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 Cuddle Combat Professional Cuddling Pillow Fighting Self Defense

 
FITNESS - Cuddle Combat™ Self Defense & Pillow Fighting Classes help develop sensory awareness and connection to self, in order to develop deep connections with others. Be prepared for breakdowns and breakthroughs. Includes breathwork, movement-based self defense, basic submission grappling and gentle (or energetic) pillow combat. Develop strength of character, stamina, emotional and physical self defense skills while having fun!
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Interested in becoming a Licenced Cuddle Combat™ Instructor?
What Is Cuddle Combat™? — Playful Self-Defense Through Connection

 Cuddle Combat™ is a playful yet profound movement and self‑defense practice that blends pillow fighting, emotional awareness, and embodied consent. It is designed to help participants develop sensory awareness, emotional regulation, and physical self‑defense skills in a safe, joyful, and connective environment.  Cuddle Combat™ is a unique self-defense and embodiment practice that uses playful pillow fighting, breathwork, and foundational grappling to develop awareness, boundaries, resilience, and emotional regulation.  Classes are designed to lower fear and intimidation while teaching real-world self-defense principles in a safe, engaging, and deeply human way.

Cuddle Combat™ integrates:
Playful pillow fighting and controlled physical engagement
Basic self‑defense and grappling principles
Breathwork and nervous system regulation
Consent, boundaries, and emotional literacy
Joy, laughter, and human connection

 Cuddle Combat™ is not about violence.
It is about learning to move between softness and strength with integrity.

Cuddle Combat™ is non-threatening self-defense and ideal for :
people who won't enter MMA gyms
kids and teens
trauma-sensitive populations
corporate wellness programs
therapists & somatic practitioners

Most self-defense programs scare people before they teach them.
 Cuddle Combat™ does the opposite.

Participants develop:
Sensory and situational awareness
Emotional and physical self-defense skills
Strength of character, stamina, and confidence
Healthy boundaries and embodied connection
Each session blends breathwork, gentle (or energetic) pillow combat, basic submissions, and movement-based self-defense — creating space for both breakdowns and breakthroughs, all while having fun.

The Core Cuddle Combat™ Pillars

 Safety & Consent First - Physical, emotional, and psychological safety
Play as a Learning Vehicle - Play lowers defenses → learning enters
Embodied Awareness - Breath, posture, contact, and presence
Real Self-Defense Transferability - Skills map to reality, not fantasy

These pillars protect the integrity of the system and are what licensees must preserve.

 Cuddle Combat™ Instructor Licensing

 Cuddle Combat™ licensing is ideal for:
 Fitness and movement coaches
Martial arts instructors and gym owners
Therapists, somatic practitioners, or facilitators (with physical‑movement background)
Community builders seeking safe, embodied play
It is not intended for individuals seeking to create shock entertainment, humiliation‑based experiences, or unstructured physical chaos.

Licensing Cuddle Combat™ is not simply permission to teach a class — it is an invitation to steward a culture.  This page outlines what it means to become a licensed Cuddle Combat™  Instructor and the ethical, practical, and energetic standards required to teach the practice.  All licensed instructors agree to:

 Prioritize consent, safety, and emotional intelligence
Teach within their scope of competence
Maintain a clean, welcoming, and respectful environment
Represent the practice with integrity and humility
Uphold the Cuddle Combat™ Code of Practice
Cuddle Combat™ Code of Practice

1. Consent Is Sacred
 Consent is explicit, ongoing, and revocable at any time
Participants are encouraged to opt out, pause, or modify without explanation
No pressure, persuasion, or ridicule is tolerated

2. Safety Before Intensity
 Physical safety outweighs emotional catharsis
Movements are scaled, supervised, and appropriate to the group
Pillows and props are used as tools, not weapons

3. Play With Purpose
 Playfulness is intentional, not reckless
Laughter is welcome; mockery is not
Emotional expression is honored, not exploited

4. Power Is Held Lightly
 Instructors do not dominate, shame, or psychologically manipulate participants
Authority exists to protect the container, not the ego
Students are never pressured into vulnerability

5. Emotional Responsibility
 Instructors recognize that emotions may surface
They hold space without acting as therapists unless properly licensed
Clear referrals and grounding practices are used when needed

6. Inclusive & Respectful Space
 Cuddle Combat™ welcomes diverse bodies, identities, and experiences
Discrimination, sexualization, or boundary violations are grounds for license revocation

7. The Spirit of the Practice
 Cuddle Combat™ exists to remind us:
Strength can be gentle
Boundaries can be playful
Connection can be trained
Instructors are guardians of this spirit.

Modular Cuddle Combat™ Class Curriculum Structure

Module 1 — Grounding & Breath
 Co-regulation breathwork
Nervous system downshifting
Boundary awareness without contact
Module 2 — Playful Contact
 Pillow as extension of body
Distance, timing, and reaction
Non-threatening engagement drills
Module 3 — Boundary Setting & Resistance
 Saying “no” with the body
Pressure tolerance
Light resistance and escalation awareness
Module 4 — Intro to Grappling & Control
 Clinch concepts
Balance disruption
Escapes and positioning (age/level appropriate)
Module 5 — Emotional Self-Defense
 Managing overwhelm
Reading energy and intent
Staying present under pressure
Module 6 — Integration & Reflection
 Partner feedback
Group reflection
Skill transfer to daily life

Licensing Path

Level 1: Apprentice Instructor (assist & co‑teach) $297 every 2 years
Level 2: Certified Instructor (teach independently) $697 every 2 years
Level 3: Senior / Mentor Instructor (train instructors, host intensives) $997 every 2 years
 
 Cuddle Combat™ Instructor License Includes:

Curriculum guide framework and class archetypes(PDF)
Access to updates, refinements, and best practices
Safety Standards, Class Structure & Flow Templates, Consent Guidelines
Branding usage rights to teach and market Cuddle Combat™ under the trademark
Permission to host Cuddle Combat™ classes, workshops, and intro events
Licensing does not grant ownership of the trademark or permission to alter the core philosophy.
Listing on CuddleCombat.com

Optional add-ons:
Video library
Live training intensives
Advanced modules (youth, trauma-informed, corporate)

Cuddle Combat™ is not a gimmick... It is a living practice at the intersection of self‑defense, play, and emotional intelligence.  Licensing is granted to a select few... to those willing to protect its heart as carefully as its form.  If this resonates, welcome to the dojo. Contact Sensei Dan @ 602-478-8844 to begin instructor training.