I was watching an old Nick Nolte action movie called “Extreme Prejudice” when one of the characters insulted a bad guy for having “pearl grips” on his revolver. “Mother of Pearl” is one of those things that looks nice on a gun……
KOBK 113 – Krav Maga Secrets Revealed
February 3, 2021, by theselfdefenseco KOBK_113_Krav_Maga_Secrets_Revealed from Damian Ross on Vimeo. In this episode Kill or Be Killed Krav Maga Secrets Revealed we break down some of the webs most popular Krav Maga self defense techniques and tactics to see how they work and more…
Fairbairn’s Timetable of Death
March 2, 2020, by theselfdefenseco Published by theselfdefenseco Founder, The Self Defense Company View more posts
Fronting – The First Step in Self Defense
January 8, 2020, by theselfdefenseco “Fronting” is the dodge to get in close to you. The frontal assault, as opposed to the ambush. Fronting can be either a direct confrontation (intimidation) or it can make use of “artifice”, i.e. “got a…
KOBK 112 Social Media Attack on Self Defense
January 28, 2021, by theselfdefenseco KOBK_112_Social_Media_Attack_on_Self_Defense from Damian Ross on Vimeo. Politics are not the only item on the social media censorship hit list – over the last few years there has been a ban on products and content that promotes violence. It started…
DONN F DRAEGER: the guy Steven Seagal tried to be
This is the guy Steven Seagal tried to be. Donald Frederick Draeger was probably the most respected American martial artist in Japan and he is the MOST prolific martial arts author of all time. I know, I know…Bruce Lee wrote one book…
Self Defense for the Old and Broken
“I’m wondering if you have some advice for the old & broken. I suffer from severe spinal arthritis, and any kind of physical altercation would result in severe injury. In my neighborhood there have been unprovoked attacks against the elderly,…
EVERYONE LIES ABOUT TRAINING
“I train 4 hours a day, seven days a week, 100% full contact.” – Any martial artist. Having trained in division I athletics, and competing on the highest amateur levels I will tell you that extended, intensive training is NOT…
You Can Do Better
“If you want something other people don’t have you must be willing to do what other people won’t.” Every week I get messages from people with a litany of excuses as to why they can’t learn to defend themselves –…
KOBK 111 Knife Throwing for Self Defense
January 20, 2021, by theselfdefenseco Can you…should you throw a knife for self defense…is throwing away a perfectly good weapon at your attacker EVER a good idea? We break down some popular movie clips and even check out knife throwing self…
Would You Break the Law to Defend Yourself or Your Family?
I posted this question on Facebook (and took it down after my quick survey was complete) and the OVERWHELMING majority…let’s call it 100%, responded YES!….without hesitation and with great enthusiasm. By the way, a big THANK YOU to the good…
SELF DEFENSE TRAINING SYSTEM: Combatives Fast Course
“Get Mission Critical Self Defense Skills in Record Time with the Self Defense Training System COMBATIVES FAST COURSE.” Condensed Tactical Training For Close Combat Situations. In REAL Self Defense Situations… You won’t have time to think — you just have…
“I was attacked by two guys!”
Hi Damian, Your videos are amazing. Simple,but so efficient. I had an awful experience a few years ago. I was attacked by 2 guys. A big guy (about 2 meters high) was behind me and put his hands around me (“Bear hug”) so…
Jim Carrey’s School of Self Defense
Funny as this is…if you have been in the martial arts long enough, you have probably run into a similar “instructor, sensei, sifu, guru.” ENJOY!
