International Personal Self-Defense Blog by Robb Hamic

Israeli self defense is both instinctive and practical for the real world

March 24, 2009--     Sometimes and more frequently people are being attacked in the United States.  Aggravated Assault crime statistics are rising and this is the kind of crime that is intended to bring death or great bodily harm to the victim.  Murder rates are decreasing only through our advances in medical care and our ability to keep people alive through fast response.  

Don't be fooled by the positive "spin" you hear on the news.  Violent crime happens in the United States with greater frequency than ever before. 

Many people practice different styles of martial arts for different reasons but we need to understand that we are "betting our lives" on our choice...

What happens on the street if you are alone and attacked by two determined individuals?  What will be your response?

When you want to be able to defend yourself and your loved ones - you don't want it to take years to learn. Traditional Martial Arts take years to perfect, introducing material in stages, by belt level curriculums.  This delays your learning to become effective in defending yourself. In fact, traditional Martial Arts have very little to do with real life self-defense. Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a sport that has gained a lot of publicity in the last few years due to the UFC and Pride. While MMA is closer to Reality-Fighting than traditional Martial Arts are, it is still not a real fight. In an MMA fight, the competitor knows he is only confronted with a single attacker in a frontal direction. In training and fighting in such manner the athlete focuses his/her vision forward only and constantly rotates side to side to keep the opponent aligned. 

In Reality-Fighting, things are completely different! To begin with, most one-on-one confrontations are the result of an ambush and come out of nowhere, (which brings to the table a completely different level of stress.) Then there is the issue of multiple attackers, weapon deployment, etc.

If traditional Martial Arts or MMA is your interest, we are NOT the school for you.

As an Israeli system that can trace its origins directly to the battlefields in the Middle East, the practicality of our system is matched by none. Professional Martial Arts instructors and Law Enforcement personnel from all over the country travel to our school all the time to upgrade their existing systems of self-defense. 

 

The philosophy is that no one has the right to touch you with malicious intent and anyone who does should be dealt with immediately and aggressively to enable you to be safe and secure at the end of the day.  



My name is Robb Hamic. I am an Israeli self-defense and women's self defense instructor.  I teach Israeli Combat Shooting, Israeli Tactical Knife, Ground Survival and other course at our two schools.  DVD's are available for purchase online (CLICK HERE) of you want training but aren't close to our schools. Matt Knaub is a lead instructor at our Albuquerque school and he is a professional MMA Fighter and also certified In Israeli Self-defense together with jujitsu, thai boxing and boxing.   

Taser training and sales for individuals provided by Robb Hamic, self-defense expert.

Albuquerque, NM and Austin, TX-- March 18, 2009. Robb Hamic is a certified Taser Instructor and Certified Law Enforcement Trainer.  He recommends the Taser device for personal self defense and home defense as a useful tool in combating violence.

Mr. Hamic instructs hundreds of law enforcement officers and individuals to deploy Taser to help save their lives.  "The device is easy to use and it ends violent encounters if used properly," says Hamic.  "Size doesn't matter to the Taser and it will work as desired on people of very large size, people under the influence of drugs or mentally disturbed individuals.

Summit self-defense deploys Taser training as one of its many self defense systems that it teaches to the public.  Summit self defense operates schools in two locations, Albuquerque and Austin.  Mr. Hamic provides seminars across the country on use of force, self defense, israeli self defense, handgun deployment and other topics.He can be reached through e-mail: robb@callsummit.com

Check out the Summit Self-defense website and online store: http://www.summitselfdefense.com  

