Feeler: DPG Knife/Counter-Knife Course in Fort Wayne

[LotsofGlocks]

I just took the DPG Utah Non Res permit class and was wanting to put out a feeler to see if anybody would be intrested in taking the DPG Defensive Knife course in Fort Wayne? The Utah class was great and very informative cant wait to see what the Knife course brings. Looking for a class off atleast 12 people.

Thanks

1.Me
2.ThePope-Depends on the day
3.agentcox000-Depends on the day
4.Fatguyinalittlecoat
5. and 6.Gmviso and Wife
7.T-Rav
8.JohnP82

 

[ThePope]

Myself, I was gonna ask about "old farts" combat training of some kind...hand to hand, knife in hand, or some such thing.....I haven't looked yet into the courses offered by Floyd and crew, I will soon, though.

I may be up for a knife course, seems prudent to do some of that.

Depends on the cost, and the day, but yeah, sounds like a good idea, if the interest is strong enough ....

I am Out....

 

[agentcox000]

I'd be interested as well, but would also depend on date and time. Gotta work every once in a while...

 

[LotsofGlocks]

I was thinking a Saturday maybe in April/May?

 

[JimFloyd]

Obviously no date has been set, but here is the general information on the defensive knife course for consideration purposes only. It is a 6 hour course (and, as usual, I am willing to stick around after wards if anyone has questions):

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Gain essential skills to use your knife and/or defend against a knife in a lethal force encounter!


What you will be doing during this fast paced, highly interactive and hands-on course:

• Legally using force to protect yourself or a third person
• Understanding the force continuum
• Making use of force decisions
• Discussing the psychology of edged weapon use
  
• Reviewing knife laws
• Selecting an everyday carry knife
• Carrying techniques
  
• Drawing your knife
• Gripping your knife
• Opening your knife using various techniques
• Cutting a practice target
  
• Moving in and out of various ranges
• Stepping and footwork drills
  
• Practicing angles of attack
• Performing alive hand / empty hand techniques
  
• Activating pressure points with a closed knife
• Defending against knife attacks
• Deploying a firearm (simulated) in Force-on-Force simulations
  
• Using improvised weapons to counter knife attacks
  
• Protecting anatomical targets
• and More!

Please wear clothing that you typically wear on the street, including the same type of shoes. This is realistic training for the real world, not a gym or dojo!​

Bring any (all) knives you normally carry, or intend to carry to class with you. While this course will primarily focus on the use of folding knives, we will be happy to discuss fixed blade knives as well. ALSO, contact Jim BEFORE you go out and buy a knife, especially if you are buying one to use in this course. You can spend a lot of money on a knife (Jim knows, he has and still does!) but there are good choices that are less expensive and work well. We highly recommend that you get/have a MANUAL knife with a THUMB STUD when first learning as they are the easiest to open, properly grip and use (besides being legal in the most states!).

We will take a 30 minute snack break. Please bring something lite to eat, and plenty of water to drink to keep yourself energized and hydrated.


Class size is limited and pre-registration is required!

Instructors: Jim Floyd, M.Ed., is a master instructor in edged weapons, holds advanced black belt ranking in Shigaisen Ryu Budo, and is a certified full instructor in Jeet Kune Do and Kali-Silat. He can be reached at jfloyd @ dignitaryprotectiongroup .com (remove all spaces)


Cost: $99.00 per person (includes student manual and certification card)


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And YES, ThePope, old farts are welcome... I am one and will be the instructor!

 

[LotsofGlocks]

Thanks for posting the info Jim

 

[LotsofGlocks]

Still looking for 9 people

 

[fatguyinalittlecoat]

I would be interested...

 

[gmviso]

Count me and my better half in. She was really taken by Jim's teaching skills last Saturday.

 

[LotsofGlocks]

Sounds good added ya to the list

Thanks

 

[T-rav]

Im a possibility

 

[LotsofGlocks]

Im a possibility

Added ya to the list

 

[JohnP82]

depending on funds and timing you know im in!

 

[JohnP82]

Count me and my better half in. She was really taken by Jim's teaching skills last Saturday.

I would probably retake drivers ed if I knew Jim were the instructor!

 

[LotsofGlocks]

depending on funds and timing you know im in!

Sounds good

 

[LotsofGlocks]

Still looking for 4 to 5 people

 

[LotsofGlocks]

TTT Still looking for 4 to 5 people

 

[JimFloyd]

I will send an email to the folks who attended the Utah course in Garrett yesterday as some expressed an interest in this course.

Regards,

Jim

TTT Still looking for 4 to 5 people

 

[LotsofGlocks]

I will send an email to the folks who attended the Utah course in Garrett yesterday as some expressed an interest in this course.

Regards,

Jim

Thanks Jim

 

[JimFloyd]

Let's get a date set and move forward with the course.