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The author and sole owner of Self Reliance Self Defense is a United States Marine Corps veteran and a career veteran law enforcement officer with over 25 years of experience. His background has included duties in patrol, investigations, SWAT, police supervision, police firearms training, taser training, and defensive tactics instruction. He is a USCCA certified firearms trainer with a black belt in Shotokan karate, a House of Worship Security Team Leader, and holds a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice Policy.
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Mar 15, 2026 ∙ 5 min
Mastering the Dojo: Essential Rules, Etiquette, and Conduct for Karate Practitioners
Mastering the Dojo: Essential Rules, Etiquette, and Conduct for Karate Practitioners When I first began training in Karate in the late 80's there was a common code throughout most karate dojo's. Today it seems we may have lost a few of those rules of etiquette and conduct. Gestures as simples as a bow is a form of discipline and way of showing respect to our dojo and our Sensei. It has been said that karate always begins and ends with respect. This should not be disbanded. While dojo...
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Jun 14, 2025 ∙ 9 min
Martial Mindset: 5 Strategies to Prepare for Violent Encounters
Martial Mindset: 5 Strategies to Prepare for Violent Encounters In today's society violent encounters are becoming more common, just...
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Apr 14, 2025 ∙ 5 min
The Draw: 5 Steps in a Consistent Defensive Firearm Draw
Self Reliance Self Defense Logo You have decided to carry a concealed defensive firearm for self-protection. One of you first decisions...
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