In the realm of self-defense, it’s not just about physical prowess; it’s about developing a mindset that empowers and transforms. At Masada Tactical, we believe in the Warrior Mindset — a philosophy that goes beyond the physical techniques of Krav Maga / Israeli Combat Systems (ICS). Join us in adopting this powerful mentality and learn...Read More
Welcome to Masada Tactical’s blog! Today, we dive into a crucial aspect of your Krav Maga journey – setting and achieving training goals. In Krav Maga, the journey is just as important as the destination, and having clear objectives can significantly enhance your experience. Let’s explore how goal-setting can empower you to master Krav Maga/Israeli...Read More
When it comes to self-defense and martial arts, there’s a wide array of choices available. For someone who appreciates the importance of self-defense, the decision between Krav Maga and traditional martial arts can be quite a conundrum. In this blog post, we’ll break down the differences between Krav Maga and traditional martial arts, helping you...Read More
In a world that can sometimes feel uncertain, knowing how to protect yourself and your loved ones is a skill that everyone should have in their toolkit. Self-defense isn’t just about physical techniques; it’s about equipping yourself with the knowledge and confidence to handle challenging situations. In this blog, we’ll delve into the significance of...Read More
Not all self-defense, firearms/tactical, or self-protection classes, and more so instructors, are created equal. This has become very apparent with the changing laws in regard to concealed carry nationally over the past few months. The permitted carry in most states generated an immense spike in demand for training (oftentimes for compliance with regulatory requirements), which...Read More
We have seen over the past years the rise of Brazilian jiu-jitsu and a focus on “ground fighting” in general. Be it Wrestling, Sambo, Japanese or Brazilian jiu-jitsu, some of us who have studied the arts of “Mortal Combat”quickly started believing we had to be “well rounded” and have a ground “game” as well. Even...Read More
Often times we read or hear about the benefits of martial arts or self-defense training for kids. There is no doubt that the physical conditioning, discipline, attention to detail, and an array of other attributes are so beneficial for kids, especially today when so many are glued to their screens and devices. Even a one-hour...Read More
When we look at the plethora of either traditional martial arts or fighting systems, it’s important to understand and know what, as an individual, you are trying to accomplish in your “fighting skills” development. Many “schools” may focus more on self-defense or competition-style fighting, or self-offense and focus on striking and various styles of attacks. Fighting...Read More
Complacency: a feeling of being satisfied with how things are and not wanting to try to make them better: a complacent feeling or condition“Complacency kills”; has anyone ever heard this before? I bet a majority of you have, and there is much merit to these two words. Everyone at some point in their life will...Read More