Tactical Defense

5.0 (18)
From Saint Petersburg, FL
SinceDecember, 2021

About
As a certified instructor of Personal Defense Readiness (PDR) with Blauer Tactical Systems, a renowned global leader in self-defense training, I hold a 2nd degree black belt and certification as a taekwondo instructor. PDR is a realistic approach to self-defense, designed to equip you for practical scenarios. It's a simple system to learn, regardless of your level of experience.

The PDR program stands out from other defense techniques, as it relies on leveraging your existing functional movements rather than solely on strength, speed, and coordination. You'll discover how to utilize stance, technique, and timing to defend against larger adversaries, regardless of physical ability or age.

With over ten years of experience teaching both martial arts and self-defense, I am passionate about helping students gain confidence, situational awareness, and skills to safeguard themselves in the face of violence. Our curriculum covers offensive and defensive moves, including body immobilization holds, strikes, and blocks, as well as effective targeting of vulnerable attacker areas such as the throat, face, groin, and head. We also focus on developing your self-assurance and ability to assert yourself in any situation.
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Service as described 5.0
Communication 5.0
Punctuality 5.0
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Ryan M.
I had a fantastic experience! It was very enlightening and beneficial. I am certainly planning on returning to continue practicing and expanding my knowledge.
November 20, 2022
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Ashley A.
In the 6 months Dan and I have worked together, I've learned so much from him. He's an excellent teacher, highly knowledgeable, and boasts an impressive wealth of experience. Throughout our time together, we've tackled everything from the SPEAR self-defense system to specialized situational preparation, mental training, and even kick-boxing skills. The workouts are unparalleled, and I now possess a newfound sense of confidence that I didn't have before. If you're looking for a coach who's both highly knowledgeable and fully invested in your success, look no further than Dan. He's simply the best!
September 27, 2022
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Brandon W.
Dear @Dan, I am immensely grateful for the extraordinary class you conducted. As an educator, you are exceptional. The course exceeded my expectations. I convinced my teenage daughters to accompany me and they confessed later that they were grateful for the experience and learned vastly. The class resulted in enhancing our skills, awareness, and confidence, all while enjoying ourselves. I am confident that I possess enough knowledge to defend myself and my loved ones if need be. Thanks again!
August 9, 2022
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Matthew M.
For individuals at any skill level, this course is exceptional. I discovered that I possess the necessary tools and abilities on a daily basis to enhance my chance of surviving and Dan instructed me on how to employ them to escape from unfavorable circumstances. At times, the instruction can be systematic, but at other times, it's high-pressure, with the objective of keeping yourself safe. If anyone asks, I highly recommend taking this training.
June 9, 2022
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Amber C.
Having no prior experience in martial arts and being limited on time, I sought out Dan, one of the co-owners at Burg Fitness. He personalized a self-defense program for me, which covered the psychology of attacks, ways to identify and deescalate them, and how to physically defend myself if necessary. With this training, I now feel more confident in my abilities to stay safe when traveling alone, both domestically and internationally. Additionally, Burg Fitness provides various group classes such as kickboxing, spin and TRX, alongside personal training options. I highly recommend checking out their offerings.
March 12, 2022