In many ways we are all beginners in self‑defense. Street violence is chaotic and therefore, cannot be mastered in the way we master an instrument, a tool or a kata. It is easy to become an expert in [...]
In reality, the ‘martial’ notion of traditionalism is really an enigma. Modern, for me, has to do with ‘current’ concerns…the word ’tradition’ can imply many things (look it up) however the essence I prefer is ”A set of such customs and usages viewed as a coherent body of precedents influencing the present.” How I relate to this is [...]
Why Jerry McGuire you ask? If you have seen the movie I think you will figure it out by the end of this article. If you have not, suffice it to say that I feel compelled to tell this story due to what [...]
Coach Blauer is offering 25 FREE slots to his Summer Camp. Contest ends June 30. To enter, you must first join the PERSONAL DEFENSE READINESS group on FACEBOOK. The details are on the DISCUSSION board on the home page.
Chapel Hill, NC The Chapel Hill event was taught by Tom and Dana Arcuri and was organized in less than a month by PDR Coaches Anny and Jake Jacoby, and they did an excellent job. It was a women’s only event with 25 motivated first timers who did an outstanding job. My thanks also [...]