Social Distancing – Perfect for Self Defense
April 2, 2020, by theselfdefenseco One of the FIRST THINGS you learn in The Self Defense Training System is how to take the position of advantage when approached by a potential threat. One key component of the POA is distance , you want…
KOBK 110 – Dim Mak (Death Touch)
January 15, 2021, by theselfdefenseco KOBK 110 Death Touch and a little Systema In this episode of the Kill or Be Killed Podcast we take a hard (and pretty funny) look into adults, who don’t believe in Santa Claus, but actually…
Self Defense Training after COVID-19
April 18, 2020, by theselfdefenseco What does martial arts and self defense training look like after COVID-19? Insights for teachers, students and school owners. A lot of work still needs to be done, and while we’re confident human ingenuity will prevail…
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How to Escape from Any Room
Before entering any room, always look for a second way out, because under stress most people will always escape the way they entered. But if you set in your mind that you will use an alternate exit if something goes…
RECENT PROMOTIONS AT THE SELF DEFENSE COMPANY OZARK MOUNTAINS
Congratulations to Kendrick, Kaiden, Jason and Matthew. Each of them earned their Purple belt in Ozark Mountains Kenpo in December of 2020. Join us now and earn your Blackbelt! We’ll be with you every step of the way!
The TRUTH about Self Defense
June 16, 2020, by theselfdefenseco The truth about self defense is that it’s not a sport or a style. It’s not complicated or convoluted, it’s an instinct in every living creature, even you. It’s our mission to help you unlock that…
Defend, Disarm and Defeat!
Discover How to Knock ANY Attacker Out…INSTANTLY… Self Defense System Has Thousands of Bleeding Hearts Screaming to Get It Banned… …AND THAT’S WHY WE’RE GIVING IT TO YOU FOR FREE… The FREE eBook is called Defend, Disarm and Defeat! —…
Kill or Be Killed Podcast #107
October 14, 2020, by theselfdefenseco Kill or be Killed Podcast with Damian Ross and the Inner Circle of cops, soldiers, first responders and instructors. A lot of years of the RIGHT experience. The Core Combat Webinar – Primary Combatives and the…
How to End the Fight BEFORE it Starts
September 5, 2020, by theselfdefenseco This is how you end the fight BEFORE the first punch is thrown. The Position of Advantage gives you the leverage to control momentum and balance before the proverbial “first punch” is ever thrown. The cool…
Killer Combatives Combo Number 1
September 5, 2020, by theselfdefenseco This is the first EVER combatives combination I ever learn (AWWW) and it set the foundation for ALL of my training and the SDTS. Besides the Core Combat Moves – the rhythm and the number of…
WHAT IF THEY KNOW THE SAME STYLE AS YOU?
October 12, 2020, by theselfdefenseco Believe it or not, this is a question we get a lot, so it’s no surprise we got this on the CORE COMBAT WEBINAR. The concern is this – you study a system of self defense and…
Legal Self Defense
October 5, 2020, by theselfdefenseco In this video from the CORE COMBAT WEBINAR a member asks “When is it OK for me to defend myself without getting in any legal trouble?” And the answer is “a lot sooner than you probably think.” As…
What Are Attachment Strikes?
October 12, 2020, by theselfdefenseco Attachment Strikes are when you hold or pin your target with a grab in order to immobilize him while striking him. This is another great question from the CORE COMBAT WEBINAR asking if the SDTS uses “attachment strikes”…
How to Practice Self Defense On Your Own?
October 12, 2020, by theselfdefenseco Another great question from the CORE COMBAT WEBINAR. Let’s start from the beginning…Self Defense isn’t a martial art or a sport – it’s a natural instinct that is designed to break the “predator – prey” scenario. Unlike…
Kill or Be Killed Podcast #108
November 10, 2020, by theselfdefenseco From the Cold Weather Training Webinar. To access the training webinar video visit > https://www.myselfdefensetraining.com/advanced-combatives-webinar-2/ Published by theselfdefenseco Founder, The Self Defense Company View more posts
The Fight Ender
September 5, 2020, by theselfdefenseco The rumor was that when they first started teaching the Chin Jab to troops in 1941 that some recruits were severely injured or killed in training because they didn’t know to exercise control. Now, I was…
The Most Underrated Self Defense Move is….
