One personal observation I can't help but make is how many of my Krav Maga brethren have taken to social media or YouTube to showcase their self-defense prowess—while blindfolded. Don’t…

Back some years ago, my daughter was attending college classes abroad in Europe. One evening, after attending a function, she began her walk back to her dorm. That's when the…

I once experienced a situation that highlights the critical importance of personal safety training for young adults, particularly those heading off to college. A mother brought her 17-year-old daughter to…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…