Your First Shot Is Your Best Shot

This entry analyzes a critical incident where a man answered his door with a firearm, leading to a near-fatal encounter with law enforcement. Experts John Correia and Mike Willever from Active Self Protection provide a detailed breakdown of the bodycam footage, emphasizing the extreme danger of answering the door armed. The analysis covers officer reaction, suspect actions, and the legal implications of using a privately manufactured firearm (PMF) in California.

This video addresses a customer's concern that mounting a flashlight on a firearm is bad advice. The shop owner demonstrates how a high-lumen weapon-mounted light can disorient a threat, effectively negating the argument that it gives away the shooter's position. The demonstration highlights the tactical advantage of using a WML for target identification and disorientation.

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.