Fernan Vargas

The straight stick has probably been used as a self-defense tool since a human made the first footprints on earth. Through the ages variations of the stick and staff have been created to make a better self-defense tool. The straight stick was turned into spears and swords. Understanding the basic use of the straight police baton makes it possible to use numerous other objects for self-defense. In fact, the same techniques taught for using the police baton relate to a host of stick fighting and sword arts such as Hanbo- Jutsu, Jo-Jutsu, Wakizashi-Jutsu and similar weapon combat systems. It is hoped this book will provide a basic overview of the many ways a straight baton can be used for self-defense, control and takedowns for law enforcement, security officers and martial artists studying weapons.

This is the first volume in a series of manuals on the Pro-Systems combat machete system.

A Pro-Systems and Raven Tactical manual on how to defend agains sticks, clubs, knives and pistols. Techniques and tactics adaptable to any current training system.

This manual is a primer on the basic conepts and tactics needed to survive an active killer.

A guide to using the base ball bat, axe handle and other big clubs for self defense

This manual was written by two certified police defensive tactics instructors and explores the fundamentals of firearm retention and defense.

In war, the removal or neutralization of an enemy sentry is necessary for a variety of mission-critical reasons, in particular for gaining access to an enemy location or escaping confinement that might lead to interrogation, torture, and/or execution. But could such methods be used by the average citizen outside of military venues? The answer is generally no ... ... until one considers extreme life-threatening scenarios such as kidnapping, human trafficking, or a home invasion in which criminals accost your spouse or children with the threat of death. It is in just those types of all-or-nothing circumstances that the information and methods presented in this reference book will be of rare but indisputable value. And it is for precisely those types of situations that the average, law-abiding citizen should know them.

Like all Military Combatives systems, Kengla's method of Stick Combat is simple and logical, and the material as presented in Cold Steel is completely serviceable. To be clear, the method is not a comprehensive stick-based martial art, such as Filipino kali or Japanese hanbojutsu--it is a method meant to be taught, learned, and completed in a short period of time. The method provides the student, whether novice or experienced; with survival essentials; that is, a minimum effective proficency for self-protection.

Presented here is the Raven Machete Combatives System. This book will take the reader through the blade work methodologies of Master instructor Fernan Vargas. In this book the reader will be introduced to a unique system of combat which draws influences from various blade traditions from Europe, The Americas, and Asia. Also incorporated into the system are the unique insights, explorations and developments of the author, Fernan Vargas. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned practitioner this book will have something to offer

The Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP) draws from the best martial arts techniques of boxing, jiu-jitsu, judo, sambo, krav maga, karate, aikido, escrima, arnis, hap ki do, karate, tae kwon do, kung fu, and kick boxing. Fighting techniques including: battle skill orientation; stance; posture; movement; weapons handling and function; striking; cutting; grappling; restraints and manipulations; and integration of weapons. The program teaches lethal and nonlethal techniques as well as pain inducing compliance techniques to provide a Marine with the maximum flexibility for adapting to any possible threat level.

Us Army Knife Combatives presents the knife fighting techniques taught to soldiers in the United States Army.

Masters of the Blade iscollection of interviews with notable blade fighting instructors in the field today. Learn the insights of the masters as they discuss the history of their art as well as their training methods and strategies.

A re-printing of classic riot baton, techniques as taught to the US armed forces.

A re-printing of classic WWII era boxing, wrestling and combatives techniques

The traditional Kukri is a bladed weapon that is popularly regarded as the national knife of Nepal. As such, it ranks alongside the Navaja of Spain, and the America Bowie as a blade that was pivotal in the wars-and ultimately, the history-of its nation. In this book two edged weapons Masters, Fernan Vargas and James Loriega take you on a journey to explore the history, culture and use of the Kukri

Cane and Able Cane Combatives is a complete and comprehensive course in the use of the cane as a a self protection tool. Learn striking techniques, joint manipulations, chokes and takedowns.