Why Are You Walking Toward Your Downed Assailant…as a Civilian?!

This video, featuring John Correia of Active Self Protection, analyzes a carjacking incident in Sao Paulo, Brazil, where a victim successfully defended themselves. It highlights crucial defensive tactics, including recognizing threats, prioritizing escape, the decision-making process for engaging a threat, and essential post-engagement actions like securing the scene and contacting authorities. The analysis emphasizes evidence-based defensive training and practical application in high-stress scenarios.

This guide details a counter-ambush technique demonstrated by John Correia of Active Self Protection. It covers identifying tactical openings, the importance of consistent carry, executing a rapid firearm draw, and applying the TAPIPS protocol for post-engagement actions. The analysis emphasizes situational awareness and efficient defensive shooting under duress.

This guide details a critical self-defense scenario analyzed by John Correia, an expert in use-of-force cases. It covers the tactical decision-making for drawing a firearm during a robbery, emphasizing the importance of timing, a stable two-handed grip for accuracy, and understanding the 'FIBS' factor. The guide also includes essential post-engagement procedures like securing the scene and the TAPIF checklist for immediate actions.

This YouTube video's title, "Explaining Why 9mm is the WORST Choice for Civilian Self-Defense!", directly challenges a common caliber choice and promises an explanation. While the description primarily focuses on promoting merchandise, backup channels, and viewer support, the core of the content is clearly a critical evaluation of 9mm ammunition for self-defense purposes. This suggests a comparative analysis or an in-depth discussion that aims to persuade viewers away from 9mm, likely advocating for alternative calibers or firearms.

This video features a discussion between combatives expert Tony Blauer and tactics instructor John Lovell at SHOT Show 2017. They delve into teaching philosophies for self-defense, fighting, life, and the gun industry, infused with Blauer's characteristic humor. Blauer, the founder of the SPEAR system, a close-quarters self-defense method utilizing natural reflexes, shares his insights on training military, law enforcement, civilians, and celebrities in his influential approach. The description also highlights links to Blauer's website, the Warrior Poet Store, recommended gear, and support channels.

This guide details the operation and deployment of the Taser Pulse, a civilian-focused conducted electrical weapon. It covers arming the device, target acquisition using its integrated laser and flashlight, probe deployment, and the standard 30-second discharge cycle. The information is presented by Jeff from Taser International at SHOT Show 2017, highlighting its use for self-defense.

This video provides expert guidance from Instructor Mike on how an Illinois concealed carrier should comply with police during a traffic stop. It details maintaining officer safety, proper disclosure of a concealed firearm, and presenting identification and permits from a lanyard to avoid sudden movements. The instructor emphasizes proactive communication and adherence to safety protocols taught in his courses.

Instructor Mike, identified as a Firearms Instructor, provides expert guidance on secure firearm storage within a vehicle. He strongly advocates for carrying the firearm on your person as the most secure method, with shoulder holsters presented as a viable alternative. The video explicitly discourages several common but unsafe storage locations, including between seats, sun visors, door pockets, near the steering column, center consoles, and glove boxes, highlighting the risks associated with each.

This video from Instructor Mike critiques an off-duty officer's poor tactical choices while working a side job. Key takeaways include the dangers of wearing a hoodie that obstructs peripheral vision and the risks associated with using earbuds that diminish auditory awareness. Instructor Mike emphasizes the importance of maintaining situational awareness even when off-duty or in a secondary role.

This video demonstrates a traffic stop scenario involving Instructor Mike and a Chicago police officer. It highlights the importance of maintaining visible hands during an interaction and provides a practical example of how to communicate effectively with law enforcement. The officer issues a warning for a missing license plate, emphasizing the need for proper vehicle documentation.