		Feel Safer With TASER Personal Protection Easy As Pressing A Button   TASER personal protection systems give you the peace of mind of knowing you have the most effective self-defense option available, but without resorting to lethal force. Whether you're at home or on the road, the TASER C2 Personal Protector provides your family a safer and more effective personal safety option. Protection You Can Take With You   At only 7 ounces, the TASER C2 is lightweight and convenient to carry in your pocket, purse or car. TASER devices are not considered firearms by the U.S. Government and can be legally carried (concealed or open) in 43 states.* Police Agencies Worldwide Rely On TASER   Law enforcement agencies rigorously test every piece of equipment before they choose to deploy.  When over 12,500 police agencies in over 40 countries have selected TASER technology, you know it's the most effective and reliable safety technology available.   Protecting yourself with a TASER device is simple and easy with proper training provided either online and/or the DVD that is included with the TASER C2.  Just slide the safety back, press the trigger button and the device automatically deploys. The optional laser makes aiming easy. This is unlike any other self-defense system.   There's no recoil, no risk of chemicals blowing back on you, and best of all, you don't have to make the decision to take a life to protect your own personal safety.

Israeli shooting for women's self defense. Real world gun deployment training for home defense or concealed carry.

I teach Israeli Combat Shooting but it is not just for soldiers as the name implies.  I teach the same exact system to housewives, women, men, law enforcement or soldiers and they all learn it at the same speed and basically the same proficiency.  

Most women don't believe that they can learn effective gun deployment (drawing a weapon and using it effectively).  I teach students effective gun deployment within 4 hours.

I prefer to teach women because they come to me ready to learn and without poor habits or the the "male ego."  Consider this: is it safer to have a gun for self defense and not know how to use it? Is it better to not have a gun at all if you can't deploy it in a stressful situation to protect yourself and your loved ones?

Check out any of my websites for more information but please protect yourself.  

http://www.israelicombatshooting.com

Stalking is a crime. Resources for women being stalked.

Albuquerque, NM- March 14, 2009-- My firm provides personal protection, bodyguard work and we are providing an increasing number of services to women who are being stalked in Albuquerque.  As a former Sheriff's Detective, I have seen many stalking cases but this crime is increasing at an alarming rate and the newest study shows that 1 out of every 4 women in New Mexico will be stalked at least once!  Stalking is defined by NM law as 3 or more unwanted contacts by a person that has been "warned."

Women have options and resources when they are being stalked but they often say that they feel powerless to prevent it and a restraining order isn't much of a deterrent.  Summit Security & Investigation ® offers a unique service that we call Anti-Stalking that empowers our clients, prevents further violence, provides protection and documents the case for law enforcement prosecution.  This service is a blend of self-defense instruction, firearms training, Taser Training, bodyguard work and investigation.  Contact me if you are interested in learning more: robb@callsummit.com, visit our website or call our Albuquerque offices- 505-255-6063. Call Robb Hamic today.

STALKING IN NEW MEXICO

• Nearly one in four women and one in fourteen men are stalked at least once in their

lifetime in the State of New Mexico.

• While New Mexico law enforcement reported 162 incidents in 2007, the 2003 New

Mexico Victimization Survey reported 17,177 individuals had been stalked a total of

245,631 times, an average of 14.3 times per year. As of December 2008, 50 Santa Fe

individuals reported being stalked.

• 34% of stalking victims reported to law enforcement.

• 83% of stalkers are male.

• 44% of stalking victims were injured by their stalker.

• 26% of stalking victims filed an Order for Protection. In more than half of these cases

(51%) the PO was violated.

• Only 5.5% of stalking crimes resulted in an arrest.

• In 1 out of 17 cases charges were filed.

• In 13% of cases, charges were dropped.

• 51% of defendants pled guilty.

• 54% of disposed stalking cases resulted in conviction.

• In 31% of stalking cases, a weapon was involved, especially if the victim was another

male.

• Courts take stalking of males by males more seriously than stalking of females. Males

who stalk males were less likely to be acquitted and received longer sentences by 2 years.

• There are 5.5% fewer arrests for stalkers than for perpetrators of domestic violence.

• 50% of victims of domestic violence and stalking are also victims of sexual assault.

• Stalking behaviors begin in adolescence at twice the rate of dating violence.