September 5, 2020, by theselfdefenseco The Edge of Hand There is a reason the edge of hand is the most common strike in all of hand to hand combat. Literally every fighting system on the planet has this technique in its…
How to Break a Grappler’s Balance
September 5, 2020, by theselfdefenseco Don’t grapple with a grappler – there is no reason to go down that path and try to match skill…even if you’re a seasoned grappler yourself. Tips: Maintain your balance Only “kick” when your balance allows…
Study Reveals Best Self Defense Program
December 14, 2020, by theselfdefenseco Over the last several years, Bernard McPherson, Phd. conducted a study on interpersonal violence on campus and how to implement an effective self defense training solution for students and this is what he discovered… Out of…
Pressure Points vs Target Areas
September 11, 2020, by theselfdefenseco Pressure Points are places on the body that cause pain and discomfort when pressed or struck. Target areas are places on the body that will cause a knock out, severe pain or death when struck or constricted…
The Over Inflated Ego of the “Trained” Martial Artist
September 9, 2020, by theselfdefenseco One criticism about SDTS Combatives is that it’s simple and would work against some one who is untrained. What does this mean, exactly? Does this pertain to the woman who takes muay thai or the serial rapist sociopath…
KOBK 109 Killing
January 6, 2021, by theselfdefenseco Killing…is a dirty word in the martial arts. We don’t “talk” about killing, yet we trade on the reputation of being “trained killers” – we practice techniques that we think are “lethal” and while we dedicate…
WORKOUT OF MASS DESTRUCTION: “THE ALI”
The Self Defense Company Work Out of Mass Destruction “The Ali” 10 Rounds 1 Minute Each with 1 Minute Rest in between. You can attempt 2-3 minute rounds if you dare…(with the same 1 minute rest…:) Round 1 (SDTS Module…
SELF DEFENSE ONLINE TRAINING: Something for Everyone
Self defense training is NOT about physical training or exercise. It is an ongoing education and involves mental training as well. The good thing about self-defense training is that you do not have to travel to a physical location to…
Successful vs Unsuccessful
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Reality Check!!
“Discover The Most Effective Defenses to the Nine Most Common Attacks.” Reality Check is an on demand video program that will show you EXACTLY how to protect yourself against the most common street attacks using this breakthrough combatives system. We’ve…
HOW TO GET TO THAT DARK PLACE
All criminals are willing to take that first step and use violence to get what they want regardless of the physical and mental damage it causes you. We’ve learned that fighting back actually decreases your chance of being injured and suffering…
You’re Doing it Wrong…
If you posted a video anything, (especially in martial art and self defense) – without FAIL a self proclaimed “expert” will emerge and point out some useless detail that has no bearing of the effectiveness of the technique. This is…
Self Defense Drill: Combat Knife
Today we’re going to show you how to really develop your knife skills and it’s not going to cost you a penny. In fact it’s even totally green since you’re going to be using your recycling! We will note that using MEAT…
IRON ELBOWS: How to Get Them
“Turn Your Elbows into IRON with this conditioning drill from SDTS Module 6 Body Conditioning.“ WARNING: Start slowly and STOP at the first sign of discoloration or skin damage.
SDTS Ground and Pound
“Once you get him down…KEEP HIM DOWN with the SDTS Ground and Pound Drill.” This drill is from the Self Defense Training System™ (SDTS). This will dramatically increase your power and aggression while giving you an excellent cardiovascular workout. For…
What’s The Best Self Defense Move?
