Tactical & Self-Defense

It is the last day of work before you plan to leave for the holiday. You are walking to your car in the basement area, and it is pitch black. You stand next to your car, pull out your car keys and try to maneuver the key into the hole. Suddenly you spot a movement in the corner of your eye. You look to your left and see a dark figure standing next to you. You can only make … [Read more...] about How To Use A Tactical Flashlight: Self-Defense Tips And Training

Have you ever wondered if there is a no-bullshit system that works in self-defense? What I have found was that most martial art styles are good at fighting in competitions such as boxing and MMA (Mixed Martial Arts). Most of these styles can teach you how to defend yourself in a bar fight if you are facing one opponent. Here is the problem. Most of these styles will … [Read more...] about Krav Maga 101: It’s History, Grading System And Techniques

There is just something about the AK-47 that will draw you in. I do not know if it is the look of the weapon or all of the legendary stories that you might have heard. The Russians are not known for their style or aesthetic when it comes to firearms, but they sure know how to create something that will do the job. The name of the AK-47 comes from Avtomat Kalashnikova … [Read more...] about The AK-47: The Rifle That Took The World By Storm

So you finally decided to look into defending yourself with pepper spray. It is one of the best nonlethal ways to protect yourself against most attackers. What I love about pepper spray is that it is not lethal. The reason for this is that you do not have to wait for a situation which justifies deadly force. The problem with firearms is that you need to be a situation … [Read more...] about Pepper Spray Uses, Effects And Making Your Own

So you live in Chicago and you are interested in Krav Maga. It looks like you have already done your research on which martial arts is the best when it comes to self-defense because you have made a good choice. The only problem is that there are only 4 Krav Maga "studios" in Chicago that I know of and it was really hard to know which one is the best. Before I delve into … [Read more...] about Krav Maga In Chicago? The Top 4 Schools In Chicago