Criminals Do Not Think Like You Do

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes a critical incident where bystanders and law enforcement intervened to stop a wanted murderer. Featuring insights from John Correia and Mike Willever, the analysis covers the suspect's actions, a crucial bystander intervention, and the subsequent police engagement. It highlights gear like the SCCY CPX-2 and Black Arch Protos-M holster, offering tactical lessons on situational awareness and use of force.

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes a real-world incident in Spanaway, Washington, where a neighborhood party escalated into a shooting. Instructors John Correia and Neil Weidner break down the event, emphasizing tactical principles like 'action beats reaction' and the importance of 'Boarding House Rules' in self-defense scenarios. They also highlight the critical need for immediate medical response and preparedness.

This entry analyzes a critical self-defense incident from Nova Cruz, Brazil, where a civilian disarmed a police officer and used his own firearm against him. The analysis, presented by John Correia of Active Self Protection, highlights critical mistakes in situational awareness, concealment, and the potential dangers of mixing firearms with alcohol. It emphasizes the importance of constant vigilance and proper firearm carriage to prevent such dire outcomes.

This video analyzes a carjacking incident where the victim successfully defended himself by firing from within his vehicle. Instructor John Correia, an expert in self-defense video analysis, emphasizes the importance of firearm readiness, high-capacity magazines, and practicing defensive techniques like drawing from a vehicle. The analysis also covers target prioritization and post-engagement protocols.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring John Correia and Stephannie Weidner, analyzes a 'bank jugging' incident. It highlights the critical importance of situational awareness, especially after withdrawing large sums of cash, and discusses tactical responses to armed confrontations, emphasizing the concept of buying time and options.

This guide details a counter-ambush technique demonstrated by John Correia of Active Self Protection. It covers situational awareness in transitional spaces, effective firearm drawing based on carry position and threat orientation, utilizing cover, engaging threats at realistic distances (10-20 yards), and the importance of firearm capacity when facing multiple assailants. The analysis emphasizes evidence-based defensive training principles.

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.