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Read more about the article The Power of Calm: How De-Escalation Kept My Family Safe

The Power of Calm: How De-Escalation Kept My Family Safe

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:October 20, 2025
  • Post category:Blog

Every once in a while, life gives you a reminder that self-defense isn’t always about punches, kicks, or takedowns. Sometimes, it’s about presence.A close friend of mine was hospitalized in…

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Read more about the article If You’re Fighting A Fair Fight, Your Tactics Suck

If You’re Fighting A Fair Fight, Your Tactics Suck

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:October 13, 2025
  • Post category:Blog

If you think there are “rules” in a street fight, you don’t understand the problem.  There’s a ridiculous idea floating around — that fights happen by polite code, like some…

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Read more about the article The Self-Defense Toolbox: Building Skills That Fit You

The Self-Defense Toolbox: Building Skills That Fit You

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:October 6, 2025
  • Post category:Blog

When people think of self-defense, they often imagine a direct formula — one move for one situation. A grab equals this escape. A punch equals that block. But the reality…

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Read more about the article What Bad Guys Want

What Bad Guys Want

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:September 29, 2025
  • Post category:Blog

When I teach college students self-defense, one of the first things I explain is that criminals have patterns. They don’t choose randomly—they look for opportunity. A student once told me…

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Read more about the article The Hidden Danger of Time on Target: Why You Can’t Afford to Linger in a Fight

The Hidden Danger of Time on Target: Why You Can’t Afford to Linger in a Fight

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:September 22, 2025
  • Post category:Blog

One thing I’ve noticed after years of watching martial arts and self-defense clips online is that many systems spend way too much time teaching intricate one-on-one exchanges. They’ll run through…

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Read more about the article Your Immediate Battleground: Mastering Physical Readiness & Defensive Stances

Your Immediate Battleground: Mastering Physical Readiness & Defensive Stances

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:September 15, 2025
  • Post category:Blog

In today’s fast-moving world—whether you’re crossing a busy campus, walking through a parking lot, or heading into an unfamiliar situation—personal safety starts before anything ever gets physical. At Krav Maga…

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Read more about the article College Safety Checklist for Parents: Helping Your Student Stay Safe, Prepared, and Confident

College Safety Checklist for Parents: Helping Your Student Stay Safe, Prepared, and Confident

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:September 8, 2025
  • Post category:Blog

Sending your child off to college is one of life’s biggest milestones. It’s exciting, nerve-wracking, and sometimes a little overwhelming. You want them to have fun, make friends, and focus…

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Read more about the article The College Student’s Guide to Not Being There: Why the Best Party Story is the One Where Nothing Goes Wrong

The College Student’s Guide to Not Being There: Why the Best Party Story is the One Where Nothing Goes Wrong

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:September 1, 2025
  • Post category:Blog

I'm going to tell you something that might save your life, your grades, or at least your weekend: the smartest person in any dangerous situation is the one who's not…

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Read more about the article The Catalyst: How Two Violent Encounters Changed Everything

The Catalyst: How Two Violent Encounters Changed Everything

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:August 25, 2025
  • Post category:Blog

I wasn’t born for a life in personal protection. Far from it. No athletic background. No love of fitness. No combat training. I was a Speech and Debate kid—more at…

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Read more about the article Boundaries and Assertiveness—Your First Line of Defense on Campus

Boundaries and Assertiveness—Your First Line of Defense on Campus

  • Post author:Gus Bottazzi
  • Post published:August 18, 2025
  • Post category:Blog

College. It's a battleground of growth and independence. You're navigating uncharted social territory, academic landmines, and newfound freedoms. But make no mistake: this environment, while exhilarating, is also ripe for…

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