Incidence and Nature of Domestic Violence In New Mexico VIII: An Analysis of 2007 Data From The New Mexico

Interpersonal Violence Data Central Repository. Caponera, Betty. Ph.D. Funded by: Office of Injury Prevention,Injury and Behavioral Epidemiology Bureau, Epidemiology and Response Division, New Mexico Department of Health, Through the New Mexico Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs, July 2008.

30-3A-3. Stalking; penalties. 1997.

A. Stalking consists of a person knowingly pursuing a pattern of conduct that would cause a reasonable person to feel frightened, intimidated or threatened. The alleged stalker must intend to place another person in reasonable apprehension of death, bodily harm, sexual assault, confinement or restraint or the alleged stalker must intend to cause a reasonable person to fear for his safety or the safety of a household member. In furtherance of the stalking, the alleged stalker must commit one or more of the following acts on more than one occasion:

(1) following another person, in a place other than the residence of the alleged stalker;
(2) placing another person under surveillance by being present outside that person's residence, school, workplace or motor vehicle or any other place frequented by that person, other than the residence of the alleged stalker; or 
(3) harassing another person.

B. As used in this section, "household member" means a spouse, former spouse, family member, including a relative, parent, present or former step-parent, present or former in-law, child or co-parent of a child, or a person with whom the victim has had a continuing personal relationship. Cohabitation is not necessary to be deemed a household member for the purposes of this section.

C. Whoever commits stalking is guilty of a misdemeanor. Upon a second or subsequent conviction, the offender is guilty of a fourth degree felony.

D. In addition to any punishment provided pursuant to the provisions of this section, the court shall order a person convicted of stalking to participate in and complete a program of professional counseling at his own expense.

 Â§ 30-3A-2. Harassment; penalties. 1997.

A. Harassment consists of knowingly pursuing a pattern of conduct that is intended to annoy, seriously alarm or terrorize another person and that serves no lawful purpose. The conduct must be such that it would cause a reasonable person to suffer substantial emotional distress.

B. Whoever commits harassment is guilty of a misdemeanor

OTHER RESOURCES FOR WOMEN BEING STALKED

http://www.multistalkervictims.org/s-to-s-laws.htm

http://www.aardvarc.org/stalking/main.shtml

What is the Israeli self-defense?

Austin, TX- March 14, 2009  What is the Israeli self-defense and what makes it different from other Israeli systems?  I am asked this question a lot.

The Israeli Self Defense system is far from being an ordinary Martial Art; it is the wave of the future in hand-to-hand combat and street fighting methodologies. It incorporates both unarmed and armed fighting methods. One of the most important features of the Haganah system is that, unlike many traditional martial arts systems, it is continuously enhanced.  It uses the best of the best in self-defense and combat methodologies. 

 Check out the Summit self-defense website for more information by clicking HERE.

Kidnappings in Mexico.. Spring Break or just a "vacation."

March 11. 2009.-- Mexico does not keep reliable official crime statistics, so it is hard to know how widespread kidnappings are.  In Mexico, kidnapping has long been a business like any other criminal enterprise.  Abductors seek low-risk, high-return targets.  The kidnapping market is shifting.  Wealthy people in Mexico are no longer easy targets.  They surround themselves with guards, ride in armored cars, vary their routines and use good security systems.  Kidnappers have reacted by moving to Mexico's middle class and tourists.  

Mexico ranks as the #1 place for kidnapping according to an international insurance agency, beating out Columbia, Nigeria, Chechnya, Iraq and Haiti.

You can take precautions against kidnapping when traveling to Mexico.  Keep a low profile, don't wear expensive jewelry, avoid dangerous neighborhoods and random night-clubs and don't use standard Taxis.  Only use hotel cars or taxis when traveling.  

It is important for travelers to be aware or their surroundings.  Self defense can play a vital role in escaping a kidnapping of the kidnap victim can escape immediately after being attacked.  Often, the first few seconds of an attack may be the only opportunity for escape.  Israeli self defense teaches its students how to immediately deal with quick and violent encounters or attacks.  Click this LINK for more information. 

