4 days ago · The mission of the Verbal Judo Institute is to create a S.A.F.E.R.© world by delivering practical and easy to learn strategies which empower people to effectively de-escalate conflict and potential violence.

The essence of Verbal Judo is to influence others to come around to your way of thinking and is best defined as a gentle yet powerful way of persuasion that helps us to avoid, resolve and manage resistance by using presence and words, whether to resolve conflict or to close a deal with a customer.

The late George J. Thompson PH.D. (1941-2011) created the internationally recognized training program in Tactical Communication known as “Verbal Judo.” He authored the bestselling book, “Verbal Judo The Gentle Art of Persuasion.”

Verbal Judo teaches the skills necessary to remain centered and focused during any verbal circumstance. You will learn to redirect behavior, diffuse difficult situations, and generate voluntary compliance from people not on their best behavior.

Verbal Judo courses are available from one to four days. We also do keynote speaking engagements and can create customized courses. Our instructors are often asked to be keynote speakers and give shorter presentations at large events and conferences.

The program teaches how to treat people with respect, how to stay calm and professionally handle verbal resistance and abuse, and therefore reduce conflict. Being able to control the conflict and remain safe is the goal. Join the growing numbers of …

"Verbal Judo is applicable to all professions, as well as personal relationships." - Brian N. "The course, instruction, content, and delivery were top notch" - Kevin B.

Feb 24, 2021 · Two-year recertification to continue teaching Verbal Judo in your organization. Updated materials provided during your course include Student manuals, PowerPoint, and more! Instructor: Curtis Smith, [email protected] & Tommy Thompson, [email protected]

Lt. Robert Doherty became a Verbal Judo Instructor in 2005 following a train-the-trainer course instructed by Dr. Thompson. Lt. Doherty has over 30 years of experience as a police officer, detective, and instructor for the Maine Criminal Justice Academy.

One of the most widely adopted forms of nonlethal force is verbal force, primarily verbal judo (Johnson, 2004). Verbal judo focuses on educating officers on interpersonal communication skills and/or conflict resolution skills to diffuse potentially volatile confrontations with members of the community. It also