Are You Leaving Out This Important Factor in Your Self Defense or Defensive Tactics Training?

Are You Leaving Out This Important Factor in Your Self Defense or Defensive Tactics Training?
Muscle Contraction and Limb Retraction and Defensive Tactics for Street Survival Self Defense

One of the more frequently made errors in DEFENSIVE TACTICS instruction for law enforcement (Police, Security, Corrections), Military and other SELF DEFENSE instruction is neglecting the retraction factor.  It leaves many officers wondering why their slick move they learned at the Academy didn't work.

The retraction factor is the bodies natural response that occurs when adapting to a perceived challenge in a fighting situation.  For example, if an officer attempts to apply an arm bar or similar lock, the natural reaction for the body is to tense up, resist and often pull the other way.  Try to grab the fingers, and they ball up in a fist and yank away.  Try to grab a knife weilding hand and they yank it back.  The body usually returns to center, or condenses itself when adapting and defending.  The muscles contract, stiffen and reinforce the limb and make it more difficult to articulate and manipulate.

Advanced martial artists and more skilled individuals count on this as part of their application of the tactic and gain a strategic advantage by persuading the individual to go in the direction they want.    They might for example push to get the subject to pull themselves into the technique the officer wants. 

In order to apply this tactic, it takes training with various types of bodies under stress and with dynamic adaptation (resistance and adaptation) in training.  It comes only with experience and lots of practice in training.  It becomes even more important if there is a disparity of size, structure or strength of the officer and subject. 

When fighting for your life, an officer's skills need to be highly adaptable.  In the military, the fighting principle is "combat flexibility".  The ability to adapt to the situation, terrain, conditions, and context of the enemy is critical to formulate an effective winning strategy.  This is why it is so critical to use scenario based training with resistance, adaptation and allowing subjects to counter the officer.  It forces the officer to problem solve and integrate and account for these reactions into the tactics of their training. 

Train smart, train strong and stay safe.


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Will You Be Able To Perform Under Stress When It Most Counts and Your Life Is On The Line?

Bodyguards, Police, Security and Protective Agents - A Nagging Question
Every LEO Police, Guard or Close Protection Agent (bodyguard) needs to have confidence in his or her ability to get the job done and go home safe to one's family.  When push comes to shove, do you really have what it takes do avoid injury and liability?

Learn The Truth About Your Real Abilities

This blog article is not designed to disparage any training method you have had, rather it is to encourage operators to ask honest questions that get to the truth and purpose of their training.  It could be a starting point that eventually saves your life, or that of another person.

Are you learning proven, effective techniques and strategies that are best for you?  

A scientific method or process is considered fundamental to the scientific investigation and acquisition of new knowledge based upon physical evidence. Scientists use observations, hypotheses and deductions to propose explanations for natural phenomena in the form of theories. Predictions from these theories are tested by experiment. If a prediction turns out to be correct, the theory survives. Any theory which is cogent enough to make predictions can then be tested reproducibly in this way. The method is commonly taken as the underlying logic of scientific practice. A scientific method is essentially an extremely cautious means of building a supportable, evidence-based understanding of our natural world.

The basis of all of my firms training is efficacy.  

That is, it doesn't matter what big name teacher you had, what "undefeatable" system you learned or if you tow the blue line with the minimum Academy training.  It doesn't matter how cool your gear looks, what muscles you have built or that you "can float like a butterfly and sting like a bee." Knowledge is never to be confused with ability.

Just because you know something doesn't mean you can use it.  

Knowledge without ability to implement is nothing more than persuasive conversation and interesting trivia.  YOUR ability is the factor that matters most.  When push comes to shove, can you deliver when needed? Can your partners and buddies depend on you?  Can you depend on your ability to execute good judgement and skills and bring to bear the necessary attributes to survive or properly manage a violent encounter?

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So how do you know if you can actually perform in the 4-6 most critical seconds of your life?

One of the best methods we've found is through continual testing.  This reveals one's ability to think under stress, assess situations, and match skills and a strategy to the problems.  Some of the most important elements in our training include Adrenal Stress Conditioning, Stress Inoculation Training, Situational Strategy Selection in Scenario Based Training.  Although simulating combat is never the same as actual combat, we've found it to be the best way to safely training and quickly improve an individuals skills and abilities.  

