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Post by tac364 on Jan 18, 2006 22:11:19 GMT -5
I've started my own blog recently. I'll be posting some of my work outs, favorite receipes, goals, and keep track of my progress and/or set backs along the way. tac364fitness.blogspot.com/Interested, check it out. Johnny
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Post by tac364 on Dec 21, 2005 19:36:50 GMT -5
Woulda, coulda, shoulda...you're still here to talk about...
Stay safe everybody.
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Post by tac364 on Dec 16, 2005 18:56:37 GMT -5
Thanks Vince, I'll check in for the "rest of the story"...
Johnny
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Post by tac364 on Dec 16, 2005 7:01:54 GMT -5
Okay here it goes:
It is almost a daily occurrence here that when I turn on my signal light to change lanes someone always interprets that to mean they should speed up and not let me in. So I expect that and intentionally turn on my signal light and leave it on for way longer than expected waiting for a jerk to fly past me. Sure I know this cannot always be done due to: last min changes in travel plans, new areas, not aware of locations etc.
Next, if I do make it in, this jerk inevitably flashes his lights, gives me the finger, honks his horn, etc. and in return for his kind gestures I ususally wave back as if to say "oops" and the scenario ususually ends there. If for some reason I felt that I was being followed, I would never go to my intended destination if it were home, a relatives home, or anywhere else that would set the jerk up for a later strike.
Instead, I would do what I term "heat runs". Through work, I've come to know this as a behavior of drug dealers in our area, but it works in this scenario too. I would turn here and there, u-turns, and appear to be driving aimlessly until the knucklehead just left me alone.
...still following: drive to a crowded public place, supermarket, outlet malls, (your local martial arts training center, hint, hint!). Make sure there are witnesses around.Have a cell phone? Call your local police department and let them know that you feel you are in danger (describe the jerk's car and the jerk and his clothing if possible, in case the cops pull up and your wiping his a*s, they know who is who!)
Don't worry about parking your car in an empty space, this may be to far from the entrance to the location. Pull the car right up to the door!!! Get inside and seek help. Most business now at least have security guards or even off duty police officers working on site. Make a scene! Criminals hate when people make a scene, do not like to have a lot of witnesses and tend to leave the area.
Guess I'm trying to say, avoid getting in that position in the first place. But I know that is not the real question here, so I'll here is the real answer:
My wife and I have a lil system down. We never really came up with it, but more discovered it. In my line of work, I walk among some shady characters. Sometimes they are on my side, sometimes not....sometimes you never know. In a smaller town like mine, I tend to run into some of these people regularly. In can make shopping with the family or a dinner out a difficult thing.
One day we were walking through Wal~mart and walked upon an informant that I had been using to buy Heroin from some local drug dealers. He was scarfing down all the free samples and just looked like hell. I put my hand on my wife's arm and calmly said "go". She immediately turned the cart into the next eisle and walked our lil girls with her. She was gone (and she is a very strong-headed woman). It worked, I don't know why, but she totally got the idea that this was a situation to be avoided. This system has worked out well other times too. Have something in place to let your loved ones know that there is a time and place to get the hell out and get help. Unless they are an a*s-kicking machine too....then consider yourself lucky!
Okay, now I'm ready for the above situation:
I park my car, the "ladies" are screaming. That is the time that I would send my wife away - get me some help!!!!! Let's say my cell is dead to take that out of the equation. One woman is blocking the way and they other is on her way. What do I do?
Probably dart between cars. If I feel that I am not in emmient danger, I'll move. Get away from them. Chickennuts? Naw, just trying to avoid months of court hearings, court cost, lawyer fees...and that's even if I'm justified in taking them out. I'm no Vince Fields, but surely I can out move a couple of 300+ ladies right? So why bother...
Okay, let's say I am in some serious danger here...Let's say that the driver is encroaching on me quickly and there is time to run. . . . . I let her have it! But in doing so, I use clear, concise, and extremely loud verbal commands: "get back", "get away from me", "I don't want to hurt/harm/injure you", "leave me alone", anything...let the witnesses know you are just pounding this lady for the hell of it...you are defending yourself.
