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 [...]
In your fight, you’re point. Irrespective of your training, if the opponent is in your face, it’s now your fight. And while there may be professional rules of engagement, its also now a very personal moment. If you can’t subdue this threat, you likely will not accomplish your [...]
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 [...]
Uploaded from my iphone This week we are at Fort Benning, the center of excellence for Army Combatives. It’s an honor and privaledge to be invited here since this is home to the Modern Army Combatives Program. Yesterday we did our Leadership Brief for 24-7. Modern army combative (MAC) founder Matt Larsen was [...]
