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Read more about the article Confidence as A Deterrent

Confidence as A Deterrent

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:May 6, 2025
  • Post category:Blog

What do you think the chances are that Clint Eastwood would ever be mugged, even if he wasn't a Hollywood celebrity? There is a certain energy and attitude that he…

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Read more about the article Mental Is To Physical As Four Is To One

Mental Is To Physical As Four Is To One

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:April 29, 2025
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On my 50th birthday, I embarked on a journey that would test not only my physical endurance but also my mental fortitude. I decided to spar 50 two-minute kickboxing rounds…

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Read more about the article Violence Has a Beginning, Middle & End

Violence Has a Beginning, Middle & End

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:April 22, 2025
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In the realm of self-defense, precision and mindfulness are paramount. Just as an actor must meticulously break down their actions on stage to deliver a believable performance, so too must…

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Read more about the article Navigating Othering Through Self-Defense

Navigating Othering Through Self-Defense

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:March 31, 2025
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In today's world, the concept of "othering" has become a significant societal issue, often leading to division and conflict. Othering refers to the process of perceiving or portraying someone as…

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Read more about the article Cool Will Get You Killed

Cool Will Get You Killed

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:March 6, 2025
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Occam's Razor: “The best solution is the easiest one.” Sun Tsu: “The greatest victory is won with the least battle.” I was giving a class to a bunch of self…

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Read more about the article Should I Stay or Should I Go?

Should I Stay or Should I Go?

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:February 14, 2025
  • Post category:Blog

As a Krav Maga instructor, I have seen countless videos on social media where my peers demonstrate their superior techniques in classroom and workshop settings. What I find most interesting,…

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Read more about the article Learning Principles vs. Rote Techniques

Learning Principles vs. Rote Techniques

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:January 30, 2025
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https://youtube.com/shorts/yjqwt27eseU?si=yH66WQaEJIzGoKBE As you can see from the above clip, Jim Carrey demonstrates perfectly why the martial arts community is sometimes the butt of many a joke. Countless self defense systems…

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Read more about the article Krav Maga is Accessible

Krav Maga is Accessible

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:January 20, 2025
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I was recently on the phone with a potential client, who was inquiring about Krav Maga training at my school. They expressed concerns about their physical ability to study the…

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Read more about the article Mental is to Physical As Four is to One

Mental is to Physical As Four is to One

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:December 29, 2024
  • Post category:Blog

As each of us closes out 2024, I am sure we will all take time to reflect on the many challenges we encountered throughout the year. Some we overcame easily,…

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Read more about the article The Art of Fighting Without Fighting 

The Art of Fighting Without Fighting 

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:December 12, 2024
  • Post category:Blog

https://youtu.be/DZZ9EV-8AgQ?si=uK-Sz4Vmfi0TR4SZ In any potentially violent encounter, it is important to remember that there are steps we can take before needing to go hands on. Avoidance and evasion are the first…

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