Effective Strategies for Clearing Your Home in a Home Invasion

Effective Strategies for Clearing Your Home in a Home Invasion

So, you suspect there’s an intruder in your home. It’s a nightmare scenario, but before you go all Rambo, let’s get one thing straight: clearing a house is not something you should be doing alone unless there are absolutely no other options. This isn’t a game, and it’s not as easy as Hollywood makes it look. In real life, close quarter battle (CQB) professionals clear buildings in teams for a reason. They rely on each other for 360-degree coverage because without it, you’re vulnerable to attacks from your blind spots.

If you’re home alone and think there’s an intruder, your best move is to stay put, lock the door, get in a corner with your firearm pointed towards the door and call the police. But if your loved ones are in another part of the house, and you have no choice but to act, here’s how to approach it with caution.

New Night Vision Course for Home Security and Beyond

New Night Vision Course for Home Security and Beyond

Have you ever heard a sudden noise in a dark environment, possibly in one of the outbuildings at work or on your property, or simply outside your home in the middle of the night? Reaching for a flashlight, your heart races as several thoughts flash through your mind. But what if you could see everything around you clear as day, without giving away your position? This is where night vision would greatly benefit you. Intuitive Self Protection is collaborating with Applied Defense Concepts and Virginia Moon Lighters to offer a new game-changing course to teach you the knowledge and skills to own the night.

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The 4 Domains of Combat

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The 4 Domains of Combat

The four domains of combat; lethal, physical, verbal, and situational/self-awareness, are critical to have in your skill set. Too often, people focus solely on lethal responses to danger, overlooking skills that can prevent threats in the first place. Proper situational and self-awareness can help you identify and avoid potential threats. While the chances of running into a lethal confrontation are lower than you might think, the likelihood of getting into a verbal or physical altercation is much higher. This is why mastering all four Domains of Combat is crucial for effective self-defense. There are accompanying videos for each Domain of Combat so be sure to check those out for further explanations and visual demonstrations.

Handgun Maintenance 101

Handgun Maintenance 101

What's the use in having extensive firearms training and top-of-the-line upgrades and customization if your gun jams on you in the midst of a life-or-death situation? This is exactly what could happen if you neglect proper maintenance on your handgun. Just like you need to take care of your body to stay fit, your firearm needs regular maintenance to perform at its best. You often hear it is generally recommended to clean a handgun after every use, which could mean after each range session or after firing around 200-300 rounds. However, for those who carry daily or use their firearm frequently, a more thorough cleaning every 500 rounds is often advised. Check out your firearm manufacturer’s guidelines for specific recommendations. Personally, I clean my weapons when they need it, or when I know I’ve used it a lot that  day or weekend.

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AR-15: You Asked, We Answered

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AR-15: You Asked, We Answered

Do you have questions about the AR-15 but not sure where to start? Well, you’re not alone! With decades of expertise in the self-defense field, Intuitive Self Protection (ISP) is tackling the most common questions to shed light on this prolific weapons system. Despite being a hot topic of debate, the AR-15 is a symbol of American firearm culture, preferred for its modularity, versatility, reliability, and the wide availability of parts and accessories. We’ll cover the origins of the AR-15, carbines and rifle definitions, legal matters, safety procedures, maintenance, customization and upgrades, tactical skills and physical fitness.

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The Five Key Rules for Firearm Safety

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The Five Key Rules for Firearm Safety

After many years of training in countless states and different countries, we’ve seen it all regarding gun safety or lack thereof. In this blog we are covering the Five Basic Rules for Firearm Safety; NEVER, TREAT, KEEP, KEEP, TARGET. You’d be surprised how often accidental and negligent discharges happen, but one negligent injury or death is too many and we can't stress enough how important it is to play it safe. Picture this as your GPS for responsible gun ownership. So, buckle up, as we break down these rules and why they’re crucial to ensuring you and everyone around you stay out of harm's way. There’s more to firearm safety but these are the basics, and you’ll see that they’re a bit redundant but that’s to make sure we have layers of protection when handling firearms.

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A Military Wife’s Journey to Self-Protection

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A Military Wife’s Journey to Self-Protection

You asked for it and we delivered. You’ve previously heard from two of ISP’s All Access Members who shared their self-protection journeys with you. Now we’re bringing you a woman’s perspective. We had the pleasure of sitting down and chatting with Kristin Vitalis; a woman who didn’t come to us out of fear but the desire to be prepared. Her story is a testament to the transformation that happens when you decide to take control of your safety.

