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Martial Arts and Law Enforcement Part Two: Choose the Right type of Training
By ASP Trainer Jim Klauba
At the end of the day, there is inherent risk in any style of martial art; after all, it’s physical combat. But for a professional who runs the very real risk of fighting every day on the job, the benefits of martial arts training far outweigh the risks.
Martial Arts and Law Enforcement Part One: The Basics
By ASP Trainer Jim Klauba
As a trainer, I frequently get asked what martial art is best for police officers. It’s a great question, and a topic that’s particularly close to my heart, but there’s really no one answer.
Shadowboxing — Solo training to maintain tactical readiness
By ASP Trainer Jim Klauba
"It would be nice if tactical training and readiness were as easy as buying a bunch of gear and keeping it in a box until it’s needed. But in our world, the tools need to be up and ready to go at a moment's notice. And more importantly, we need to be trained to use them, at a high level of competency—and that means practice, practice, practice."
Tactical Breathwork—the Key to Staying Calm under Pressure
By ASP Trainer Jim Klauba
"Anyone who has done competitive fighting—boxing, MMA, take your pick—has done something akin to tactical breathing techniques. After a round, the corner man takes out the fighter's mouthpiece and says something to the effect of “take two deep breaths.” This simple step calms and focuses the mind for the next round, because when you are out of breath, the mind tends to race."