The Endeavor difference
Endeavor Defense and Fitness offers a variety of course curriculum. And though it gives our members an opportunity to change things up, that really isn’t the intent. Any good fitness…
It’s Time to Test!
Our self defense program is built not only to supply you with the concepts and techniques to better survive a threat, but also to push you physically and psychologically to…
Why technique is not a solution
Technique and Tool Worship: Working to a Solution Previously, we examined what it takes to make a technique effective. The idea that some techniques are inherently “good” or “bad” is…
Finding growth outside your comfort zone
“Growth takes place outside of our comfort zone.” You often hear these words when it comes to improvement and growth, whether it be public speaking, fitness, self protection etc. It’s…
Are You Training Your Students to Pass a Test…or to Survive?
Most martial art systems have some form of ranking, whether it’s belts or levels. In many traditional martial arts you must perform specific katas in precise ways to earn stripes…
Prevention: Don’t be a Target
Self-defense is the practice of personal protection, and good self-defense must prepare you for the possibility of the Ambush. That is, circumstances that are surprising and threatening. That simply means…
Self-defense: What works?
Every industry is challenged on the validity of its product or service. Deciding what car is reliable often depends on what the consumer considers “reliable.” Does “reliable” mean low frequency…
Safety through training beats false security
The Placebo Effect – Why safety through training is better than false security My sister sent me a text the other day with this picture she took of a magazine…