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Academy Journal
& Field Notes
The Academy Journal is the living record of the Capability Academy. Here you’ll find Field Notes, articles, video lessons, podcast notes, and practical insights gathered through decades of study, teaching, and continual refinement.
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Rank Advancement: The Four Pillars of Progress in Martial Arts
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C-Tac System: Enhancing Personal Safety Through Professional Security Habits
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The Path to Mastery: Embracing the Fundamentals
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Birds of a feather flock together. So, if you want nicer feathers, upgrade your flock!
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The Power of Environmental Design in Defensive Tactics Training
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Pre-Attack Indicators: The Proactive Approach to Personal Safety in the C-Tac® System
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Simplicity Is Mastery: Unlocking the Power of Distillation
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Enhancing Defensive Tactics Training Programs
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Living Mechanics: Unraveling the Intricacies of the Human Machine
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How Do You Develop Self Discipline?
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Resilience Rooted in Martial Arts: Lessons from the Poem ‘Good Timber
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The Baker Defensive Tactics Training Triad
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The Power of the Breath: Unleashing Inner Potential through the Full Cycle Breath
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Awakening to Serenity: Redefining Morning Routines in a Digitally Distracted World
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The C-Tac® Conference: A Unique Approach to Martial Arts and Self-Protection
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The Upcoming Overcome & Survive Workshop
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Embark on the path of becoming a warrior:
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Course Update: ABBJJ Camp – June 2023 – Day 2
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Embracing Continuous Improvement: The Philosophy and Techniques of Kaizen
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The Power of Mindfulness: Harnessing Present Moment Awareness for Success
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Vehicle Centric Defensive Tactics: Mastering the Art of Defense in Unpredictable Environments
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Cultivating Self-Awareness:
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Overcome & Survive Workshop: A Testament to Preparedness
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Simplicity Is Mastery: The Power of Simplifying Your Journey
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Understanding Standoff Footprint: Identifying Surveillance and Counter-Surveillance Indicators
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C-Tac® Culture Immersion Education Process
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Warrior’s Wisdom: Embracing Continuous Learning for Growth and Mastery
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