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Franklin Joseph Krav Maga Self Defence Bengaluru

Power is Knowledge — Forged in Fear, Pain and Failure.

Ten Inch Buck Knife

I don’t remember where I got it. It might have just been an artifact floating around the house. I know why I carried it, but looking back…

What Is Systema? The Russian Martial Art Most People Have Never Heard Of

It has no belts, no tournaments, and no movie franchise. It also might be the most complete martial art in the world.

The Fix Was In: Karmelo Anthony and the Machinery of Race-Neutral Injustice

How a Texas Courtroom in 2026 Ran the Same Play the Jim Crow South Ran in 1936 — And how a book with information from Ninety-Years Ago…

Why Situational Awareness Is the Ultimate Superpower

The skill that can help you avoid danger, make better decisions, and stay one step ahead in everyday life.

Who is Grandmaster Shifuji Shaurya Bharadwaj?

Born on March 23, 1973, in Tibri Gurdaspur, Punjab, Grandmaster Shifuji Shaurya Bharadwaj is a figure who defies easy categorization. He is…

Most People Think Self-Defense Is About Fighting. They’re Wrong.

The safest person in the room is often the one who never has to throw a punch.

I Studied Self-Defense for 365 Days. These 10 Lessons Changed How I See Danger.

A year of studying personal safety taught me that self-defense starts long before a fight.

Hollywood Has Been Lying to You About Fights Your Entire Life

Picture the scene. The hero stands alone in a warehouse. Twelve men surround him. They attack one at a time. He drops each of them cleanly…

Why Learn Self-Defense? 7 Benefits Beyond Physical Protection

Why Learn Self-Defense? 7 Benefits Beyond Physical Protection

Why Every Man and Woman Should Learn Travel Security and Personal Safety

Why Every Man and Woman Should Learn Travel Security and Personal Safety

Fear + Racism + Gun Culture = It’s Time To Strap Up Black People

It’s time to stop playing nice, and start being safe.

Self Defense and the Law: What Every Indian Woman Must Know About Her Legal Right to Protect…

When Mission Prahar trains a woman to jab a pen into an attacker’s throat, to slash an ATM card across a face, or to use a dupatta to choke…

Mission Prahar’s Vision for Strengthening Rural India Through Self Defense Training

Of the forty lakh women Mission Prahar has trained since 1999, thirty seven lakh that is ninety two percent came from rural India.

The Anarchism of Despair

a call to action

The Real Meaning of Self Defense Has Changed in Modern Times

For decades, the concept of self defense has been heavily influenced by cinematic portrayals and traditional sporting environments. It was…

Franklin Joseph Article > Women’s Self-Defense Is Not About Gender. It Is About Surviving Crime

Women’s self-defense must focus on surviving real-world crime rather than peripheral debates about an instructor’s gender. Because…

Trained Versus Untrained Responses

When I used to compete in Judo, I knew what to expect e.g., I knew how to win the fight, what the rules were, how long the “fight” would…

The Pen, The Dupatta, and The Power You Already Carry: Mission Prahar’s Revolutionary Approach to…

When most people think about self defense, the image that comes to mind is martial arts a woman in a performing high kicks in a dojo, or…

The Anatomy of a Phishing Attack: How to Spot the Latest Scams

Phishing attacks are no longer the clumsy, typo-riddled emails from a “Nigerian prince” that were easy to laugh off. Today, they are…

What Nobody Tells You About Starting Combat Training in Your 40s

Mark came to my assessment session with a folder.

Franklin Joseph Article > Corporate Women’s Self-Defense Workshop ~ 10 Red Flags That Your Self…

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Mission Prahar and the Reality of Urban Threats: Rethinking Self Defense in Modern India

Urban environments in India have evolved rapidly over the past decade, bringing with them increased mobility, population density, and…

The Psychology of Fear in Self Defense and How Mission Prahar Addresses It

Self defense is often viewed as a physical skill, but in reality, the psychological aspect plays a far more critical role in determining…

Ju Jitsu vs BJJ: What’s the Real Difference?

One of the most common questions in martial arts today is:

How Martial Arts Training Builds Mental Clarity

Many people begin martial arts training to learn self-defence. But the benefits go far beyond physical skills.

Best Krav Maga Classes in Bengaluru (2026)

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Is Krav Maga stronger than or can beat Russian Systema Military Martial Arts

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Practice vs Learning

Why Skill Comes From the Mat, Not the Mind

Self-Defence Training in Toronto: Learning Joint Locks Through Systema

Many people searching for self-defence training in Toronto are looking for something practical. They want skills that work in real…

We all need to learn how to “Fight” not “Defend” — 10 Reasons why.

There’s a quiet lie most people live with: “It won’t happen to me.”

FlowGuard™ Self-Defense Singapore: What It Is and Why I Created It

You’re walking alone at night in an unfamiliar city.

Self-Defense Training Singapore: What Real Readiness Looks Like

I froze.

Young People Deserve Second Amendment Rights too

Several states institute discriminatory policies against young people when it comes to possession of firearms. More and more regulations…

Pressure Points in Kyusho: The Energy Power They Don’t Teach You

Master Federico Asencio Cabrera guides us through an in-depth study of Pressure Points in Kyusho Jutsu and their energetic application…

Self -Defence Training in Toronto

Most people think of self-defence as a collection of techniques — what punch to throw, what block to use, how to “win” a confrontation. But…

Why Steinel Ammunition Is Winning Over Serious Shooters

Premium ammunition isn’t defined by branding, it’s defined by consistency.

Be The Anti-Karen For Better Self-Defense

Sometimes karma is self-inflicted.

Respecting The Law

Local authorities can be some the best people to have on your side when it comes to defending yourself.

Self-défense féminine à Caen et dans le Calvados : se réapproprier sa sécurité en toute…

On entend souvent dire que la self-défense est une affaire de force, de combat ou d’agressivité. Pour beaucoup de femmes à Caen et aux…

Why Choose Steinel Ammunition: A Higher Standard, Every Round

In today’s ammunition market, shooters have no shortage of choices. From bulk range ammo to premium specialty loads, options are…

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Self-Defense Experts & Real World Violence

Personal experience can often get in the way of the facts. When you work in security you tend to see things from a certain perspective…

Personal Safety & Physical Disabilities

In last week’s article (which can be accessed by clicking here), I looked at how mental/intellectual disabilities can significantly…

Cara Membuat Self-Loading Pistol Untuk Pertahanan diri

The Power of Awareness and Strength: Why Women’s Safety Depends on Both

You don’t have to win the fight — you just have to change his mind.

A Martial Arts Class Taught Me how to Stand Up for Myself and to Build Confidence in Myself.

Years ago, when I was living in Seattle, I decided to take a martial arts class. I was looking for an interesting way to be active. I…

Former Law Enforcement Officer Builds Revolutionary Safety Network After Childhood Abduction

Gloria Marcott was 12 years old when she was abducted from her bus stop, an experience that would ultimately shape her into the architect…

HINDSIGHT IS 20/20

10 State-Sponsored Massacres of Black Americans

5 Legal Self-Defense Weapons You Can Carry Anywhere in 2025

In a world where safety is becoming a personal responsibility more than ever before, carrying a legal self-defense weapon isn’t just smart…