Top Martial Arts, Firearms, First Aid and Security Protection in Oakley

Martial Arts • Personal Protection • Security Training

Take Your Training to the Next Level with Split Second Response. We equip individuals with the skills to survive, defend, and legally protect themselves in high-risk situations. This isn’t traditional martial arts — this is real-world readiness.

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Our Expert Team

Our expert instructors teach you and/or your child valuable life skills such as confidence, discipline, self-defense, goal setting & leadership to push you to reach your goals!

Our Core Values

Our core values are built upon hard work and respect. We create an healthy & safe environment and mentor our clients to take personal responsibility for their results.

Our Mission

We are committed to providing innovative, relevant, sustainable and accessible Martial Arts and Self-Defense programs that empower our students for life..

Youth Real-World Safety

We teach kids and teens to protect themselves with physical, verbal, and mental tools — not point-sparring or belts. Includes CPR and legal awareness. Our Kids Martial Arts classes are designed to teach students across Oakley the best blend of character development, physical fitness, and unwavering self-confidence.

Teen Martial Arts

Help your teen develop confidence, discipline, and more with our Teen Martial Arts Classes in Oakley. Students of all abilities thrive in our classes with individualized instruction and unwavering support.

Conditioned Combat for Adults - Self Defense

Equip yourself with vital self-defense techniques through our Conditioned Combat Response program. Learn unarmed and armed defense, threat assessment, and more!

Adult Fitness

Kickboxing fitness classes that fit your schedule in Oakley. Drop in Mon-Thu at Split Second Response – only $10 per session, no commitment!

BSIS Guard Card Course

Join our Security Training Courses today and reach your goal of becoming a security guard. Fully certified and licensed through the state of California, we offer the official courses so you can get what you need out of your time spent training and learning.

BSIS 32-Hour Training

Fulfill your BSIS training requirements with 32 hours of essential education. Master public relations, observation, and legal knowledge within 6 months of registration.

BSIS Baton Course

Master baton handling and handcuffing in our comprehensive BSIS training course. Gain essential skills in discretion, de-escalation, and legal considerations.

BSIS Exposed Firearms Course

Enhance your firearm skills with our BSIS Exposed Firearms course. Gain knowledge in safe handling, legal aspects, and complete hands-on training and qualification.

Taser Course

Join our comprehensive Taser training course. Gain insights into Taser mechanics, legal considerations, safety practices, and engage in scenario-based drills.

Pepper Spray Course

Enhance your skills with our 4-hour course on safe chemical agent (pepper spray) use for security officers. Learn product knowledge, legal guidelines, and practical techniques.

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Empowering You with Real-World Personal Protection Skills

At Split Second Response, we are dedicated to providing the highest-quality self-defense and personal protection training available. Our team of expert instructors has years of experience in law enforcement, the military, and elite-level martial arts. We’re a licensed tactical training facility that blends hands-on combat skills with legal defense education, firearms training, and career development opportunities.

We teach you what to do before, during, and after a violent encounter — so you stay safe, act legally, and protect your future.

Our Core Programs

Conditioned Combat (Adults & Youth): Real-world self-defense taught by instructors with law enforcement and military backgrounds.

Security Officer Job Placement Program: 1-day certification with direct job placement for underserved groups.

Firearms & Tactical Training: CCW permit, plus basic and advanced pistol training.

CPR, First Aid & Emergency Response: American Red Cross or HSI-certified training for adults and youth.

Who We Serve

Concerned citizens
Women seeking empowerment
Security professionals & law enforcement trainees
Veterans & first responders
Youth in need of real-world safety training

Additional Training Options

We offer a variety of personal protection training programs, including

Martial arts courses
Personal protection classes with less-lethal self-defense options
BSIS security training and certification
Basic Pistol and Home Defense courses
USCCA Concealed Carry Weapons (CCW) permit certification
Advanced Pistol courses
American Red Cross & HSI – Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED

At Split Second Response, it’s all about practical self-defense, safety, and knowledge.

Come see us here in Oakley today, or fill out the short form on your screen to get started!