thanks for making it a great experience for our employees!”
Todd R.- Human Resources Director, IRET
“We are the oldest crime prevention association in the U.S. We now reach law enforcement agencies around the world through our annual crime prevention training conference. Many of us already utilize your videos and recommend your website to our fellow crime prevention officers and to the women in our communities. Since then I have shared your videos and website with crime prevention officers and others throughout the country as I travel teaching the S.A.F.E. Women Instructor’s class for NSDI (National Self-Defense Institute) and teaching for FCPTI. We are very impressed with Pretty Loaded and your presentation was a hit at the 49th Florida Crime Prevention Association.”
Stacey Payne- President, Florida Crime Prevention Association
“All of us need training, and some of us need it now! If you’re looking for a foundation in self-defense that you can implement immediately, look no further than the on-line training program Beth and the team at Pretty Loaded have produced. It’s simple, straight-forward, and full of great tactics and tips you can put to use today! Highly recommended!”
Frank Sharpe– Founder, Fortress Defense
“It’s always a good thing when a woman recognizes the need for self-defense skills then spends her life spreading the word to help others. That’s exactly what Beth of Pretty Loaded Safety training is doing with her views on situational awareness and Krav Maga.”
Black Belt Magazine
“Beth does a great job depicting the realities of the world we all live in. She goes to grave detail illustrating the harsh realities of abduction, rape, and real life and death situations that occur all around us today. Each post that Beth provides, gets deeper into the world of Situational Awareness from a prevention perspective.”
Blogging for Situational Awareness
“Thank you so much for all your videos and training! I use this in my self-defense classes in Bahrain (Middle East).”
Elisabetta Massey- She. Fend Self-Defense
“Pretty Loaded has released their first video-based seminar series on situational awareness and it is outstanding. I am confident that this seminar will save lives and it is something you should make sure everyone in your life sees.”
Jack Spirko, Founder, The Survival Podcast
“I was so impressed with your Online training. Your content, visuals and organization are amazing. Lots of great information to think about and act on.”
Ganya Anderson, Instructional Designer and Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt
“I have dedicated 10 years of my life to the study of this topic. Thank you so much for your efforts to bring attention to the importance of situational awareness.”
Dr. Richard B. Gasaway, Situational Awareness Matters! SAMatters.com
“I’m an Enhanced Concealed Carry Instructor in MS. I came across your page on Facebook. All I can say is OUTSTANDING!!!! I plan to somehow implement and introduce your training in my classes as a way for my students to continue their education. Thanks for such an awesome service and user-friendly website. Once again, I can’t say enough as to the importance of your services to EVERYONE for their personal safety.
Sean Cooper
“I am a Police Officer with the Buffalo Grove(IL) PD and came across your site while doing research for an upcoming Women’s Safety Series I created. You appeal to a vast array of people, in a simple, non-judgmental way, which is one of the best ways to educate. Your videos are short and sweet and address several issues at one time. What a great program Pretty Loaded is.”
Meghan Hansen
“I listened to you present at the MDU conference, and I would like your training for our group. I found it very interesting and beneficial for men and women.
Kevin Garner, Oregon Electric Group
These Safety Tips All Kids Need To Know. Children are sadly so vulnerable to the world around them. It is so important that we share ways to keep our kids safe. And this powerful video from Pretty Loaded is full of things all kids need to know to stay safe!
GodVine
This Pretty Loaded video will make you think about what you’re doing the next time you’re by yourself. Be confident, keep your head up, and be aware of your surroundings. If something looks a little off, don’t be afraid to change course or seek help. You’ll never look stupid and it’s important to be safe.
Viral Nova
I think your videos are fantastic it really moved me, i wish there were videos to help me. Im a 21 year old from the uk and when i was 15 i was walking through a car park during day time full of people and i was pushed into a car and raped and abused. More girls need educating as it happens anywhere any time, thank you for educating our girls.
Becky
Thank you so much for doing what you do! I share your videos to my youth group!
Bill Henson
I share them both on my personal page and on my conceal carry page. As a conceal carry instructor I a strong believer in situational awareness being the best dest defense. You guys (ladies) rock! and produce awesome videos. Looking forward to incorporating some more of your trainings into my presentations here in North Carolina.
Jerry Gouge