Keep in mind that you should only be using the force necessary to defend yourself, to control the situation...who's to say when enough is enough? Well at that moment, you are. You have to continually evaluate the situation and determine whether or not to increase/decrease your force options. But remember, there will be those who stand in judgement later.
Coach Tony Blauer (www.tonyblauer.com) says that there are 3 fights in every physical confrontation:
You v. You: This is you giving yourself consent to fight, allowing yourself to defend yourself. This would where the driver was blocking the door. Can I really hit a woman...if you're in danger of getting injured, you bet. Some people never get past this point.....sadly, I have seen some police officers never get past this point.
You v. The Bad Guy: This is the obvious fight, the action, the force.
You v. Perception: As mentioned, there will be those who judge your actions: the police, the court, your friends and family, the media. I believe that this fight is often responsible for the loss of the previous two fights. I believe that it should be used more as a gauge, as a "ref stoppage" rather than a hinderance for defence. Footnote: thanks Coach Blauer.
Now, when it's said and done and if you're still coherent. Call the police!!!!! Don't leave the scene. If you do that, officers will only get one side of the story, and it's not your's!!! Stick around but distance yourself. Tell the officer exactly what happened. If you were scared, then dammit say you were scared!!! Don't try to play the tough guy, tell them you were scared and thought you were fixin' to get your a*s handed to you by two large angry women!!!!! ....and make sure it goes in your report...give a written statement (if you want to). That way you have a documented recollection of the events that can be used in court later if necessary. In not, you may end up in court months or years later. Try remember all the little details without something in writing....
Guess that's about it. I think I've covered some prevention/action/post-action stuff. I'd like to hear from some others as well as what Vince really did. Good luck to everyone out there. Plan ahead, cause you only get a split decision to make these decisions.
God bless, Johnny
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Post by tac364 on Aug 25, 2005 16:09:24 GMT -5
Excellent post! I've never liked the paddle back holster. I prefer something a little more secure whether scrambling or running. I recently did away with my "strapless" Kydex hoster as well. For some reason the company insist on calling those little metal things "retention screws". I moved back to a reliable Uncle Mike's nylon belt loop holster with a thumb break strap.
Can't go wrong with a Glock 22 with tac light rail and accomidating holster!
Johnny
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Post by tac364 on Aug 25, 2005 16:14:33 GMT -5
I constantly evaluate what weapons are available to me: keys, pen, chair, trashcan, etc. I don't carry off duty much, unless I am travelling with my family.
I hear a law just pa*sed in TX making it legal to travel with a handgun in the vehicle - FOR EVERYBODY! I haven't seen it in print yet though. Pros and cons!
Johnny
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Post by tac364 on Apr 26, 2004 7:53:11 GMT -5
Just dropping in to say that I totally dig the art for the new tshirts. Very different , very cool. Johnny
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Post by tac364 on Apr 18, 2004 22:55:17 GMT -5
Vince,
Can't wait to see the new shirts, etc. I'm always needing new shirts.
Glad to see you're expanding everything...
Keep it up Johnny
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Post by tac364 on Apr 7, 2004 12:21:48 GMT -5
Vince, Keep up the good work at SIU. As for the DVD's we're patiently standing by...
Johnny tac364@yahoo.com
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Post by tac364 on Jul 8, 2006 15:10:20 GMT -5
The Pat Miletich Seminar is confirmed for July 14th and 15th at Hill Country Atheletic Club in Sprin Branch Texas...This is within 15-20 minutes of San Antonio and New Braunfels....Its a great facilty with a ring, plenty of mat space, and all types of equipment.. The seminar will start on Friday the 14th @ 700pm till around 100pm or so.....It will continue on Saturday morning at 1000am and go till 300pm or so....Pat says we can cater the seminar to the groups ability and what they want to learn...We will seperate the groups based on experience so each person gets the most out of it... Combat Sports International is helping sponsor the seminar, and we will have give aways an equipment for sale while there... The cost is $150.00 go to mfs-texas.tripod.com or www.mfs-texas.com for more details Contact Angelo Floiran for registration or any questions 830-743-3539 mfs-texas@lycos.com
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Post by tac364 on Jan 6, 2006 19:23:14 GMT -5
An announcement has been made that will bring back Amateur MMA in the Great State of Texas!!! For the details check out: www.txmma.com! Johnny
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Post by tac364 on Dec 4, 2005 0:10:03 GMT -5
Good job... ...I like the switch move from top sprawl to taking the back and rolling..not sure what to call it, but we picked it up on Burt Richardson's Choke'em Out..nice lil setup. Was this an amateur event...we are having problems here in Texas. Ams have been temporarily banned pending further review, causing some fighters to turn pro too soon or travelling out of state. Wish us luck...
