USCCA Firearms & Self-Defense Blog
Self-Defense
Be prepared with a variety of concealed carry and firearms tips and tactics that can help keep you and your family safe both inside and outside of your home. Find helpful articles and videos, including the Into the Fray training series, that cover everything from situational awareness and conflict avoidance to cover vs. concealment and the use of force in a critical encounter.
Recent Self-Defense Articles
Spring Home Defense: How to Prepare Your Home for the Season
As winter gives way to warmer weather, many homeowners focus on spring cleaning and home improvement projects. While you’re checking your gutters and tuning up the lawn mower, don’t forget[…]
Continue Reading →Low-Light Self-Defense
A common question when it comes to personal defense is “What is the best weapon for self-defense?” And the answer might surprise you: a good flashlight. Whether a concealed carry permit holder in a no[…]
Continue Reading →Domestic Violence, Self-Defense and Reclaiming Control
Domestic violence is a pervasive issue that affects individuals across all demographics, with devastating physical, emotional and psychological consequences. For those trapped in abusive relationships[…]
Continue Reading →How to Avoid Conflict: The Best Conflict Avoidance Strategies for Self-Defense
There’s an age-old Polish saying that resonates deeply: “Not my circus. Not my monkeys.” It’s a reminder not to get entangled in problems that aren’t yours. When faced wi[…]
Continue Reading →Concealed Carry for Seniors: Tips, Tools and Training for Aging Gun Owners
As we age, personal safety often becomes a growing concern, especially in the face of increasing violence targeting older adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the rate […]
Continue Reading →How to Plan for Home Defense
If you interpret “home defense” in the broadest sense, the objective is to protect your people and your home from threats of any kind. Those threats would include not just home invasions but also simp[…]
Continue Reading →Proper Use of Force
If you’re training and carrying concealed for self-defense, you likely want to know when you can use deadly force. The use of force continuum is a concept that guides law enforcement officers in deter[…]
Continue Reading →Byrna Bad Guy Repellent Self-Defense Spray
Byrna has solidified its reputation as a leader in less-lethal self-defense solutions, offering innovative products for civilians and law enforcement alike. While the concept of chemical self-defense […]
Continue Reading →Verbal Warnings in Self-Defense
Do you practice verbal warnings as part of your self-defense preparedness plan? You should. Giving a verbal warning could save your life, prevent unnecessary escalation and help you avoid potential le[…]
Continue Reading →Understanding Disparity of Force
Imagine being cornered, outmatched and facing an immediate threat. In such situations, understanding the concept of disparity of force can make the difference between lawful self-defense and potential[…]
Continue Reading →First-Aid Kits vs. Trauma Kits
A first-aid kit and a trauma kit both play vital roles in emergency preparedness, but their purposes and contents differ. A first-aid kit is designed for treating minor injuries, such as cuts, scrapes[…]
Continue Reading →Is Off-Body Carry Right For You?
Concealed carry involves securing a firearm on one’s person, usually in a holster directly attached to the body. However, off-body carry is an alternative that employs containers such as handbags, bri[…]
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