In this critical episode of the Kore Combatives Podcast, host Luigi (Black Belt in BJJ/Kickboxing, Firearms Instructor) tackles the truth about Women's Self-Protection Training. He shares his serious concerns about common, often unrealistic, self-defense classes and outlines what women (and their loved ones) should really look for in effective training.

Luigi breaks down the six essential pillars of real-world self-protection, strongly criticizing programs that:

Skip Mindset: Failing to prepare the mind for violence and teaching that the will to fight is the first line of defense [04:31].

Ignore Reality: Not using real-world case studies and graphic videos to train the mind for potential threats [07:04].

Teach Unrealistic Moves: Relying on sport martial arts techniques (like Jiu-Jitsu submissions) that are impractical against a violent, determined attacker [08:02].

Lack of Integration: Ignoring the critical need for equalizing tools and weapons (firearms, pepper spray, etc.) to address the disparity of strength [09:28].

Omit Strategy & Tactics: Failing to teach everyday strategies, awareness, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for avoidance [11:10].

Avoid Scenario Training: Skipping essential force-on-force, decision-making scenarios needed to test skills under pressure [12:12].

He argues that true self-protection must be integrated, reality-based, and centered on the will to stay alive for your loved ones. Don't sign up for a course until you check the curriculum against these six points!

Course Announcement: Luigi is hosting a comprehensive Women's Self-Protection Course on January 10th, 2026, at American Top Team Connecticut. For more details, visit:

https://www.womensselfdefensedanbury.com

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