What’s the one or two moves you should know? I get this question a lot and the answer isn’t what you think. First of all this question illustrates a huge problem in the world of self defense. You have been…
HOW TO TAKE DOWN A VIOLENT SUBJECT
Taking down a combative, and dangerous subject is NOT like it is in the movies. It takes teamwork, a little skill and guts. The following is from the Protector: CSI Program. We teach this method to law enforcement and security…
WEAPON RETENTION-ATTACKS FROM THE REAR
Sure – you go to the range, pop off a bunch of rounds and call it a day. Well, that’s good, but when it comes to using a firearm for self defense…you’re only getting started. Now if every attacker stood…
Surviving A Gunfight: Tips For Preparation & Problem-Solving
By Sheriff Jim Wilson, Shooting Illustrated You can engrave this in your brain–A gunfight is going to be what it’s going to be. It will probably come as a complete surprise. The attack will most likely come much faster than a person…
Why Traditional Self Defense Blocks Don’t Work
Millions upon millions of martial artists think they can use traditional blocks to defend against a punch, kick or any attack for that matter. But this little “bar trick” from the show Brain Games proves them all wrong. Action is…
Weapon Offensive Tactics: Knife and Club
First, let us show you exactly what NOT to do with a cane. Here is an “expert” on a news show demonstrating complicated and fancy moves on a compliant and submissive attacker. NEVER sacrifice style for substance….EVER. Moves like this are…
FEAR MUST BE TAUGHT TO THE FELON
In today’s world where the rights of the accused are given precedence over the loss to the victim, you cannot rely on the justice system to protect you. The legislative processes of our government at all levels have been infected…
SDTS vs. Assault Rifle, Shotgun and Other Long Guns
This is The Self Defense Training System (SDTS) Module 8 Weapons Defensive Tactics. This is for situations when your attacker is trying to move you or intimidate you with the weapon. For a limited time you can unlock this lesson…
WHO IS THE SELF DEFENSE COMPANY?
The Self Defense Company Mission. Our mission is to provide real and practical solutions for anyone who has the will to defend themselves and protect their loved ones against violence regardless of their age, size and physical ability. Who we…
10 Best Handguns For Home Defense (in 2019 and Beyond)
from Gun News Daily April 2018 If you’re looking for an effective home-defense weapon, handguns are one of the most popular choices. Why do so many people go with the handgun, especially when there are far more powerful guns available?…
How Being in Quarantine Can Change the World
You can start changing the world by changing yourself. We can help. Offering classes regular scheduled, small group, private and online: Kenpo Karate Israeli Tactical Combatives Self Defense Training System Personal Fitness Training Start your change now! CONTACT US TEXT…
The 10 Most Dangerous Mistakes Made by New Concealed Carriers
by Christina Vandivier August 9, 2017 When first-time gun owners finally get their concealed carry license, there are some avoidable mistakes made along the way. You have purchased your gun, you’ve taken your required courses, and you’re now on your…
KNOCKOUT AND CONCUSSION STATISTICS FOR VIOLENT ENCOUNTERS
Black Belt Magazine AUGUST 2011, Editor’s Note: Because it’s impossible to defend yourself when you’re unconscious, knockouts play a critical role in any fight, whether it takes place in the ring or on the street. In our September issue, we…
5 Tips for Safer Holiday Shopping
November 12, 2019, by theselfdefenseco During the holiday season there is a typical rise in crime. More people are out with intent to spend money which means they have both means (methods of payment) and value (gifts). This also means you…
6 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SELF DEFENSE–ADVICE FROM ONE OF THE GREATEST KICKBOXERS IN HISTORY
From BlackBelt Magazine APRIL, 2016, Being able to defend yourself isn’t just a matter of knowing which technique will stop an assailant in his tracks so you can get away. It’s also about being physically able to execute the move…
Cold Weather Self Defense
“How do you best defend yourself in Winter gear? Are strikes less effective wearing gloves and a big heavy coat? Any special considerations/recommendations?” – Eric This question brings up one of the THREE major factors everyone always over looks in self…
The Best Martial Art for Self Defense is….
People often ask me what martial art to practice to supplement their SDTS Combatives Training. I will say you don’t need this for self defense, but having 3 black belts and ranks in several other arts I understand the need to study,…
JOE LEWIS TAKES AIM AT THE MYTH OF THE STREET FIGHTER
Whenever access to facts is limited in such a way that people cannot investigate claims others make, myths arise. Of course, everyone in the martial arts already knows that. Lurking within the abyss of untested nonsense is the “street fighter.”…
KENPO LEGEND ED PARKER ON THE SECRETS OF SPEED
To understand karate techniques and how they function, you must have knowledge of physics. You must study the body and learn how the senses — through the principles of mass, speed, body alignment, angles, momentum, gravitational marriage, torque, focus, stability,…
YOUR LESS LETHAL WEAPON MATTERS MORE THAN YOU THINK
“MY KEMBATIVZ PROGRAM IS DRIVEN BY PRINCIPLES. WHY IS THAT IMPORTANT? BECAUSE TECHNIQUES ARE SUBJECT TO FAILURE, BUT PRINCIPLES AREN’T.IF YOU APPLY PROVEN PRINCIPLES CONSISTENTLY, YOU’RE FAR LESS LIKELY TO MAKE A MISTAKE OR FAIL.” BY KELLY MCCANN Our first…
What if he puts his hands up?