Johnny
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Post by tac364 on Jan 18, 2006 22:07:24 GMT -5
Don't know how I managed this one, but looks like the agency I work for is going to cover the tution for the Frank Shamrock seminar. SPEAR, then Vince, now F. Shammy ? This blows my mind!!!
I love my job...
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Post by tac364 on Jan 14, 2006 10:03:28 GMT -5
Haven't heard if it will be taped or not. I would hope it would since F. Shamrock doesn't have a law enforcement seminar vid on the market (don't think anyway). Win - win situation.
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Post by tac364 on Jan 13, 2006 6:33:32 GMT -5
Just a reminder about the seminar. It will be March 25th and 26th. Thanks to some new sponsers they were able to lower the price. Remember, submission fighting on day 1, law enforcement training on day 2. The Seguin Police Department was nice enough to cover TCLEOSE training hour credits for this training. Sounds like it's gonna be a blast. More info: www.ragecombat.com or write angelo@ragecombat.com Johnny
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Post by tac364 on Oct 19, 2005 21:46:36 GMT -5
Attention: Frank Shamrock will be coming to Buda, Texas in March '06 giving a seminar on his submission fighting system. A second day will be for law enforcement only cover his techniques for arrests and control. Check out the details at: www.ragecombat.comJohnny tac364@yahoo.com www.tabmoc.com
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Post by tac364 on Feb 20, 2006 13:07:31 GMT -5
Are there new RMATA gi logos out not on the site???
I just bought my first gi...since the karate days anyway...and looking pretty bare except for the Gameness patch...
Johnny
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Post by tac364 on May 27, 2005 12:45:18 GMT -5
stanimal, No prob...the guys to get of hold of are listed on the site. We train at either of their houses so they'd probably be the ones to contact.
Johnny
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Post by tac364 on May 16, 2005 16:08:47 GMT -5
Unlimited Fighting Options/Team Tabmoc have revamped the website. Check it out...It looks great...
Johnny
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Post by tac364 on Nov 30, 2004 18:13:34 GMT -5
Thanks Vince, I hear you may be down in the summer.(Keeping fingers crossed.) If so, you are MORE THAN WELCOME to swing by if you're in town during a training day. If not, I'm sure a couple of us will come see you at the Kojukan Academy.
Johnny Guerrero
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Post by tac364 on Nov 30, 2004 11:05:34 GMT -5
Good to hear from you Michael.
Well, I didn't start the group, I'd be proud to claim it if I had seeing how they are such a good group to work with.
Replied to your personal email.
God Bless, Johnny Guerrero
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Post by tac364 on Nov 29, 2004 22:10:57 GMT -5
I just wanted to chime in and invite anyone from the San Antonio area to our training group.
We train in a buddy's garage. No fees, no forms, and as our buddy Vince says, "No egos, no attitudes, no politics."
We train hard, but safe. We are all good friends/family. We train, have UFC Nites, and are starting to attend seminars together. We mingle with other training groups in the area to mix it up a little.
We are always looking for others to join us. We usually have anywhere from 4 - 8 guys in a session at a time. We train twice a day Wed and Suns. If you can only make it once in a while, that's cool too. We ask that everyone keep and open mind. Everyone has an equal say in what the group does. There is no one leader, but we all share ideas. Check your ego at the door and there should be no problems.
We are all different shapes, sized, strengths, weakness, experience levels and backgrounds. We focus on stand up from the Straight Blast guys, clinch from the Singer Bros. ground stuff from BJJ and pick from here and there on everything inbetwee. I'm looking forward to the RMATA DVD's to come out so we can start working on that too.