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5 Ways to Develop a Warrior Mindset

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5 Ways to Develop a Warrior Mindset

Let's talk real talk. In life, you’ve gotta be sharp, both mentally and physically, to come out on top. This blog is going to guide you through the gritty streets and alleys of self-defense and badassery which all begins with having a warrior mindset. It’s not enough to just look tough or take a bunch of self-defense classes; it's about being tough and having a mind as sharp as a blade and ready to face whatever life throws your way. The warrior mindset is the armor that doesn’t rust. But how do we get there? Here are five ways to help you immediately unleash the beast and bring that vicious, brutal, and savage violence of action in the face of a threat.  

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Natural Point of Aim

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Natural Point of Aim

Natural Point of Aim (NPOA) is a concept that's heavily relevant in both rifle and pistol crafts. Natural Point of Aim finding that sweet spot where your sights line up with the target naturally and with no hesitation.  

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Firearms Speed Drills

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Firearms Speed Drills

If you're a dedicated weapons system owner aiming to enhance your firearm prowess, you're in for a journey. If you're not already familiar, speed drills are like the secret weapon in a shooter's toolkit. These bad boys are designed to amp up your shooting game to a whole new level. These drills are not just for those who’ve been in the game for years; they’re for anyone with a fire in their gut and serious about leveling up their skills in the art of self-defense.  

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Empowering Women: Embracing Firearms for Self Defense

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Empowering Women: Embracing Firearms for Self Defense

For many women, the idea of using firearms can be quite intimidating, and has given rise to a range of fears and concerns. From accidental discharge to legal implications, these worries have often kept women from exploring the world of firearms. However, in recent years, there has been a shift as more women are embracing firearms ownership and seeking training for personal protection. In this blog, we will delve into some of the common reasons behind women's hesitations, the increasing trend of female firearm ownership, and attending Intuitive Self Protection’s Urban Defense Carbine Course, from a woman’s perspective.  

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Mastering Your Aim: Learn How To Zero Your Rifle

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Mastering Your Aim: Learn How To Zero Your Rifle

Zeroing your rifle is no joke—it's the real deal. If your rifle’s not zeroed, you're gonna be lost in the sauce, not knowing if you need a high hold or a low hold for your shots in different situations. Check out the video with Jared, who’s in the special operations community and one of our top-notch instructors, here to drop some knowledge bombs on why zeroing your rifle is crucial. So, get ready to soak it all in! 

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Unleashing Your Potential: The Power of Plank Holder Membership

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Unleashing Your Potential: The Power of Plank Holder Membership

In today’s world, we have so many things that we need to be prepared for and our personal and family security is one of them. Many people are seeking a one-stop shop for professional solutions and we believe at Intuitive Self Protection, that we provide them. Here is the highly requested video by you guys out there, talking about what’s included in the ISP membership and what people are getting out of it from the perspective of a member. 


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Rifle Fundamentals

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Rifle Fundamentals

Today we'll explore the Big Six components of the rifle draw stroke. Check out the video to see Dan Spagone, who has been one of our ISP and NLB lead instructors for almost a decade. He’s trained numerous civilians, and special operations in both the military and law enforcement. We’re gonna break down each step to enhance your technique.

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Master Firing Grip

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Master Firing Grip

The Master Grip is crucial for maximizing control and shooting accuracy. In this article, Hank Hayes breaks down the battlefield tested Master Grip which is the foundation of firearm handling.

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Pistol Draw Stroke Fundamentals

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Pistol Draw Stroke Fundamentals

Mastering the draw stroke is essential for anyone interested in self-protection or firearms training. In this article Hank Hayes breaks down the pistol draw stroke in a way that will get you on target fast.

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How to Train With Limited Ammo

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How to Train With Limited Ammo

If I tell a fellow AR enthusiast at my local range to fire off approximately 100 rounds, and they crank off 3x magazines of 30, will they be better a better shooter? They most likely will not because there aren’t many skills being implemented into those mag dumps.

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Concealed Carry Classes in VA Beach

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Concealed Carry Classes in VA Beach

Are you interested in getting your Virginia Concealed Carry Permit? Learn what is required and why choosing the right training company makes all the difference.

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Private vs Group Firearms Training in Virginia Beach

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Private vs Group Firearms Training in Virginia Beach

There are many Pros and Cons you need to know when considering Private vs Group Firearms Training in Virginia Beach. Firearms training takes on many forms and people learn in different ways. For example, some people learn best by reading, others need one-on-one hands-on training, and for some online video training is a better solution as they can rewind, slow down, and re-watch as many times as needed.

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Concealed Carry | The New Standard In Pistol Training

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Concealed Carry | The New Standard In Pistol Training

When Virginia State Officials asked to see ISP’s Concealed Carry Certification Curriculum, they were so blown away by how robust the training is they could only say one word, “Wow”!

 
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