October 14, 2020, by theselfdefenseco What if He Puts His Hands Up? We get this question a lot – mainly because we’re training a lot on dummies and targets to develop REAL striking power and little regard for our target. Truth…
What to do when you and you’re family are attacked in the street.
October 14, 2020, by theselfdefenseco What do you do when your family is attacked in the street? Divide and conquer You could be on a date or worse – out with your family when all of the sudden you’re approached by…
Self Defense and the Law
What most people know about the law and self defense is based on urban legend, the movies and the media. Even the notion that you can only use deadly force (a firearm) when your attacker is armed is 100% FALSE. Most…
SELF DEFENSE TRAINING SYSTEM: Extreme Close Range Combination
“Create Space and Turn the Tables on your Attacker with this SDTS Combination!” This is from the Self Defense Training System Module 4. It’s not a matter of who’s right, only who’s left. If you’re serious about protecting yourself and your…
WHAT IS GREATNESS?
BY JACKSON RUDOLPH January 2020 saw the loss of two of the greatest figures in the competitive martial arts community. Steve “Nasty” Anderson, one of the greatest point fighters of all time, and Kevin Thompson, widely considered the greatest all-around…
WHY THEY HATE
I need to get something off my chest… I’ve been offering The Self Defense Training System online since 2002 and I’ve heard it all before… “You can’t learn from a video!” “Its a scam!” “You need an instructor!” “Self defense takes…
The Ten Cardinal Rules of Self Defense
Self Defense Rule #1: Your Attacker is Armed. Even though you may not see a weapon, that doesn’t mean one doesn’t exist. Martial arts train you to master separate techniques for weapon attacks and another set of techniques for unarmed…
BOOST YOUR SPEED AND CONSERVE ENERGY — BY KILLING STANCE!
BEFORE WE GET INTO THE SCIENTIFIC NITTY-GRITTY, LET’S DO A LITTLE EXPERIMENT. STAND UP RIGHT NOW AND DO 10 RAPID HINDU SQUATS. (FOR THOSE WHO DON’T KNOW, THIS IS A DEEP KNEE BEND THAT IS FAVORED IN THE GRAPPLING ARTS.)…
WEAPONIZE YOUR STRUCTURE
LIMB DESTRUCTIONS FROM THE FILIPINO MARTIAL ARTS BY TONY TORRE | PHOTOS COURTESY OF TONY TORRE Anyone who’s been around the martial arts long enough no doubt has heard a certain boxing maxim: Make him miss and make him pay.…
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Deadly “Concealed Carry” Myth (BUSTED!)
