We had a strong turnout with 10+ in attendance. For those of you that missed it I decided to include a crib notes versions of what was covered. Before I post that though I would like to give a special thank you to our buddies on Fusion Fight Co for coming out to help with this seminar. There was plenty discussed and practiced and we could not have done it without you. 
Instructors: Thom Cart Thom Cart is the owner and head instructor of FUSION FIGHT CO. and has been a practitioner of the Martial Arts since 1990. With over a decade of competing across the state of Texas, teaching countless students, private clients and both national and international competitive fighters, Thom has developed a progressive style of teaching that anyone can understand and follow. Today, he proudly leads a strongly devoted team of fighters, athletes and future champions. Thom is constantly advancing his knowledge and skills to incorporate the newest and most successful techniques and is supported by some of the best organizations in the industry (see Affiliations). All of which are contributed into the FUSION FIGHT CO. programs. Thom is also a proud husband and father. In fact, all three of his children, who include his oldest daughter and two younger sons, are actively training in the Martial Arts at FUSION FIGHT CO. which also allows him to spend even more quality time with his family and share his passion of the Martial Arts. CREDENTIALS
- Founder of FUSION FIGHT CO.
- Fight Manager and Promoter
- Professional Martial Artist
- Over 20 Years of Martial Arts Experience
- Over 10 Years of Teaching Experience
- Member of Team Sylvio Behring USA
- Member of Guardian Muay Thai Team
- Certified Advanced Muay Thai Trainer- Awarded by Master Sakasem Kanthawong and Kru John Valentine
- Sylvio Behring Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Purple Belt / Instructor Certified- Awarded by Master Sylvio Behring, Professor Peter Iacavazzi & Professor Michael Hermosillo
- 3rd Degree Black Belt Taekwondo – Awarded by Master Richard Davis
- 3rd Degree Black Belt Hapkido – Awarded by Master Richard Davis
- 1st Degree Black Belt Philippine Combatives – Awarded by Guru Julius Melegrito
- 1st Degree Black Belt Tang Soo Do – Awarded by Master Christopher Yeager
- Certified Kickboxing Trainer – Awarded by Master Michael Emanuel
- Certified Fitness Trainer – Awarded by LA FITNESS
- Certified by the Texas Boxing Commission
- North American Grappling Association (NAGA) Accredited Coach
- Private Coach to National and International Competitors
- Instructs Military and Law Enforcement
- 2010 Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee, Excellence in Martial Arts InstructionBrad Bain Brad Bain started his martial arts journey in 1986 in Isshinryu Karate under Sensei Steve Vanderford. During that time he was introduced to many different martial art forms such as Tomiki Aikido, Largo Mano Escrima, Jujitsu, Kobudo (weaponry systems originating on the island of Okinawa) and Eastern Philosophy. After an introduction to these other martial arts, Brad decided to pursue the Jujitsu path enrolling in the Phan-ku Ryu Jujitsu Institute located in Corpus Christi, TX under the late Lt. Col Mark A. Miles. After he graduated from college Brad traveled and trained at many schools around the country. However, after the events of 9/11, the traveling slowed down, but he was able to join the Friendswood Judo and Jujitsu Academy under Sensei Richard Porro located in Friendswood, TX. During this time Brad was able to learn more about Judo and how to apply these techniques in competition and to self defense. In 2008, he moved to Champion Martial Arts located in Pasadena, TX to formalize his study of Judo under Sensei Buck Snider. During this time he also helped open FUSION FIGHT CO. with Thom Cart where he heads the Adult and Youth Judo programs. Since 1986, Brad Bain was able to acheive rank in several martial arts systems. Such ranks include 3rd degree(Sandan) Phan-Kyu Ryu Jujitsu, 2nd degree(Nidan) Jushu-Ryu Jujitsu (USJA Jujitsu Certified), 1st degree(Shodan) Judo, 1st degree brown (Ikkyu) – Isshinryu Karate and a Blue Belt in Brazillian Jujitsu. Shaun McCrary Hapkido 3rd Dan Black Belt Krav Maga Instructor Lvl 2 Judo 1st Dan White Tiger Kenpo 2nd Degree Black Belt Russian Martial Art Instructor Brown Belt Aikijujitsu 2005 Universal Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee
Material Covered:- What is Awareness
- Trust Your Intuition
- Predator and Prey Characteristics
- Lawful Use of Defense
- Fight-Flight Response
- Developing Escape Plan
- Scenarios Exercise
- Environmental Safety Tips
- Be aware of your surroundings.Be aware of your surroundings. – When in questionable areas (such as night or dark places) stay in a group of people. – Avoid shortcuts through alleys or other secluded areas and plan ahead. – Park in well lit areas at night or when you know you will return to you car after dark. – Do not walk with headphones, talking on the phone or other sensory impairing device when inquestionable areas. – Walk with confidence and be observant. People who look scared or timid are more likely to get attacked. Have keys ready so you can quickly open your car, get in and lock the door. – Let someone know where you are going, when you are leaving & when you should arrive. – Practice basic self defense until it is habit. – If confronted, remain calm, do not be aggressive or confrontational. – If confronted, comply with demands of robbery or theft, up to the point of physical or sexual abuse. Most thieves don’t want to make a scene or hurt you, they only want valuables. – If you yell for help say “Fire” or “Call 911”. Bystanders are more likely to come investigate things like a fire or respond to specific directions than to respond to “help”. Continue to make a lot of noise, screaming and yelling. Prolonged disturbance is more likely to raise awareness than a single yell. – If you are confronted and have time, call 911 on your cell phone. Even if you drop it keep yelling location information and what is happening as the operator may still hear. Most cell phone locations can be traced if time is allowed. – NEVER get in a car or leave a public place with an assailant. Most victims’ chance of survival is greatly reduced if they leave the scene of the original assault with the attacker Self defense in street situations is all about evasion. The escapes and strikes learned latter are only used for the purpose of evading and getting away to safety. Think only of escape and NOT of trying to stay and subdue the attacker. The longer you are exposed to the attach the more probable it is that you will be hurt. Combatives Evasion Steps Vital Targets Weapons to targets Grab Escapes Getting up safely
