David Bardos - Educator
David has been practising and teaching martial arts and reality-based self-defence systems for over 35 years. He manages and instructs at four martial arts and self-defence schools across Australia, each specialising in different disciplines:
- ARMD – Focused on personal safety and Reality-Based Self-Defence (RBSD) programs.
- Keystone Jiu-Jitsu – Teaching the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
- Riverina Arnis Association (RAA) – Instructing in the Philippine martial arts of Arnis, Eskrima, and Kali (weapons-based combat).
- Aikido Wagga – Teaching the traditional Japanese martial art of Aikido.
David is committed to community safety. He provides personal protection and self-defence training to individuals, schools, universities, corporate organisations, government agencies, and community groups. A passionate advocate for social change, he actively raises public awareness about violence prevention and self-defence education.
He strongly believes in addressing the gap in the social justice system, particularly regarding violence against women. Through ARMD Riverina, he empowers individuals with practical self-defence skills, reinforcing the principle that "The best investment you can make is in yourself."
Prevention is at the core of his philosophy, and he ensures participants have the right tools to protect themselves and others.
Beyond martial arts, David is a dedicated advocate for regional communities. He holds several key leadership roles, including:
- Board Member, PCYC NSW
- Board Member, Regional Development Australia Riverina
- President, PCYC Wagga Wagga
- Board Member, Committee4Wagga
His contributions to the community were recognised in 2023 when he was nominated for Wagga Wagga's Australian Citizen of the Year, particularly for his instrumental role in developing the new $23M PCYC Wagga facility.