I just watched a tactical firearm training video that really made me shake my head in disbelief. I can’t believe that so many “expert” firearm instructors are still holding on to old, out-dated gunfighting techniques that could literally get you…
PRACTICING AVOIDANCE
ON THE STREET, CRIMINALS HAVE TO GET CLOSE TO YOU IN ORDER TO VICTIMIZE YOU. THEY KNOW THEY CAN’T REVEAL THEIR INTENTION TOO EARLY OR POTENTIAL VICTIMS WOULD VANISH. A WEAPON HAS TO BE READY TO USE AS THEY MOVE…
Progressive Pistol Training for Self-Defense
by Terry Nelson In today’s world, people are flocking to obtain their concealed carry license. Concerns over the changing political climate, the right of self-defense, and gun ownership are – at least in part – responsible for the drive towards…
History of Self Defense: Dermot “Pat” O’Neill
Self Defense Biography: Dermot Michael (Pat) O’Neill Dermot O’Neill was born in 1905 in County Cork, Ireland. As a teenager he traveled to China, and settled in Shanghai. In 1925, at the age of twenty he joined the Shanghai Municipal Police…
SELF DEFENSE TRAINING SYSTEM: Shock And Awe
“The Atomic Pimp Slap…They NEVER see it coming.” This powerful and brutal technique from the Self Defense Training System Module 2 requires very little training. The move that works is the one they NEVER see coming. This technique from SDTS Module 2 will…
History of Self Defense: W.E. Fairbairn and World War 2 and Defendu
People You Should Know: W.E. Fairbairn, The Father of Hand to Hand Combat William Ewart Fairbairn (/ˈfɛrbɛrn/; 28 February 1885 – 20 June 1960) was a British soldier and police officer. He developed hand-to-hand combat methods for the Shanghai Police during…
History of Self Defense Part 1: SDTS Combatives Lineage
The History of Reality Self Defense and Combatives. This 8 part posting will feature articles and literary references from the greatest reality self defense instructors that ever lived. It’s Important to understand where you come from and give credit where…
The Truth About Weapons for Self Defense
By Close Combat Legend Carl Cestari. This a driving philosophy behind the Self Defense Training System. This is Carl Cestari. If you don’t know him…you better. He is the Godfather of Modern Combatives. Carl walked on both sides of the…
SELF DEFENSE TRAINNG SYSTEM: Armbar Defense
“How to Defeat an Arm Bar in the Street.” This is from the Self Defense Training System Module 3 “Ground Fighting for Keeps”. It seems like every kid under 30 knows how to do an arm bar…and that’ OK because…
SELF DEFENSE TRAINING SYSTEM: Knife Training
“How to Correctly Train with a Knife.” Knife fighting isn’t flashy or complicated. It can’t be. This is from Self Defense Training System Module 8, “Weapons Offensive Tactics”. Unlock over 600 lessons and live, expert instruction for $1.
HOW THE MEDIA VICTIMIZES WOMEN
If you believe everything you read in the news, women fail to defend themselves against rape and sexual assault 99.5% of the time while in reality an overwhelming majority of women who resist are successful 87% of the time. This…
TOUGH IS AS TOUGH DOES
I remember the early days in the Karate class were you would stand in front of your partner, adjust your distance accordingly and wait for that little nod of the head to show they are ready, a split second later…
Innovation Through Method not Technique
“Simplicity, simplicity, simplicity! I say, let your affairs be as two or three, and not a hundred or a thousand instead of a million count half a dozen, and keep your accounts on your thumb-nail.” – Henry David Thoreau “Simplicity…
TRUE STORIES OF THE SELF DEFENSE TRAINING SYSTEM
True SDTS Success Stories of People Surviving Attacks using SDTS Combatives This true story comes from a female high school student of Self Defense Company Instructor Delmus Pinkston in Root, Switzerland. “This is a true story, a first hand experience of…
CAN YOU SAVE YOUR OWN LIFE?
Damian Ross I know we talk about self defense…but first and foremost… Do you have the basic skills to save your own bacon? For example… How far and how fast can you run if chased? If you had to escape…
Earn It, Then Burn it
by Kelly McCann NOVEMBER, 2019, So there’s this drink, and it tastes good. When you’re the one who made it, it tastes especially good. You want others to know how good it tastes, so you tell them. But you can’t…
The Self Defense Learning Model is Broken…We Just Fixed It!
Self defense isn’t a martial art, it’s not a style – it’s an instinct. A life skill that you need to adapt to your current physical abilities. Do you really think what you learned in boot camp over 30 years ago…
SELF DEFENSE COMPANY REVIEWS
Hear what people just like you are saying about the incredible power of the Self Defense Training System! “We featured Damian and the SDTS on our world famous TV show “Penn and Teller’s Bullsh!t”. We tried to prove he was…
