Lessons from Ed Calderon’s Course & the Real-World Need for Escape Skills This past weekend, I attended a Counter

At Sentinel Combatives, we believe that real self-defense begins long before any physical altercation—it starts with intuition, awareness, and

At Sentinel Combatives, we teach our students that self-protection doesn’t start when the fight does—it starts with prevention.

When people think about defensive pistol use, they often imagine standing on a flat range, firing at a paper target

What to Do If You Inadvertently Walk or Drive Into a Riot “Situational awareness is survival. Composure is the force

Vehicle Readiness for Civil Unrest “Your vehicle is your lifeboat. Treat it like one.” In periods of widespread unrest, your

Area Study & Pattern Recognition “Avoidance is your first and best win.” It’s June 2025, and civil unrest continues

Trauma Medicine in Times of Chaos “When EMS won’t come—or is overwhelmed—YOU are the medic.” It’s

When it comes to real-world self-defense, few things are more critical—and more dangerous—than a fight involving a firearm

At Sentinel Combatives, we teach that situational awareness isn't just about scanning your surroundings or checking corners—it’