Their three pillars approach on mindset, skills, and tools is common ground that is covered in a lot of training. Personally, I believe nothing can replace real, live training for introducing and homing mindset concepts, sharpening skills, and understanding the limitations of your tools. But I’d imagine these DVDs would be better than nothing. Again, as a primer it might get you thinking about areas to focus on as you look to add live training (either by instruction or practice) to the mix.
Don’t know if I gave you what you were looking for, Kyle. Curious as to how you came across them and your reason for asking. There are a lot of incredible trainers I have trained with that I could recommend (again, never heard of these guys).
The course consists of ten CDs that go into far more detail and data about protecting yourself and your family than you could ever imagine.
With two exceptions, each disc is two-three hours long. One is :47 but another is almost four hours in length. As a result, watching all ten videos takes over 25 hours!
Yet it's worth it in spades!
The course is broken up into three main parts, each of which has at least two discs and multiple chapters.
The first part is about how to build a foundation, how your body reacts when faced with a threat, myths about concealed carry and handguns, and developing a Warrior mindset.
The second part is focused on training and includes the types of criminals you might face, drawing and putting a shot on target within two seconds, how to avoid a gunfight, and finishing the fight.
The third section covers gear, including how to choose a handgun, your best carry position, ammo, flashlights, lasers, etc.
Then there's a video on The 14 Laws of Self-Defense (I don't mean 'legal' stuff, but rather things you need to know and ingrain into your body and mind).
There's a video called "3 Seconds From Now" that walks you through actual camera videos of seven different cases where a firearm was needed to stop a threat. Each case is critiqued at length and even though this video lasts almost four hours, it was my favorite one of all. It was like one of those really good books you just can't put down.
The last video is "Handgun Skill Development: Accuracy and Proficiency" which will undoubtedly improve your ability to shoot better and thus survive an attack, regardless of how proficient you think you are.
The entire program cost $127 and it's worth every penny of it.
Yes, they both involve firearms, but other than that, they are different disciplines. ,
The video with the seven videos of actual self-defense incidents includes several involving experienced and trained police officers who made critical and even fatal mistakes.
First rule of self defense should be prevention. Aware of surroundings, dealing with difficult people, how to remove oneself from potential situations etc. I bet you know that already.
I know the wannabe bad boys listing their veiled qualifications will laugh, but on any given day there is always someone faster, tougher etc. I assume I am last on that list, my aim is to prevent me from being dead last. Both puns intended.
I have taken some live classes for the reasons others mentioned above, so yes I think more is better. Thanks for letting us know you found this one a good investment of ones time.
Tell us the circumstances.
Exactly. Avoid a gunfight wherever possible!
The video with the seven real-life shootouts asks that question in all seven cases. In three - four of those, the good guy engaged when he/she probably shouldn't have, or engaged at the wrong time, and in two of them, the good guy died.
And pray that you never have to use your weapon!
Best of luck!
Scar
Jeeze!
Sorry, didn't mean to imply that, definitely wasn't my intension. I haven't viewed the set you are talking about, so I can't comment on it, but I have seen some really good training videos and I think anytime we further our training or education it's a good thing.
Do you find the material informational and practical? If so, than it is probably a good resource.
I know a lot of people don't have access to that type of training without some extensive travel. I have two places within 15-20 minutes of my house.
As far as the insurance, it is definitely worth looking into.
God Bless, and Best of Luck!
Scar
No worries! I wasn't directing that at you.
"Do you find the material informational and practical? If so, than it is probably a good resource."
Absolutely!
There was a lot of information and education that was first rate.
There was also a lot of stuff most folks believe that is incorrect.
HH hit on one those when he noted how ineffective handguns can be.
Another great point is that most people shoot at a range where you:
1. Are not allowed to stray out of your lane. Yet a primary rule in gunfighting is to always be either moving, reloading, or both.
2. Are not allowed to practice drawing your pistol and shooting very quickly.
3. Are not allowed to shoot 'rapid fire.'
Most folks at most ranges shoot from a known distance, shoot one shot at a time, and take several seconds or more between shots.
That is NOT the way a real gunfight will take place.
As with a great many things in life, the best training is to simulate what it is you are training for and simulate real-life conditions.
I'll pretty much bet my net worth that you are NOT going to have to defend yourself at the range nor under range conditions!
Be Calm, and Carry!
God Bless!
It was good and informative training, but did not begin to cover much of what the CCU videos cover and teach.
The deputies have been out for some recreational shooting and practice as our properties are convenient. Nice thing is that I can use the range whenever and not restricted from practical practice not allowed on commercial ranges.
I need to borrow a laser rangefinder to check the distance from my office window...when my wife isn't around ;o)
I much prefer to step out my back door, and learn what me and my weapons are capable of.
Matt
That would be nice. But few of us live in places where we could do that.
Golf, tennis, hitting a baseball, shooting, etc.
But if you're doing it wrong, all you are accomplishing is reinforcing bad habits in your muscle memory.
You live in a state with more public ground than most. I'm willing to bet you could find a spot to shoot under your own schedule and rules, instead of going to a range.
Matt
That's correct. The challenge would be finding somewhat remote public land with good dirt backstops on all sides.
It would also need to reasonably convenient from a distance perspective or I'd rarely go there.
An abandoned gravel pit would be ideal, but those would be hard to find and likely on private property.
I've been using Dave for my CCW training. I have to renew this year and he'll be a great source, without question.
Kyle
It seems like that would be easy in Nevada. It doesn't take much. Any creek bottom, or bank alongside a 2-track on BLM would work fine.
We routinely take firearms with us on our fly fishing float trips on rivers that flow thru public ground. There's always numerous places to safely shoot, when the fish aren't biting.
I know some folks are more hesitant to shoot outside of formal ranges. As if shooting on private or public land was somehow wrong, more risky, or illegal. That's a shame to me. I always have more of a sense of freedom when I'm blasting away outside the constraints of a range.
Matt
Maybe if I lived in rural NV, but not so much in the Reno-Carson City area, which is mostly populated and thus discharging a firearm is not allowed.
I'd suggest you note who you are responding to.
Otherwise, it's hard to tell and many may take offense.
Why a fake name on your registration? Scared?
You talk smack, and insult people, but you don't want them to know who you are?
Are you referring to the military term of being an "Operator"? Is that what you are implying you are? If so, it is highly highly doubtful! An "Operator" would not come on a bowhunting forum and talk trash and brag about his experiences… At least most (99.9%) of the ones I am acquainted with wouldn't! In fact, from my experiences, most don't talk about it at all.
Years ago a buddy and I hired world champion Todd Jarrett for a private competition pistol class. Great experience. I would imagine the top champions in any sport offer similar training. Find the best at what you want to master, and take a class.
For more defense/tactical training, there are former navy seals offering personal and small group training. I cant imagine better than that. For example - Craig Sawyer has several defense classes he offers (one called Red Dawn response sounds interesting). As a former seal-6 devgru guy who protected congressmen in warzones, he probably has the best credentials out there. Look him up on line at tacticalinsider.com located in Nevada, but with traveling classes too.