Effective self-defense, the Israeli way...

Summit self-defense teaches  the evolution of all Israeli martial arts. This reality-based system is designed to teach effective self-defense in a short time. 

Size does not matter. 

This system is equally effective for women and men. Techniques are designed to minimize your effort, enabling you to work effectively even when you are at a size, strength or position disadvantage. We teach you to exploit others weak points and react instinctively.

It focuses on achieving certain common objectives in virtually all scenarios, thereby making it easier to learn and more immediately effective than many systems. We do not use a belt system where it can take years to learn the most effective advanced material. The most effective learning starts on the first day of class!

 Anyone can learn it.

 No previous martial arts
experience is required. 

 People of any fitness level
can participate and get in
better shape.

 Students learn self-defense
on the first lesson.

 It is easy to learn.

 HaganaH will make you feel       
safe and secure.                                                                     CLICK HERE

Women's self-defense - Women are confronted with many possibilities of violence in today's society. HaganaH gives women the solutions for acts of violence, attacks, intimidation, stalking, harassment domestic abuse and sexual assault. Many of our classes and seminars are primarily attended by women and focused on their unique threats.

The Team
Nationally Certified, Recognized and Respected

Robb Hamic is a  Ground Survival, Israeli Tactical Knife Fighting (ITK) and Israeli Combat Shooting Instructor (ICS). He is U.S. Army Gulf War Veteran, former Deputy and Detective. He is also a Certified Law Enforcement Trainer (CLET) and he instructs officers on all aspects of police work and weapons. His specialty is hand-to-hand tactics, firearms, Taser and use of force. Robb has spent much of his life in martial arts and training others. Robb is a regular columnist for the International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors (IALEFI) and has many published articles and training columns. 

Matt Knaub He is also a Jujitsu, boxing, kick-boxing and Thai boxing instructor. He is a successful professional MMA fighter currently training for a title belt. He holds medals from the Pan American Games, Grappler's Quest and other Tournaments. Matt is top manager/trainer at Summit Security & Investigations. He is the lead trainer at our Albuquerque location and he brings his real-life fighting experience to our system.

Check out the Summit self-defense website: 

www.summitselfdefense.com

Repeat offenders continue to break the law... Personal self-defense

Albuquerque, NM-  March 9, 2009.

Albuquerque's repeat criminal offenders who were convicted of crimes but got plea deals, deferred prosecution, probation or early release are out committing crimes.  This is an unfortunate fact but it is true.  Why not?  Those who receive leniency from the Courts are likely to receive it a gain and again- until they murder someone.  Look at an excerpt of a story that appeared in the Albuquerque Journal today.

  The man charged with the Feb. 22 killing of Danny Armijo was on probation at the time of the killing and has a lengthy criminal history that includes guilty pleas for 15 different crimes, probation violations and charges of escaping from police custody. 

Gino Alderete, 38, is charged with killing 27-year-old Danny Armijo during what police now say was a drug deal turned violent in an apartment on the 3200 block of Wellesley NE. 

Alderete's criminal history dates to 1997, and he has pleaded guilty to at least 15 different crimes, including aggravated battery, aggravated burglary, escaping from custody and drug trafficking. 

He was most recently placed on probation for cocaine trafficking, breaking and entering and heroin possession, and a bench warrant had been issued for Alderete after he failed to appear at a probation violation hearing scheduled for Feb. 4. He had been charged with violating his probation once before in June 2001. 

Because of Alderete's criminal history, he was sentenced as a habitual offender in 2000. Most of his cases have been settled with plea deals, including a deal in 2005 in which Alderete was charged with aggravated stalking, breaking and entering, false imprisonment, criminal damage to property, three counts of battery against a household member and five counts of violating a protection order. He pleaded to the breaking and entering charge, and the rest of the charges were dropped by the District Attorney's Office, according to court records. District Attorney spokesman Pat Davis said that prosecutors use plea deals only when they are appropriate and that cases involving stalking and domestic violence can be good examples. 

