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Self Defense Books and DVDs

Gavin de Becker
The Gift of Fear and Other Survival Signals that Protect Us From Violence

"Instead of shrugging off these fears, we need to listen to them, see why we're having them, and act accordingly. Far from being silly intuitions, often these can truly show when something is wrong and violence might be imminent; if listened to, along with information about how violent people behave, these feelings might protect us from harm." -Library Journal

Orem library has a copy.

Tim Larkin
How to Survive the Most Critical 5 Seconds of your Life  (book)

"The first book ever written for the everyday laymen that makes the case for using violence as your ultimate survival tool. Discover unique principles & powerful methods for effective self protection in an increasingly hostile 21st century. See why it’s not about years of martial arts or sports training (you can learn this in just days, even hours). Learn to protect yourself or loved ones regardless of your size, strength or stamina… even if he’s bigger, faster or stronger than you."

TFT Human Weapon  (DVD's and book package)

With Washington clamoring for gun control, here’s how to protect yourself and your family.

"Having a gun is great. But in today’s world of remorseless criminal violence it’s not enough. Here’s what’s required if you hope to Survive The Most Critical 5 Seconds Of Your Life!"

Tony Blauer
PDR/BYOB Manual —'Be Your Own Bodyguard' (book)
The recommended starting point for Tony Blauer's SPEAR material.

Take It To The Streets—Companion DVD to PDR/BYOB Manual
The companion to the original '10 Streetfighting Guides' which evolved into the PDR Manual.

 Tony Blauer explains the 'Startle-Flinch' response.
"You've got to weather the ambush."

Peyton Quinn
Bouncer's Guide To Barroom Brawling: Dealing With The Sucker Puncher, Streetfighter, And Ambusher (book)

“I remember talking to (the author) about his background and he said he laughed when he heard folks say that Aikido didn't work. . . . It's amazing how well Iriminage works when you bounce the guy's head off the bar." -George Ledyard

Related Pages

Utah Self Defense Resources

Aikido DVDs

Some Great Books You Really Oughta Read, by Meik Skoss