WPS FIELD GUIDE

Understanding and Navigating Critical Distance in Self-Defense

Self-defense encounters often begin in what is known as the social exchange range. This is the distance at which you are generally close enough...

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When Your Enemy’s Close, Keep Your Gun Closer

Former Army Ranger, Narcotics Officer, and Jedi Master Craig Douglas teaches me (John Lovell) all about retention firing. This means how to handle my...

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The Violence Gap: How to Handle a Wolf on a Sidewalk

It's a truth universally acknowledged that predators are looking for an easy meal, but some are hungrier or crazier than others and willing to...

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How to Secure Your Gun With a Knife

Many violent encounters are up close and personal and can often threaten how well you're able to control your defensive tools. No matter how...

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Changing the World on the BJJ Mat

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu teacher and competitor Kenny Kim has seen lives changed through the skills and disciplines of mixed martial arts. Now he's teaching...

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