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Karambit Experiences

One of my private lesson students asked me about the Karambit style blades this morning, and was surprised that I don’t really care for them that much. I had to give him an explanation for my reasoning….so I thought I would share it with you as well. 1) The Karambit style blade hails from the […]

Self Defense And Fitness

A common question I get from clients (mostly from the civilian sector) is about physical fitness and self defense. Actually, it really isn’t a question but more like a complaint that embodies phrases such as: “I can’t do this because of my _________,” or “This is too hard for me, I can’t keep up _________”, […]

Active Shooter Training: Re-Think Run Hide Fight

Recent years have brought all new awareness to Active Shooter/Killer Response training. Horrific events such as the Parkland, FL school shooting or the Las Vegas Massacre or even the most recent shooting at The Gazette Newspaper in Maryland have shown us that these events can take place at any time and any place without discretion. […]

10 Things Your Conceal Carry/LTC Class Didn’t Teach You But You Need To Know!

According to Guns To Carry, there are approximately 16,358,844 active conceal carry permits (license to carry) in the U.S, and increasing by the day. This number definitely makes a 2A supporter very happy after-all, that is A LOT of people who are exercising their right to bear arms.  Depending on which state you reside in, […]

Weapon Vs Weapon Training

Weapon vs Weapon Training!   In the past 2 weeks I have had probably 5 people ask me why we train weapon vs weapon, and if it is realistic. Fair question to be honest!   There are a few ways to look at Weapon vs Weapon training that I don’t think many people understand so […]

Get A Grip!

Knife Grips! Almost no topic involving edged weapons is more widely debated by people who know nothing about the blade in the first place than the usage of knife grip methods. While some argue the Reverse Grip is the sign of an educated knife practitioner, others say that the Standard Grip is the same. Of […]

Learning Is NOT Empowering!

After an engaging conversation I had with a friend who is aspiring to be a self defense instructor, I wanted to post a quick blog about a particular topic often used these days. “Empowerment.” As I cruise thru social media and other blogs I see posts about people attending a course or a conference and […]

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