Institutional Manifesto

Personal protection is not reactive or impulsive.
It is the result of awareness, judgment, and controlled action applied before escalation occurs.

MODRPRĀTS operates on the understanding that self-defense is a cognitive process governed by perception, responsibility, and restraint. Physical action is a consequence of judgment, not its substitute.

Protection begins with the ability to observe, assess, and decide correctly under uncertainty.

Philosophical Framework

Self-defense is not aggression.
It is perception, anticipation, and control.

All instruction begins with cognitive awareness. Individuals are trained to recognize risk early, regulate stress responses, and maintain clarity under pressure.

Strength without awareness creates vulnerability.
Technique without understanding lacks function.

Action is justified only when necessary and must remain proportional, controlled, and intentional.

Instructional Principles

Instruction at MODRPRĀTS is guided by the following principles:

  • Prevention over confrontation

  • Control over force

  • Understanding over reaction

Technique is treated as a tool for decision-making, not as an objective in itself. Skill exists only in relation to context, intent, and responsibility.

Institutional Commitment

MODRPRĀTS operates under defined standards of discipline, precision, and accountability.

All activity is governed by:

  • Methodological clarity

  • Ethical responsibility

  • Continuous refinement

These principles apply uniformly to instruction, conduct, and institutional decision-making.

Code of Conduct

  • This Code of Conduct applies to:

    • All training sessions (group, private, seminars, retreats)

    • All students, including minors (from 8 years of age)

    • Parents or legal guardians of minors

    • Instructors, assistants, and organizational staff

    • Events organized or hosted by MODRPRĀTS

    Participation in any activity implies acceptance of this Code.

  • All participants are required to:

    • Act with respect, self-control, and maturity

    • Treat instructors, fellow students, and staff with dignity

    • Follow instructions given by authorized instructors

    • Respect training spaces, equipment, and facilities

    Harassment, intimidation, aggressive behavior, or disrespectful conduct—verbal or physical—will not be tolerated.

  • Safety is a non-negotiable priority.

    • Training is conducted under controlled conditions

    • Techniques are taught progressively, with emphasis on control and awareness

    • Safety protocols and protective measures must be respected

    • Injuries or unsafe conditions must be reported immediately

    MODRPRĀTS reserves the right to adapt or interrupt training to ensure safety.

  • Instruction is provided strictly within:

    • Latvian criminal law

    • Principles of necessity, proportionality, and responsibility

    • Ethical and preventive frameworks

    Training does not promote violence, aggression, or vigilantism.
    Students are trained to understand when not to act, as much as how to act.

    Any misuse of knowledge outside legal boundaries is the sole responsibility of the individual.

  • MODRPRĀTS accepts students from the age of 8.

    For minors:

    • Content is adapted to age, maturity, and legal standards

    • Emphasis is placed on awareness, discipline, and prevention

    • Parental or guardian consent is mandatory

    Enhanced safeguarding standards are applied in accordance with Latvian law.

  • Students or guardians are responsible for:

    • Disclosing relevant medical conditions

    • Ensuring physical readiness

    • Communicating discomfort or limitations

    MODRPRĀTS is not a medical institution and does not replace professional medical advice.

  • MODRPRĀTS respects privacy and confidentiality.

    • Personal data is processed in compliance with GDPR

    • Internal methods and materials are confidential

    • Photography or recording may be restricted

  • Non-compliance may result in:

    • Verbal or written warning

    • Temporary suspension

    • Permanent removal from activities

    MODRPRĀTS reserves the right to take necessary measures to protect its standards and community.

  • Enrollment or participation confirms acknowledgment and acceptance of this Code of Conduct.