Caution: The contents of this article are for education purposes only. The principles described are extremely dangerous and are for military close combat training and operations only. Their application applies solely to the military. I recently visited the Todd Group depot in Dunedin and it was a real reality check.I have trained for more than […]
Real Life Stories highlights the experiences of operators and civilians who have had to use the skills they've learnt in self defence or combat. If you have had to defend yourself as a civilian or in the execution of your duties as a service person, then don't hesitate to forward your story. These stories will […]
The history of European Military formalized armed and unarmed combat as researched by its legitimate and loyal subjects. Readers will be able to say I read these details first in AMA (AMA – Australasian Martial Arts was the former name of Fight Times magazine), before all the wannabe unarmed combat experts in their own minds […]
Part 41 of the Close Combat Files The Contingency Options And Ambush Phase Caution: The contents of this article are for education purposes only. The principles described are extremely dangerous and are for military close combat training and operations only. Their application applies solely to the military. Military close combat is about principles and skills […]
Bomber is a quiet professional when it comes to any of his work or pastimes. I first met Bomber on a CQB course and over the years have worked with him on many such courses. He is not one to boast but believe me he has a history to be proud of and qualifications and […]
Part 40 of the Close Combat Files Caution: The contents of this article are for education purposes only. The principles described are extremely dangerous and are for military close combat training and operations only. Their application applies solely to the military. The two main categories of non ballistic type weapons commonly associated with close quarters […]
Caution: The contents of this article are for education purposes only. The principles described are extremely dangerous and are for military close combat training and operations only. Their application applies solely to the military. What would you recommend from your close combat for a fighter with a short reach to combat those lanky type fighters. […]
The Todd Group began its close combat training in Australia during the late 1980's. The Todd Group's entry into Australia came via a request from the now late Rangi Nichols of 'Who Dares Incorporated' to take on some of his instructing roles due to his failing health. Since then Todd Group depots have been established […]
Real Life Stories highlights the experiences of operators and civilians who have had to use the skills they've learnt in self defence or combat. If you have had to defend yourself as a civilian or in the execution of your duties as a service person, then don't hesitate to forward your story. These stories will […]
Shocker Shaw was born in England 13 December 13th 1919 in Cradley Heath, in what they called the Black Country, because it was a very industrial area. He was named Ashley George (Pat) but was later known by his SAS buddies as Shocker. The reason why will become clear as this story unfolds. Shocker’s mother […]