Intro to Combatives
Beginner
COURSE DETAILS
"I don't need to know how to fight. I carry a gun." It's a statement many people have heard, or even believed. The reality is that most violent encounters never rise to the level of deadly force. And even when they do, your firearm isn't always the first—or best—solution. This four-hour Intro to Combatives course introduces students to the fundamentals of integrated combatives and the importance of having multiple force options available. Students will learn the basic principles of managing threats at close range, maintaining control of distance, and transitioning between empty-hand techniques and tools when appropriate. Through practical drills and hands-on instruction, students will develop a foundational understanding of stance, movement, striking, stand-up grappling, blade awareness, and accessing defensive tools within arm's reach. COURSE OVERVIEW: - Mindset and defensive decision-making - Threat assessment and distance management - Fighting stance and movement fundamentals - Basic striking techniques - Introduction to stand-up grappling - Introduction to blade work - Producing defensive tools within arm's reach - Transitions between empty-hand skills and other force options COURSE REQUIREMENTS: - No live firearms or ammunition are permitted in this course. - Weather and range appropriate clothing (suitable for physical movement, closed-toe shoes, hat, sunscreen) - Holster and inert pistol shape (Blue Gun, SIRT pistol, Mantis, or similar) - Aluminum training blade (if available - will be provided if needed). Recommended brands: Amtac Blades, Headhunter Blades, Sayoc, Atienza, and North Forge Legacy Blades - Notebook, pen, and Sharpie marker - Blow-out kit and tourniquet - Water and snacks DURATION: 4 Hours No prior combatives experience is required. This course serves as an excellent introduction for responsibly armed citizens looking to build practical defensive skills beyond marksmanship. Students will leave with a better understanding of close-range encounters, defensive decision-making, and the role that empty-hand skills and other force options play in personal protection before a firearm becomes necessary.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE BOOKING OR ATTENDING TRAINING. Firearms training involves inherent risk, including serious bodily injury or death. ASSUMPTION OF RISK You voluntarily assume all risks associated with firearms training, including risks arising from your own actions, other participants, equipment, environmental conditions, and negligence of Lykos Training Center Inc. and its staff, to the fullest extent permitted by Massachusetts law. LIABILITY WAIVER REQUIRED All participants must sign a Firearms Training Agreement – Waiver of Liability & Assumption of Risk before participation. This agreement includes a waiver of claims, including those based on negligence, as allowed by law, and governs the full legal relationship between you and Lykos Training Center Inc. ARRIVAL REQUIREMENT Participants must arrive 30 minutes prior to their scheduled start time to allow for check-in, travel to the range, safety briefing, and preparation. Late arrival may result in denial of participation without refund. SAFETY & REMOVAL POLICY You must follow all safety rules and instructor directions at all times. Lykos Training Center reserves the right to remove any participant immediately, without refund or credit, if safety rules are violated or if the participant is deemed unsafe, impaired, or unfit for training. LEGAL COMPLIANCE You are solely responsible for complying with all federal and Massachusetts firearms laws and ensuring you are legally eligible to participate. NO GUARANTEE OF OUTCOME Participation does not guarantee skill level, certification, employment, or any legal authority to possess or carry firearms. POLICIES INCORPORATED By booking, you agree to all Lykos Training Center policies, including Safety & Range Policy, Booking & Cancellation Policy, Privacy Policy, and Terms & Conditions. MEDIA NOTICE Training may be recorded (photo/video/audio). By participating, you consent to incidental recording and authorize use for business and promotional purposes unless you opt out in writing before training begins. CONFIRMATION By booking or attending a training with Lykos Training Center, you confirm you have read, understood, and agree to this notice and all referenced policies and waiver terms.