Resources

  • Specifically his S.P.E.A.R. System. “The SPEAR System is entirely based on a survival reflex that helped our ancestors survive…” This system helps you to survive the initial, sudden attack. It doesn’t matter what system you practice, if you don’t survive the initial attack, the fight is over before it starts!

    https://blauerspear.com/

  • Built on simple principles, instinctive movements, and practical techniques, Krav Maga was made the official self-defense system of the Israel Defense Forces. Krav Maga is very effective, incorporating instinctive reactions into counterattacks. Krav Maga Worldwide has a demanding instructor training program.

    https://www.kravmaga.com/

  • Its uniquely effective methods (which employ violence as your ultimate survival tool) are simple and easy to master yet are so devastatingly effective at close combat they’re used by military and government agencies alike.

    https://surviveviolence.com/

    https://targetfocustraining.com/

  • At some point, you will end up on the ground during a fight. You must learn how to fight on the ground, not to take a fight to the ground, but so you can get off the ground as soon as possible.

    Gracie University training focuses on self-defense (not sport) Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. You can take extremely well developed online classes or attend a Gracie University Certified Training Center in your area.

    There is a Combatives Program (a beginner program for adults. In this program, you will learn the 36 core techniques of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu), Women’s Empowerment Program, and the Gracie Bullyproof program for kids.

    https://www.gracieuniversity.com/

  • Master reading your environment and the people in it, so you can avoid, defend, or counter ill intent.

    I attended this class at the OnPoint Range in Raleigh, NC. I highly recommend this very informative class.

    https://aimonpoint.com/DIRT

  • My wife, son, daughter, and I all attended a one-time, two hour Family Self Defense class at CSDKM. We all had a lot of fun and learned several effective self-defense techniques. Please check them out!

    https://carolinaselfdefense.com

Recommended Reading

  • Written by Gavin De Becker

    If you only read one book, please read this one! Learn to trust your instincts.

  • Written by Tim Larkin

  • Written by Tim Larkin

  • Written by Sanford Strong

  • Written by Ben Sherwood

  • Written by Rory Miller

  • Written by Varg Freeborn

  • Written by Jason A. Riley and Patrick Van Home