Kids who know how to swim are safer kids. Every child should learn to swim, and more importantly, all children should learn to be safe in and around water. Learning to swim is a life skill that is not only a lot of fun, but something that can also save your life. If you want…
Staying safe and enjoying life safely isn’t just about learning how to take out a bad guy. Enjoying life safely is all about doing as many great things as you can and experiencing all you can without getting hurt or killed. Situational awareness is a large part, but defending yourself against an attacker is much…
Self-Reliance Is Best For Our Children. Yes, if you have read my background, you know that I have been involved with martial arts since 1982 and have been focused on Hapkido since 1996. I served in the military, worked in various security and bodyguard positions, and continue to teach people practical safety strategies, self-defense and…
Pokemon Go is a new mobile game that is a craze across the country. (I guess Pokemon Go is all around the world now) However, the mobile game has also played a role in armed robberies in Missouri, the discovery of a body in Wyoming, and injuries to people distracted by the Pokemon Go app.…
Orlando Charity Scams are starting and expected to rise after the tragic shooting in Orlando, Florida. Here are a few tips to keep you from being scammed. The IRS said there are a number of fake-charity scams in reaction to the shooting that killed 49 and injured 53 last Sunday. Note that such fraudulent schemes…
Survive the shooting! That is your goal if the unthinkable breaks out. You must SURVIVE! Here is an abbreviated version of the free Ten Tips Download you can find at this page: Active Shooter Response with Alain Burrese. These tips are provided along with my continued commitment to help good people learn to stay safe…
Dress for safety? Yes! Pay attention to what you wear, and dress for safety. Wear clothing and shoes that are comfortable, low profile and appropriate for the weather. This may not be the most fashionable choice but it is the safest. Where you are going and who you will be with will obviously be factors…
Be prepared! This quote makes a lot of sense, just don’t take it to go overboard with paranoia: “Anyone who is aware of his environment knows that the peril of physical assault does exist, and that it exists everywhere and at all times.” – Jeff Cooper I don’t post a quote like this to be…
Halloween safety is an important topic each October in the U.S. Halloween can be a very fun time for kids. Dressing up in costumes is exciting, and what kid doesn’t like getting lots of free candy? Unfortunately, it is also a time where home invasions, assaults, robberies and drive-byes have occurred. Innocent children have been…
In my live presentations, I’m always reminding people to watch their belongings. “Watch your belongings,” I say. Watch your purse! Watch your bags at the airport and when traveling! Watch your stuff! It seems simple, and it is, but I’m always seeing people who don’t watch their belongings. Targets of opportunity are everywhere for the opportunistic…