THIS Is Why You DON'T Chase Threats | Active Self Protection

This video from Active Self Protection emphasizes the critical need for realistic skill assessment before engaging in a gunfight. Instructor John Correa highlights that having the attitude to intervene is insufficient without the technical proficiency to back it up, especially at distances. The discussion covers the importance of identifying 'go signals,' understanding the risks of engaging at range, and the necessity of proper training under pressure. It also touches on situational awareness and behavioral profiling as defensive tools.

This video emphasizes the critical importance of a fast and efficient draw to first shot time in defensive encounters, highlighting a 1.5-second standard as a professional benchmark. It stresses that while many factors contribute to self-defense, speed from the holster is paramount when an attack occurs. The analysis uses a real-world incident to demonstrate how a rapid draw can provide a critical advantage, while also cautioning against point shooting and underscoring the necessity of accurate hits.

This combat shooting drill, 'Standing, Kneeling, Prone,' emphasizes transitioning between shooting positions while maintaining situational awareness. It requires 10 rounds to engage a target at 50 meters, with two shots fired from standing, two from kneeling, two from prone, two from kneeling again, and a final two from standing. The drill highlights the importance of scanning for threats after engaging targets and before standing up, simulating battlefield conditions where threats can emerge from any direction.

This video highlights a common mistake among gun owners: purchasing firearms for self-defense without ever practicing with them. It emphasizes the critical need for regular range time to maintain proficiency, understand firearm operation, and ensure readiness. The speaker, a firearms instructor, stresses that a firearm is a tool that requires practice to be effective, especially in high-stress situations.

This video provides a comparative analysis of concealed carry draw speeds from appendix, 3 o'clock, and 4 o'clock positions. Instructors Daniel Richardson, Jason, and Eliza conduct timed drills, highlighting the efficiency and potential speed advantages of appendix carry while acknowledging the practicalities and limitations of other methods. The content emphasizes understanding personal baseline draw times and training for real-world scenarios.

This combat shooting drill, 'Standing Kneeling Prone,' requires 10 rounds to complete. It emphasizes rapid transitions between shooting positions (standing, kneeling, prone) while maintaining situational awareness. The drill involves engaging a target at 50 meters, with specific round counts for each position, and crucially includes checks for threats behind the shooter before resuming engagement. The goal is to improve speed, accuracy in the high A-zone, and mental readiness for dynamic combat environments.

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.