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Explore the latest C-TAC articles, curriculum notes, course updates, and preparedness resources.
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The Environment Is Listening: Self-Protection in the Age of Ambient AI
Wearable AI is changing the environment around us. Learn how C-TAC applies preparation, digital optics, and the Principle of Time to modern self-protection.
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Protection Is a Different Mission From Fighting
Civilian Tactical Training Association Protection Is a Different Mission From Fighting Why responsibility changes the objective, the decisions, and the meaning of success Fighting skill remains valuable, but in a protection problem…
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Building Skill Before Stress – Civilian Tactical Training Association
The Civilian Tactical Training Association recently completed its second instructor camp of 2026 in Woodstock, Georgia. The three-day event focused on Dog Boxing, Vehicle-Centric Defensive Tactics, scenario design, intelligent drilling, and weapons-based…
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New Course: Everyday Carry Grappling
Introduction Goals For Training & Mindset Sifu’s Universal Principles List Mechanical Development – Space – Movement – Frame – Time Mechanical Development – Bridge Series Mechanical Development – Shrimp Series Mechanical Development…
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New Course: Instructors Disarm & Retention Series
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New Course: Keysi Fighting System Instructor Camp – October 2025
Greetings C-TAC Affiliates! New Course: Keysi Instructor Camp – October 2025 Day 1: Day 2: Day 3: Enjoy!
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Course Update: Phase 1 – Level 3
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Course Update: Weaponized Pummeling
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Course Updates: Curriculum – Phase 1 – Level 2
Phase 1 – Level 1 (Additional Videos) Phase 1 – Level 2 – Instructor & Student Courses 01 – Philosophy 02 – Soft Control 03 – Hidden Force 04 – Assault Tactics…
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Essential 72-Hour Bug Out/IN Bag
In a world where unexpected disasters can strike at any moment, being prepared is not just a luxury, but a necessity. The 72-hour bug out/IN bag, also known as the go-bag or…
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