Flydubai Flight FZ1073 Terror Attack and the Choice to Act
When the co-pilot of Flydubai Flight FZ1073 stabbed the captain and the plane began to fall, a few Israeli passengers had seconds to decide what to do. Their choice says a great deal about judgment, preparedness and what self-defense training is really for.
How Rideshare Passengers in NYC Can Stay Safer on Every Ride
Practical rideshare safety tips for NYC passengers: what to verify before you get in, where to sit, when to share your trip, how to end a ride that feels wrong, and what to do in an emergency.
Employee Safety Training Beyond the Office
Employee safety doesn’t stop at the office door. A look at what HR, security, and safety leaders should weigh when building corporate training around de-escalation, situational awareness, and self-defense.
The Golden Rule Of Self-Defense
Golden Rules of Self-Defense: When Force Is Legal People talk about violence with fear, and often with disgust. In a civilized society we do not accept aggression, and there is good reason for that. We learn young to solve conflict with words and to walk away from situations that feel wrong. I understand the instinct. […]
Self-Defense Law in NYC: What the Law Allows, What It Punishes, and What Training Should Teach
Self-Defense Law in NYC: When Force Is Legal and When It Can Cost You Self-defense law in New York City is often misunderstood because people talk about it emotionally. Some people think the law gives you no right to protect yourself. Others think fear gives you permission to do almost anything. Both ideas are weak. […]
Situational Awareness – Starts With Self-Awareness
How to Develop Real Situational Awareness for Personal Safety Most people think situational awareness means looking around more. They picture the guy at the restaurant who sits with his back to the wall, scanning the room, tracking exits. That image has some truth to it, but it covers maybe ten percent of what awareness actually […]
How Everyday Objects Can Become Tools for Survival
Most of us walk past tools for survival every day. How Krav Maga teaches you to recognize weapons of opportunity and use everyday objects to protect yourself and escape danger.
Workplace Safety Training for NYC Companies: Why Policies Alone Fail Employees
Why HR Leaders Are Rethinking Workplace Safety Corporate safety programs have been built around structure for years. Policies define behavior, procedures outline response, and employees are expected to follow them. This system satisfies compliance requirements and provides a sense of order. It does not guarantee performance. When an incident unfolds, employees do not operate inside […]
Workplace Safety Training in NYC
Why Workplace Safety Training Fails Under Pressure in NYC Companies The Illusion of Preparedness Employees often believe they are prepared because they have been exposed to information. They attended a session, reviewed a policy, and acknowledged procedures. From an organizational standpoint, this creates a sense of completion. Preparedness requires more than exposure. The study examining […]
When Can You Hit First in Self-Defense?
Can You Legally Hit First in Self-Defense? Most people grow up with the same instructions in their heads. Do not hit first. Or do not hit at all. I command that. That aligns with our moral values in a Western, peaceful society. We should all strive to be peaceful. “Don’t hit first” sounds disciplined and […]
