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This guide details the proper deployment of OC spray for self-defense, as explained by John Correia and Steph Weidner on Active Self Protection. The video emphasizes a quick, targeted spray to the eyes followed by disengagement, allowing the spray to incapacitate the attacker. It also touches on the legal justification for using pepper spray in response to physical assault.

This analysis from Active Self Protection, led by John Correia, breaks down a parking lot altercation that escalated to a knife attack. It emphasizes the critical importance of de-escalation, avoiding ego-driven confrontations, and maintaining a safe reactionary gap. The video highlights the dangers of social violence and the need for immediate first aid following an attack.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring John Correia, analyzes a self-defense incident where a store worker and customer successfully defended against an armed robber. The analysis covers the use of POM pepper spray, a chokehold technique, and crucial legal distinctions regarding protective versus punitive force. Correia's high authority level and detailed breakdown of the event provide valuable insights into real-world self-defense scenarios.

This analysis from Active Self Protection breaks down a store clerk's physical confrontation with an angry customer. It highlights the clerk's impressive Muay Thai skills but strongly cautions against escalating minor conflicts into full fights due to significant legal and personal repercussions. The emphasis is on de-escalation and understanding the boundaries of legal self-defense.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring expert John Correia, analyzes a disturbing incident in Houston where a ride-share passenger violently assaulted her driver with pepper spray. It highlights the offensive use of OC spray by criminals and provides crucial self-defense lessons on maintaining distance, understanding OC effects, and legal considerations regarding use-of-force.

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes a self-defense incident where a 14-year-old used a handgun. Experts John Correia and Stephannie Weidner discuss the legal and tactical implications, emphasizing de-escalation and the potential use of less-lethal options like pepper spray as an alternative to lethal force. The analysis highlights the importance of responsible firearm ownership and the consequences of fleeing a scene.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring analysis by John Correia, showcases a critical home defense scenario. A resident, who had owned her firearm for less than 24 hours, successfully intervened in a home invasion by neutralizing an intoxicated intruder. The incident underscores the importance of preparedness and the effective use of a firearm in a life-threatening situation.

This video showcases a 73-year-old jewelry store owner successfully deterring five armed robbers by drawing a .38 caliber revolver. The incident highlights the effectiveness of a firearm as a deterrent, as no shots were fired and the suspects fled immediately. The owner's actions and subsequent message emphasize the importance of self-defense preparedness for business owners. Expert analysis from Active Self Protection underscores the tactical implications of such encounters.

This expert guide from John Correia of Active Self Protection breaks down a self-defense incident, emphasizing the critical roles of Verbal Judo, maintaining distance, and establishing a defensive fence. It details how to use head and neck control for takedowns and ground control, offering practical insights for enhancing personal safety through evidence-based defensive training.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring John Correia, analyzes a self-defense incident where a store owner successfully countered an armed robbery. It details the critical moments of a counter-ambush, disarming the assailant, and emphasizes the importance of situational awareness and tactical advantage. The analysis highlights key defensive principles and warns against unnecessary re-engagement after a threat is neutralized.