We're back with another interview that many of you have been asking for. This time, we have Justin Vitalis, an Intuitive Self Protection Plank Holder, sharing his story. Justin had lots of experience with firearms being an officer and a senior pilot in military even before he became a premium member. In this interview, he talks about the awesome advantages of being a member. When you become a member, you get access to 27 courses all year round, plus some other cool perks. Look at what Justin has to say about being an ISP Plank Holder and what it really means.
Hank (Interviewer): All right. We're here with Justin Vitalis, a Plank Holder in Intuitive Self Protection. We love having you here. Justin, could you tell us why you chose Intuitive Self Protection and how your journey has been so far?
Justin (Interviewee): Sure. We found Intuitive Self Protection through a simple Google search when my wife was interested in getting her concealed carry firearms permit. We were impressed by the level of commitment and experience that the company offered compared to others who say they offer comprehensive weapons training, but they don’t follow through. We started with the empty hand combative course and were blown away by how much we didn't know. The vision of the company, creating combative courses for everyday people who want to defend their family, resonated with us.
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Hank: You've been a member for about eight months and have taken multiple classes. How has your progress been?
Justin: I grew up around firearms and had a healthy respect and knowledge of it all. As an adult, I entered the military. With that experience with guns, when I took my first pistol course with you, I was humbled by the pepper spray of shots all over the target. Having private sessions at the ISP corporate offices and drilling down the basics improved my marksmanship. The progression from static shooting to dynamic scenarios where you’ve got multiple things going on, taught me to handle multiple tasks effectively and safely. We’ve just been blown away by what ISP has been able to offer.
Justin is locked into the instructors feedback on the range.
Hank: Intuitive Self Protection focuses on an integrated system of fighting using the rifle, pistol, the empty hand defense, and the edged (knife) weapons all combine with the mindset. How has the mindset component influenced your everyday life?
Justin: Mindset is crucial, and if you don't work on it, self-discipline can easily fade away. With Intuitive Self Protection, it’s a holistic approach that emphasizes having the right mindset even before picking up a weapon. It's about understanding why you're interested in learning and what you have in your life worth protecting. The integrated approach of the program has led to personal growth in various aspects, not just in self-defense but also in professional settings and relationships.
Justin is on the line at an ISP Pistol Course.
Hank: For someone looking for reputable training, what advice would you give them and how would you describe your journey with Intuitive Self Protection?
Justin: First, I’d tell them to define their goals and understand what they're looking for. Intuitive Self Protection offers a personal touch and goes the extra mile to understand your needs. I’d say to check out the videos, pick up the books you’ve written, and join the Facebook group to get more insight from Plank Holder members. The knife class was the most impactful, physically, spiritually and emotionally and it made me respect an edged weapon attack much more than I previously did. It’s heavy but you wanna challenge yourself and level up, doing the reps and putting in the work!
For those considering training, it's important to define your goals and explore the resources available. Intuitive Self Protection may not be for everyone, but for those seeking effective self-defense training and personal growth, it's worth exploring the offerings and putting in the effort to do the work.
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About The Author
Hank Hayes is a Combat Arts Hall of Famer and inventor of the No Lie Blade. He is the founder and CEO of both Intuitive Self Protection and NLB Tactical and creator of the ISP/NLB viscous fighting system. Since 1998, he has trained well over 30,000 Military and Law Enforcement personnel via Government contract mainly at the elite special teams level and continues to train both civilians and MIL/LE how to come home safe.
