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Training Concepts of Defense Science

Key Training Concepts of Defense Science

The USAF Guide to Gaining Defensive Skills The US Air Force conducted a study to determine the effectiveness of training their pilots. After an exhaustive...
peaceful majority

Why the Peaceful Majority is Irrelevant

By Rachel Ehrenfeld ~ I used to know a man whose family were German aristocracy prior to World War II. They owned a number...
Alex Haddox: Are You Aware

Parking Lot Safety, Part 1

Crime is an unfortunate reality in our increasingly compacted urban communities. Raising awareness about the methods used by criminals and equipping readers with the...
Not Victim

Women as Victor or Victim

Years ago the thought of teaching a self-defense program to women would cause me to cringe. I never seemed to be able to encourage...

Safety Alert: Razor Blades in Playgrounds

Razor blades in playgrounds are something new. This month they found razor blades at a local park. The blades were glued to places on...
Dr. Clifford L. Thomas TKD Ramblers Workshop

Anti-Bullying Workshop Opens Eyes

About 150 people attend an anti-bullying workshop with presentations on how to deal with bullies, and threatening behavior. Gazette.net by Alice Popovici ~ Anna Hornberger,...
Jim Wagner Fighting Tips

Legal Risks in Self-Defense

There is legal risks in self defense. Anytime you use your martial arts skills (use-of-force) against another person, even if you are justified in...
Alex Haddox: Are You Aware

Knives As Defensive Weapons

This month we continue our investigation into Defensive weapons; our topic is knives. However, first and foremost when it comes to weapons, always obey local...
Ask Dr. Robyn Silverman

Bullying Begins at Home – How Siblings Can Hurt Each Other

Laura Flynn McCarthy, KnowMore.tv ~ What does the face of a bully look like? Is it the angry kid in the school yard, or the...
Melissa Soalt

Women and the Killer Instinct

To be effective in self-defense, you cannot just defend – you must attack back. For a female, this is the ultimate reversal: You become...
Melissa Soalt

Self Defense From The Inside Out

So you finally decide it’s time to learn self defense. Perhaps recent events stirred some What if scenarios. As you take your evening stroll...

What is Self Defense?

As a teacher, I’m occasionally asked to review textbooks for possible use in new or ongoing classes. Recently I was asked to review an...
TIT for TAT

TIT for TAT – Training International Transporters for Tactics Against Terrorists

About TIT for TAT Preventing another 9/11 Tragedy Mission: Our perpetual mission is dedicated to exploring and providing the most comprehensive self-defense training tactics for people who...
Not every girl depends on men for protection.

How Could the Holy Secrets of Handgunning Be Known By a Woman?

How could the holy secrets of handgunning be known by a woman? Most of my friends have wives or girlfriends who don’t support their gun...
Blind Justice

Issues Regarding Self-Defense and The Law

The following is adapted from the lecture I often give as part of my job as a firearms instructor for the New York State...

How to Help Prevent Child Abduction and Molestation

Having to discuss child abduction and molestation with a child can be difficult and uncomfortable, but warning your children about these dangers is important...