Purse Carry Works Just Enough for Prepared Defender | Active Self Protection

This guide details the critical steps for defensive firearm deployment and engagement, drawing from an analysis by John Correia of Active Self Protection. It covers drawing from a concealed or off-body position, emphasizing a professional draw time, the importance of a two-handed grip, proper sight alignment for high-center chest hits, and crucial post-incident safety protocols like avoiding pursuit. The analysis highlights the effectiveness of quick reaction to a firearm malfunction by the assailant.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring expert John Correia, analyzes a self-defense incident where a defender was fatally shot. It emphasizes critical lessons on situational awareness in transitional spaces, the startle flinch response, and the vital post-fight procedures outlined by the TAP-IFS acronym (Threat, Accomplices, Partner, Injuries, Firearm, Follow-up/Seek help). The analysis highlights the importance of recognizing pre-attack indicators and the tactical considerations during a firearm engagement and its aftermath.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring John Correia, analyzes a self-defense incident where a pregnant woman successfully defended herself and her husband from an armed robbery. Correia, an established self-defense instructor, emphasizes situational awareness, the importance of on-body carry for faster access (critiquing slow purse draws), and the legal justifications for using deadly force. The analysis also covers common mistakes like using a firearm as a blunt object and endangering allies.

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes a real-world self-defense incident in Austin, Texas, where an individual was confronted by three armed robbers. The analysis, led by John Correia and Neil Weidner, emphasizes the importance of situational awareness, the risks associated with off-body carry, and tactical considerations for compliance when facing multiple armed assailants. It also showcases POM Pepper Spray as a viable less-lethal option.

This entry details the risks associated with off-body firearm carry, as explained by John Correia of Active Self Protection. The video highlights an incident where a bag containing two firearms was stolen from a drugstore counter in Philadelphia. It emphasizes the critical importance of keeping firearms on one's person at all times to prevent theft and misuse by criminals, stressing that unattended firearms are prime targets.

This video, featuring John Correia of Active Self Protection, analyzes an armed robbery in Houston, Texas. Correia, an evidence-based defensive trainer, breaks down criminal tactics like 'gun sharing' and highlights the dangers of transitional spaces. He stresses the importance of situational awareness, carrying a firearm, and understanding that compliance doesn't ensure safety, offering critical insights for personal defense.

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.