Life is much like the open sea: unpredictable, vast, and often indifferent to your plans. Calm waters can give way to roaring storms without warning, and in those moments, your survival depends not on luck but on preparation. Just as sailors learn to navigate chaos on the water, self-defense training equips you to handle unexpected …
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This past weekend, Kalah Amsterdam had the privilege of co-hosting a two-day family protection training seminar with Kalah Netherlands HQ, led by the one and only Idan Abolnik. Focused on family protection, the seminar was as intense as it was insightful—a deep dive into scenarios most people never want to imagine but need to prepare …
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When facing a potential knife attack, the advice often given is simple: “Just run!” While escaping is always a preferable outcome, what happens when running isn’t possible? Imagine you’re in a confined space, or you’re with a loved one who can’t run—your options become limited. This is why self-defense experts, like Rory Miller, Marc MacYoung, …
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Introduction: The Importance of De-Escalation Tactics In self-defense, avoiding violence is often the best outcome, and this is where de-escalation tactics come into play. Whether you’re dealing with a potential street robbery or a tense confrontation, knowing how to defuse tension before it escalates can save lives. In this post, we’ll dive into key de-escalation …
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As Violence Surges, Families Seek New Ways to Protect Themselves In a world where urban streets are becoming unpredictable, the safety of one’s home and family can no longer be taken for granted. While overall crime rates in the Netherlands have been in decline for years, a recent uptick in violent incidents, particularly in cities …
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