Don’t Forget To Practice Your Empty Handed Skills

This video analyzes a civilian's intervention in a kidnapping and robbery. The presenter highlights the importance of advanced situational awareness, proper use of cover and concealment, and making accurate shots under duress. The analysis emphasizes the legal and tactical considerations of using a firearm for self-defense, particularly in a crowded urban environment.

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes a robbery incident in Costa Rica where a woman successfully defended herself against a purse snatcher. The instructor highlights the importance of situational awareness and being a 'high responder.' While the woman demonstrated bravery and effective physical defense without formal martial arts training, the analysis points out how even basic grappling techniques could have made the situation easier and safer. The video also touches on the legal implications of using submissions in self-defense scenarios.

This video demonstrates a critical self-defense scenario in a retail environment. A store clerk successfully defended themselves against masked suspects during a robbery. The incident highlights the importance of situational awareness, de-escalation attempts, and decisive action when faced with an immediate physical threat. The clerk's use of a knife to repel an attacker who breached the counter is a key takeaway, emphasizing the need for preparedness in high-stress situations.

This video analyzes a carjacking scenario, emphasizing the legal justifications for using lethal force. It clarifies that carjacking is legally considered robbery, a violent felony, and can justify lethal force if there's an imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury to oneself or others. The presenter, William Kirk of Washington Gun Law, highlights the importance of situational awareness and understanding the rules of engagement for self-defense.

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes two distinct robbery incidents in Houston, Texas, highlighting vastly different criminal 'energies.' Host John Correia, demonstrating high authority and expertise, breaks down the tactical and legal implications of each scenario. The analysis emphasizes situational awareness, the immediate threat posed by a brandished firearm, and the legal thresholds for using force in self-defense, referencing specific Texas Penal Codes.

This video analyzes a robbery incident where a clerk successfully defended themselves against an armed assailant. Hosts John Correia and Stephannie Weidner discuss the legalities of self-defense, the distinction between force and deadly force, and the effectiveness of non-lethal options like pepper spray. They also emphasize the importance of physical fitness and empty-handed combat skills in self-defense scenarios.

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.