Use The Opportunities You Have To Counter Attack

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 expert analysis from Active Self Protection, hosted by John Correia, debunks the myth of using wasp spray for self-defense. The video presents evidence showing wasp spray's ineffectiveness, failing to deter an attacker and potentially leading to escalation and severe legal consequences like aggravated assault charges. Correia emphasizes the importance of effective less-lethal options like OC spray and the necessity of empty-handed skills as a backup.

This video from Active Self Protection, hosted by John Correia, analyzes a defensive shooting incident where a carjacker was neutralized. It emphasizes the critical importance of situational awareness, the need for both speed and accuracy in a gunfight, and the effectiveness of firearms in rapidly changing behavior. The analysis highlights the defender's quick thinking and proficient shooting, offering actionable lessons on carrying a firearm, maintaining awareness, and the necessity of consistent training to achieve a high level of defensive skill.

This guide, based on analysis from Active Self Protection host John Correia, details crucial techniques for resisting a kidnapping attempt, particularly when an attacker tries to move a victim to a second location. It emphasizes fighting with extreme desperation, aggression, and vocalization, drawing on expert self-defense principles. The advice is applicable to individuals regardless of whether they are armed.

This video explores whether ChatGPT can effectively guide individuals through the process of selecting and acquiring a firearm for self-defense. The instructor tests ChatGPT's advice on firearm choice, legalities, and purchasing procedures, finding it surprisingly competent for beginners, though lacking the depth of human expertise. Key recommendations include starting with a 9mm handgun like the Glock 19, understanding local laws, and prioritizing safe storage.

This video advocates for revolvers as a superior choice for home defense, particularly for new gun owners, due to their inherent simplicity and reliability. The instructor emphasizes that revolvers have fewer controls, reducing the cognitive load during a high-stress situation. While acknowledging capacity concerns, the speaker prioritizes guaranteed function over potentially higher capacity in semi-automatics. The .357 Magnum is recommended for its versatility, allowing the use of .38 Special and .38 Plus P rounds.

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.