We'll enough about us. Feel free to contact me if you are interested in getting involved. We don't mind tradtional students trying to evolve or experience NHB/MMA/grappling guys. Contact me and get on the mat.
Johnny Guerrero tac364@yahoo.com
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Post by tac364 on Apr 26, 2004 12:10:23 GMT -5
Thanks guys, Currently in a small training group myself. We have a couple of LEO's in the group so we get to apply our stuff to the job as well.
A certain type of person is drawn to this kind of training. Unfortunately, not everyone in law enforcement is this type of person. Some may need to be pushed to train more than others. I'm looking for a way to motivate others to get involved as well as get the higher ranking officers to recognize that we need this training, equipment, man hours, etc. etc.
Preaching to the choir, but thanks guys... Johnny tac364@yahoo.com
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Post by tac364 on Apr 22, 2004 11:07:43 GMT -5
Jeff - Full time LEO here too. I was wondering if your agency has an ongoing DT curriculum, and if so how you guys got over some of the red tape to get it started. Just curious.
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Post by tac364 on Jan 9, 2005 19:14:55 GMT -5
You can hit me directly at: tac364@yahoo.com
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Post by tac364 on Jan 7, 2005 23:28:52 GMT -5
TEXTHappy New Year to the TXMMA community from Unlimited Fighting Options / Team TABMOC in San Antonio! I wanted to make a quick announcement regarding our groups’ recent ATG (Affiliate Training Gym) status with Straight Blast Gym International under Regional Directors Adam and Rory Singer. See link. www.straightblastgym.com/us_gyms.htm#South You can check out our site (major update coming in March!) and the SBGi site: www.tabmoc.com www.straightblastgym.com What does this ATG status mean, well it basically gives everyone a snap shot of what we’re about and how we train. I’m not going to reinvent the wheel so here’s an excerpt from the SBG forum on the Underground: www.mma.tv/TUF/index.cfm?ac=SetMasterFrame&FID=167&PID=17 “Straight Blast Gym International (SBGi) has evolved to become one of the most innovative and influential forces in modern martial arts. Founded on the principle of “aliveness” – a performance-based approach that emphasizes experience over preconception – SBGi is an organization dedicated to providing fun, functional and performance based training to individuals of all ages and backgrounds.” “Its worldwide pioneering staff of coaches, instructors, affiliates, and members has enabled SBGi to utilize and adapt proven, living delivery systems such as MMA, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, boxing, judo, Muay Thai, and wrestling to address a diverse range of applications and interests ranging from self-defense, sport, recreation, and fitness to specialized units, agencies and services.” “Ultimately, the goal of aliveness as embodied across the entire SBGi curriculum is to foster human freedom, wellness, creativity, and development in a safe, fun, and rewarding environment. Please feel free to join the forum, share and contribute in this spirit.” If you like what you see on the links provided please contact us to discuss joining our training group. With all due respect, please read through our home page and some of the content of the SBGi page before requesting additional info on our group. Best wishes to all your aspirations in the New Year! Wally “catfish” Herrera San Antonio, TX Performance, not image! _________________ Catfish out! "If it were easy, everyone would do it!" Any questions/comment/inquiries email me at tac364@yahoo.com. Johnny
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Post by tac364 on Aug 25, 2005 16:04:16 GMT -5
...and you are always welcome! We will have to see what the future holds. I'm still looking forward to the DVD's to be released.
Johnny
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Post by tac364 on Aug 25, 2005 0:07:36 GMT -5
To Vince, Michael, Tabmocers and KJA crew: Once again I was called to duty (well they twisted my arm, and not in a good way). Sorry I had to miss the seminar. I know I missed a wealth of knowledge. I'll have to catch the next ones. Congrats to those who tested and were awarded their Level One exam.
Take care, I'll be back soon, Johnny
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Post by tac364 on May 27, 2005 12:43:33 GMT -5
Hey Vince,
Just letting you know, a few of us have cleared our schedules for the SA Seminar. Looking forward to it and good move bringing some of the goodies...
Johnny
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Post by tac364 on Aug 25, 2005 23:13:49 GMT -5
Definitely good for the sport. So glad Spike TV has carried TUF and some UFC fight nights!
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