You'll find this is a consistent training pursuit among elite units such as SWAT, Special Forces and other Special Operations units.  Why?  It provides quick and accurate feedback for adjustment.  It eliminates a lot of guesswork and the human emotions and opinions that often cloud feedback.  

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Experiential education trumps all others.  The idea is to immerse the individual in the situation so that they have real time problems to solve.  Then, using after action reviews (acrostic AAR in military jargon) the individual is given the opportunity to critique themselves before the instructors do and build on the experience.  The instructors can then provide solutions and suggestions for the individual to try on the next round and immediately implement the corrections.  It is not only highly effective, but highly rewarding because it builds confidence through competence.

If you would like to test your skills or sharpen your abilities I invite you to visit http://ScottsdaleExecutiveSecurity.com for some internet training specials and upcoming course dates.  Mission specific and force specific training solutions are developed on a case-by-case basis.  

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John Nottingham works under contract with HELIX Tactical , Arizona Security Professionals and other agencies to provide cutting-edge training and testing for "Protectors", ie Military, Law Enforcement, Security and Corrections.  He is the owner of Nottingham Sword & Shield Security tactical training and executive protection firm based in Scottsdale/Phoenix Arizona USA. http://scottsdaleexecutivesecurity.com

MMA Legend Dan "The Beast" Severn Teaches Arizona Police Defensive Tactics

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MMA Legend Dan “The Beast” Severn

Teaches Arizona Police Defensive Tactics

 

PHOENIX, Arizona (September 01, 2010) – NTS Tactical (Nottingham Sword & Shield Security) and USA Martial Arts honor local law enforcement, military and first responders by offering free defensive tactics training by UFC Hall of Famer and ASU wrestling legend, Dan Severn. 

The training will be available from 6:30-8:30pm on Wednesday September 1, 2010 at the grand opening of the newest location of NTS Tactical at Tatum and Greenway roads in North Phoenix.   The event will include a tribute to local law enforcement, military and first responders as part of the festivities.

“It is time that we demonstrate our appreciation to those who serve our country and community.  We are honored to have true MMA Legend and Competitor, Dan Severn, to be a technical advisor, subject matter expert and instructor,” said John Nottingham, owner of NTS Tactical Nottingham Sword & Shield Security.  “We have to face it, MMA is the fastest growing sport in the world and effects the way people are resisting officers.  Dan provides the experience, leadership and skill set to help guide this integration of proven and highly efficient skills into defensive tactics for officer survival and the humane handling of suspects.  It is designed to counter the bad guys’ MMA skills.  It is also a tremendous confidence builder for officers to learn and stay healthy.”

Dan Severn, still active as a fighter, has over 95 state, national, and international wrestling titles under his belt.  He has captured the attention of fight and wrestling fans all over the world since his 1994 debut in the Ultimate Fighting Championships [UFC]. Dan is known as "The Beast", a name given to him by Jim Brown during one of his many fights in the UFC.  The Beast's world class wrestling skill, commitment, and desire have provided the foundation for his success.

The native of Coldwater, Michigan, Dan is the only Triple Crown UFC champion in the sport today.  He began his career in the fight game as a Greco-Roman and freestyle wrestler in High School and continued as a collegiate wrestler at Arizona State University.  Dan captured many local titles and several national and world titles, setting eight national records in his early career. He was inducted into Arizona State University's Wrestling Hall of Fame at the end of his prestigious collegiate career.

After college, Dan continued on a quest to be the best amateur wrestler in the world. Numerous competitions from 1982 to 1994 took him to Japan, Hungary, Cuba, France, and Turkey. On each trip, Severn captured another title. Dan also secured 13 National AAU wrestling championships during those years. The Beast also tried his hand at coaching wrestling at ASU and Michigan State University as he continued to compete.  He accepted all challengers in any no holds barred, or professional wrestling events. On May 17, 1996, Dan was crowned the UFC Superfight Champion in his home state of Michigan. He defeated "The World's Most Dangerous Man", Ken Shamrock to regain the title.  In 1999, Dan reached a milestone by competing in his 4000th match.

