ASP Compilation: My Favorite Defensive Firearm Uses of 2022

This analysis from Active Self Protection, hosted by John Correia, breaks down a real-world self-defense incident where a clerk successfully defended against armed robbers. It highlights critical lessons on everyday carry, purposeful compliance, identifying 'go signals,' the importance of sighted fire over point shooting, and the consequences of staging firearms. The video emphasizes learning from mistakes to improve personal defensive strategies.

This entry analyzes a security breach at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, focusing on a passenger's intervention. Expert analysis from John Correia of Active Self Protection details the tactical grappling techniques used, emphasizing the importance of control and positional advantage. The content also highlights the limitations of TSA security personnel and the inherent risks private citizens face when intervening in such incidents.

This video, analyzed by John Correia of Active Self Protection, demonstrates a defensive scenario where a civilian draws their concealed handgun in response to nearby gunfire. The analysis emphasizes maintaining situational awareness, proper tactical positioning ('rear guard'), muzzle discipline during retreat, and the importance of consistent firearm carry. Correia highlights the defender's effective decision to break contact and retreat to safety.

This analysis from Active Self Protection breaks down a home invasion shootout in Dearborn Heights, Michigan. Host John Correia, drawing on principles like those of Jeff Cooper, dissects the incident, highlighting critical lessons in defensive tactics, firearm proficiency, and medical preparedness. The video emphasizes that effective self-defense requires more than just owning a firearm; it demands rigorous training and a comprehensive approach to security.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring hosts John Correia and Mike Willever, analyzes a critical incident where a Pinal County Sheriff's Deputy confronted a man armed with a machete. The expert analysis highlights the deputy's effective threat assessment, use of a weapon-mounted light, and decisive action in neutralizing the imminent threat. It underscores the volatility of domestic calls and the importance of rapid threat recognition in rural policing environments.

This guide, based on analysis from John Correia of Active Self Protection, details how to identify opportunities for a counter-ambush during a violent encounter. It emphasizes understanding threat indicators, assessing personal readiness through timed drills, and making critical decisions based on risk analysis. The content highlights the importance of proactive self-defense over passive compliance.

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.