Edged Weapons: Myths, Misconceptions, Lies and Misguidance

Edged Weapons:   Myths, Misconceptions, Lies and Misguidance

We’re gonna cut through the BS and shed some light on the myths and misconceptions surrounding edged weapons. You've heard the stories, seen the movies; but trust me, reality doesn't always play out the way you think. Picture this: you're minding your own business, and suddenly, you're face-to-face with a knife-wielding threat. It's a terrifying scenario, and the last thing you need are misguided ideas on how to handle it. So, let's cut to the chase and confront some harsh realities. 

Natural Point of Aim

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.  

Shooting Cadence Drills

Shooting Cadence Drills

We all know that shooting is not just about pulling the trigger and popping off rounds; it’s about mastering the art of control, timing, rhythm and accuracy. Cadence drills are the secret sauce behind consistent and controlled shooting especially in cases where speed and accuracy matter most. They can give you a tactical edge to increase your overall proficiency but particularly when firing shots in succession.  

Firearms Speed Drills

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.  

Empowering Women: Embracing Firearms for Self Defense

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.  

Mastering Your Aim: Learn How To Zero Your Rifle

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! 

Inside the Journey: A Plank Holder Member's Perspective on Intuitive Self Protection

Inside the Journey: A Plank Holder Member's Perspective on Intuitive Self Protection

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.

Cover And Concealment

Cover And Concealment

When we consider the Gun Fighting Essentials, cover and concealment are part of that category. However, when talking with folks who are new to firearms and the realm of protection, as well as many who already have experience, a surprising number of them are unfamiliar with the significance and fundamentals of cover and concealment.

Unleashing Your Potential: The Power of Plank Holder Membership

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. 


Rifle Fundamentals

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.

Master Firing Grip

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.

Pistol Draw Stroke Fundamentals

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.

Best Self Defense for Real Life

Best Self Defense for Real Life

Self Defense goes far beyond just owning or carrying a gun. The 4 Domains of Combat gives you a much more complete self-defense plan and provides you with ways to avoid ever having to use your gun.

How to Train With Limited Ammo

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.

Concealed Carry Classes in VA Beach

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.

Private vs Group Firearms Training in Virginia Beach

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.

Concealed Carry | The New Standard In Pistol Training

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”!

Secrets the Professional Firearms Industry Won’t Tell You, A Woman’s Perspective.

Every day there is another murder, rape, break in, carjacking, or worse, a child abduction. The rising number of women seeking to learn how to protect themselves is indicative to this increased exposure to crime.