In addition to his wresting career, Dan also holds Black Belts in the sports of Sombo, Judo, and JiuJitsu.   He is a UFC Champion and has been inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame.  Dan has also appeared on 48 Hours, 20/20, The Gordon Elliot Show, Nash Bridges, and many commercials.

John Nottingham, Director of Training at NTS Tactical and President of USA Martial Arts says, “This is a great example of how NTS Tactical integrates multiple disciplines to provide the best solutions for our customers.  Our expertise in tactical training, real life simulation and education made us the right choice for Arizona’s training programs.  The grand opening event will introduce many locals to our services."

NTS TACTICAL is a mobile and on site training company specializing in training military, law enforcement and first responders in protective fields.  Providing risk management, officer development, firearms training, defensive tactics solutions and more; NTS Tactical also provides customized training systems to provide today’s Police and Security with the capability to conduct realistic, high intensity training exercises and mission rehearsals designed for officer development and safety.

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It's official.

I've accepted a position and contract with a new company.  They tasked me with helping develop a tactical training firm for military, law enforcement, security and first responders.  The State of Arizona also now recognizes me as a licensed Private Investigator.  My students and staff were excited at my comment that I'll now be seeking the red Ferrari and growing a Tom Seleck stash.

My initial focus will be to clearly define goals, objectives, direction and how to best serve our target audience.  From there, we will collaborate on how best to develop training programs that meet and exceed expectations for training experiences.

Off to shop Ferarris.  Stay strong. Stay safe.

  

Dan "The Beast" Severn to teach Illinois Police and Security

UFC Champion and wrestling legend Dan Severn will conduct Modern MMA "The Dangerzone: Defensive Tactics" (DT) training for law enforcement including Police, Military, Security and those in protective services for two days in Antioch Illinois.

According to co-host and DT Instructor John Nottingham, "The objective is to familiarize law enforcement with the increasingly popular techniques that suspects may be using. It is imperative for officer survival and to offer effective arrest and control options that are functional even under stress. Protectors like security and law enforcement's training and tactics need to evolve as criminal tactics do. "

The Police training event is underwritten by Nottingham Sword & Shield Security and hosted at VanPatten's USA Martial Arts of Antioch and provided free to officers and security professionals.

Nottingham continues, "I come from a military, martial arts and bodyguard background. We believe that more training means more options; in particular, not having to use lethal force like the firearm. That's specifically why our training is infused with bodyguard diffusion and escort techniques for resistive suspects, stress and fear management, confidence building and stress inoculation. Proper use of force is taught at every level to avoid costly liability to the department and ultimately, taxpayers. Ultimately, our goal is to equip officers to be able to go home safe to their families."

MMA, or MIXED MARTIAL ARTS like featured on popular Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) seminars will be open to the public for beginners to experienced individuals to learn directly from the UFC Champion. Dan is one of the few inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame with the likes of Randy Couture, Royce Gracie, Ken Shamrock, Mark Coleman, and Chuck Liddell. Others may recognize him from his distinguished wrestling background including being an alternate to the Olympic Wrestling Team and a WWE Superstar. Contact USA Martial Arts for MMA seminar pricing.

For more information contact:
Local event coordinator: Officer Eric Gugel, Lindenhurst Police Department
Event host: Master Brian Van Patten, USA Martial Arts Antioch Illinois
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When: March 9th and 10th. Call for specific seminar times. MMA and DT seminars will be held in the evening on both days.
Where: USA Martial Arts Antioch Illinois across from Super Wal Mart
USA Martial Arts Academy of Antioch Illinois
22221 W IL Rte 173, Antioch IL 60002
Tel.: 1-847-838-0605
E-mail: antiochil@usamartialartsacademy.com
Ask for: Brian Van Patten/Dan Skrzypek
Hosts/Instructors: John Nottingham, Brian Van Patten, Dan Severn, Eric Gugel
Sponsors: USA MARTIAL ARTS in cooperation with NOTTINGHAM SWORD & SHIELD SECURITY
Special Bonus: Register now and get an autograph and photo session with UFC Champion Dan “The Beast” Severn included FREE.
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