Raw FIGHTS from our ‘EDC Combatives Course’ (based on principles of SOCP)

This guide details a step-by-step method for escaping a rear headlock, as demonstrated by John Lovell and Yashka Drago from Warrior Poet Society. It emphasizes establishing a base, securing an underhook, and using hip leverage to gain control. The instruction comes from experienced combatives experts, including a former Ranger and Special Forces soldier.

This guide, based on insights from former Ranger John Lovell, addresses the common issue of shooters aiming low under extreme stress. It explains the psychological reasons behind this tendency, often linked to fear and the desire for an unobstructed view of the threat, and emphasizes the critical role of force-on-force training to overcome these natural instincts and maintain accurate aiming.

This video details a force-on-force training exercise simulating a carjacking, featuring expert instruction from Greg Lapin and Ryan Gresham. It highlights the use of Simunition for realistic self-defense drills, emphasizing situational awareness, tactical movement, and effective firearm deployment under stress. The session covers practical techniques for both armed and unarmed defense scenarios.

This episode features a combat veteran participating in a high-intensity force-on-force home invasion scenario using Simunition. Expert instructors Ryan Gresham and Greg Lapin provide detailed tactical debriefs, emphasizing crucial self-defense techniques like defensive door tactics, decisive action, and the dangers of pursuing threats. The episode also includes gear reviews of the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 38, Ruger LCRx, Springfield Armory EMP 4-inch, and Elite Survival Systems holster.

This video details a force-on-force training exercise using Simunition marking cartridges, led by professional firearms instructor Chris Cerino. It highlights critical self-defense concepts such as situational awareness, auditory exclusion, tunnel vision, and the importance of 'soft focus' when dealing with multiple threats. The training emphasizes learning from mistakes, like mistakenly engaging another permit holder, and the benefits of tools like laser sights in high-stress scenarios.

This video details a critical self-defense technique: drawing a concealed firearm from an ankle holster during a high-stress robbery scenario. Instructor Chris Cerino, a recognized firearms expert, guides a participant through the process, emphasizing situational awareness, proper drawing mechanics, and the importance of practice. The training highlights how effective technique can dramatically alter the outcome of a dangerous encounter.

This video from Warrior Poet Society, featuring John Lovell, humorously debunks the myth of Glocks being made of porcelain and undetectable by metal detectors. It references the fictional Glock 7 from Die Hard 2, clarifying that real Glocks are not made of ceramic and are standard firearms. Lovell's high authority as a professional firearms instructor is evident in his clear explanation and proper handling.

This guide outlines a method for introducing new, potentially apprehensive individuals to firearms, as demonstrated by John Lovell. It emphasizes a controlled, safe, and positive first experience, starting with small calibers and instructor-led handling, before progressing to larger platforms. The approach prioritizes building confidence and dispelling fear through expert guidance and adherence to strict safety protocols.

This video from Warrior Poet Society, featuring John Lovell, humorously illustrates that while a shooter might achieve accuracy from an unstable stance, true shooting proficiency requires a stable base for balance and recoil management. Lovell, a former Army Ranger, emphasizes that a proper stance is fundamental, not just for accuracy but for overall control and readiness. The demonstration shows how instability leads to a loss of balance after firing, highlighting the practical importance of a solid stance.

John Lovell, a professional tactical instructor, demonstrates the correct way to utilize a vertical foregrip on an AR-15. He advises against a 'gangster' grip, instead promoting a technique where the foregrip is used as a hand stop to pull the rifle into the shoulder for better recoil control. The guide also covers using the foregrip to brace against obstacles for increased shooting platform stability.