"We look at how willing the victim is to cooperate; our ultimate goal is to protect the victim," he said. "Sometimes, pleas work out better for everyone.  Davis also said it is up to the final discretion of a judge to determine whether an offender is sentenced to probation. 

Fourteen probationers have been charged with homicide since summer 2003, accounting for 17 deaths, according to court records.  Several people were in the apartment the night Armijo was killed and had been "smoking crack" when Armijo and Alderete allegedly went into a bathroom to conduct a drug transaction, according to the complaint. One witness said she heard a thump from the bathroom as if something had fallen, then she heard the sound of a gun cocking and a single shot. 

According to the complaint, the witness told police she left with Alderete, who said, "I think I shot him."  Alderete was arrested Wednesday and is being held without bond at the Metropolitan Detention Center. 

People should be aware that criminals confront people who are easy targets. Studies show that "victim's" body language plays a big part in potential violent attacks.  Attackers look for a certain look in a victim.  The above news story shows that victim's often deal with experienced criminals who feel that they have nothing to lose.  

Self defense is a human right. What happens when the cops don't come?

What happens when Police or Security Officers are not available?

Many of the articles on this blog talk about the illegal Security companies in Albuquerque and throughout New Mexico. Recently Mr. Hamic posted a series of self defense related blogs. I believe the public needs to know that the headlines that make it to the news are only half of it.

If your property has hired a reputable Security company they have taken the first step to protect you. What steps have you taken as an individual or a family? Many Security companies have amazing response times to emergency calls, However sometimes with Security or Police it’s just too little too late. Do you know how to protect yourself until professional responders arrive, will you even have time to call?

In New Mexico, and throughout the USA we’re groomed to believe that the Police will protect us, that it could “never happen to us”, it only happens to the other guy and he probably deserves it.

This couldn’t be further from the truth! Working in this industry I have seen true victims, who have done nothing wrong, who did not even know their attacker. I also know that while the Police try to help everyone- it is a fact that the Supreme Court has ruled that Police have no duty to protect individual citizens.

I am a strong advocate for Mr. Hamic’s training programs. I have trained under Mr. Hamic for Firearms and can say that he is a very knowledgeable, professional, and patient instructor who has innovative and very practical drills. If you want to learn how to draw your weapon, and fire it from 3 and 7 yards with 72% (state minimum) accuracy there are plenty of instructors out there. If you want to learn accuracy from an instructor who is qualified to teach cops, if you want to learn less than lethal alternatives, and weapon retention I’d definitely recommend Robb Hamic.  If guns aren’t for you Mr. Hamic also instructs unarmed self defense which is also a great program.

Written By:

Anthony J.. Landavazo, Member of OverWatch Security, LLC 

Albuquerque, NM

www.GoOverWatch.com

505-265-0581

It is your right and duty to protect yourself- are you qualified?

Home invasions... happen in the United States..

Learn weapon deployment that works in real-world, stressful, violent encounters.

Most people say that they didn't receive effective weapon deployment training when they qualified for their CCW (concealed weapon) permit.  

Most people say that they are unsure if they could successfully deploy their gun in a real attack.

Summit self-defense teaches effective gun deployment in a four hour class.  This is the same weapons training being taught to the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF).  It is just as effective for a woman who has never held a gun.  These courses are intended for individuals who carry a gun or have one in the home for protection.  Women or men. 

Summit self-defense sells DVD's that reveal the weapon deployment techniques through its on-line store.

Robert Hamic is a certified Haganah Israeli Combat Shooting Instructor, NRA Law Enforcement and civilian teacher and he writes articles on Israeli Combat shooting for International Law Enforcement Training publications.   

Please learn something that will be effective because your life might depend on it (or those that you love).