Self-Defense Blog

Recent events, in particular active killers murdering school children, have once again started the discussion of “how others can protect us.” Whether it is passing new laws we hope others will obey, posting armed guards who may or may not have the mental and physical skill set to defend us, or putting more law enforcement on the streets who have an average response time much longer than the average time it takes to commit a mass killing. We must accept the fact that victims are the first responders and must be prepared to defend themselves.

In our modern society, personal safety is a paramount concern. While it’s important to be kind and courteous, we must also remain cautious when dealing with strangers, particularly when they unexpectedly show up at our doorstep. Whether it’s a solicitor, a delivery person, or someone with ill intentions, knowing how to handle these situations is crucial. In this blog post, we will explore some essential guidelines to help you ensure your personal safety when faced with an unexpected visitor.

I know. We are being flooded with advice on what to do to stay safe during the coronavirus pandemic. However, I want to share with you five things I am personally doing that you may have not considered.

When responding to an active shooter, the best course of action is not always black and white. How to best respond to an active shooter will depend on circumstances and your capabilities. Are you armed? Are you prepared to engage someone trying to kill you? Are exits easily accessible?

It’s not always easy to get your loved ones onboard with safety and self-defense. Here are five tips for helping your daughter make self-defense an integral part of her lifestyle.

Attending college is full of new experiences, friends, opportunities and excitement. It can also present dangers which can be avoided with a little mindfulness. Here are ten college safety tips that are easy to implement and will go a long way in enabling a fun and safe college experience.

When developing your self-defense plan, think in terms of layers. Build-up, or layer multiple defenses that an aggressor must penetrate before getting to you or your loved ones. To illustrate the concept of a layered defense, I will use personal protection and home defense as examples. There are endless ways to build a layered defense and the layers you choose must be personalized to your needs and capabilities.

Self-defense can be overwhelming. There are many aspects, lots of information (good and bad), and often times confusion around what works and what doesn’t. This alone makes it hard to know where to begin in regard to training and making self-defense habitual. Here are three things you can do right now to improve your safety.

There’s no question, most people are eager to learn self-defense. They will read self-defense blogs, watch a few YouTube videos, and perhaps take some training. However, all too often the planning stops there. What you need to do is adapt your self-defense skill set to your personal life and circumstances. As long as there is a disconnect between your training and your circumstances, you will not get the maximum benefit from your training.