HardTarget has a global reputation of excellence in all aspects of conflict management that is dedicated to keeping people safe.

Committed to providing internationally recognised programmes which are evidence based and delivered by the leading subject matter experts.

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AA Chief Experience Officer, Kath Woollard

“Quinton builds confidence in people by using proven methods that are easy to use and call on at times of stress.”

“His holistic approach makes this training not just useful in the workplace, we have found benefits for our team in their personal lives. We sleep easy at night knowing we have invested in our people.”

Read more about Kath’s experience with HardTarget, and the tangible outcomes she has seen with her staff since their training.

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Practical and instinctive

Practical concepts that can be used in everyday life enhance our ability to retain lessons learned through consistent practice. We work with the idea of routinising instinctive strategies to decrease the cognitive load while creating good habits, allowing actions to become effortless to recall confidently under stress. Concepts can be used by all people, recognising that every person has a unique role, life story, belief system and individual experiences. Over the years, thousands of participants have provided feedback, describing our courses as being challenging, inspiring, safe, practical, unexpectedly empowering and life-changing.

Why HardTarget?

Empowering and engaging

Enjoyable training is what people remember. It is immensely important to us that everyone leaves feeling supported with a newfound glimmer of inspiration, ensuring that learnings are remembered, shared with others and applied in everyday life. Participating in training should be challenging, safe for all, and an empowering experience. An experiential approach that is interactive and engaging, where each participant can draw impactful personal wow moments from core concepts.

New Zealand’s most trusted SME

We have dedicated ourselves since 1998 with the sole focus of making New Zealand a safer place to live. The vast range of clients who have trusted us in all aspects of training their people each have their unique challenges within their roles and the law. A significant amount of this training has been provided to New Zealand government departments, including international exposure to over 10 countries. Through this comprehensive experience, we have grown holistically to become a leading SME in New Zealand, as well as internationally.

Proven methods that follow guidelines

Since 1998, HardTarget has been researching, designing and delivering programmes that achieve identified outcomes while aligning with specific guidelines. We are certified ASP international instructors, holding a diploma in New Zealand policing.

Principal Testimonials

Hear what our leaders have to say.

Principal of Pukekohe North School, Jim Stafford-Bush

“It changed our whole way of thinking, it made us worried about New Zealand and what we’re being taught so far in terms of lockdown situations.”

“Our staff so enjoyed the day, it was practical and we were very engaged. Two weeks later after the school holidays, our staff were still talking about the professional development that Q had taken us through, many said it was the best PD they had ever had.”

Principal of Kaitaia College, Louise Anaru

“I’ve been a principle for over 15 years now and have been in a number of situations where I needed to ensure students safety.”

“We have the expert facilitating it, in a way which is engaging and fun, and you walk away knowing what to do. My staff feel more confident in terms of how to communicate, how to read the situation, and how to de-escalate and restrict movement safely if needed.”