Using A Firearm Properly Requires Not Just Attitude, But Skills And A Plan

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 analysis breaks down a critical self-defense incident where a clerk successfully defended against armed robbers using an AK-style rifle. It highlights the tactical decisions made, the effectiveness of rifle rounds, and crucial lessons learned regarding firearm staging versus on-body carry. The insights are presented with an authoritative tone, drawing from expert analysis of the event.

This video analyzes a robbery incident in Sao Paulo, Brazil, where a perpetrator was quickly neutralized by American consulate security. It highlights the importance of situational awareness, recognizing danger zones, and the effectiveness of trained security forces. The analysis also touches on the challenges of distance shooting for law enforcement and civilians, and emphasizes the value of compliance in certain self-defense scenarios.

This analysis, led by firearms instructor Will Workman, breaks down the critical tactical lessons from the Minnesota ICE shooting. It emphasizes that while legal rights exist, physically interfering with law enforcement, particularly when armed, is a tactically unsound decision that drastically increases the risk of a fatal outcome. The guide stresses the importance of avoiding physical confrontations and prioritizing de-escalation during encounters with law enforcement.

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes a self-defense incident where a legally armed citizen, 'Tubbs,' successfully deterred an attacker with a defensive display of his firearm. Instructor John Correia breaks down the situation, emphasizing situational awareness, threat assessment, and the legal justifications for drawing a weapon. The analysis highlights the importance of pre-planning and understanding the risks involved in intervening in conflicts.

This guide, drawing on expert instruction from GBRS Group, emphasizes the critical importance of mastering both hammer and reverse knife grips for tactical and self-defense applications. It details how the placement of the blade and the drawing hand influence grip orientation and stresses the need for proficiency with both to adapt to dynamic situations. The instruction highlights that versatility in grip allows for effective tool access and manipulation regardless of the circumstances.

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.