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What do you mean by program?

This isn’t just an on-line video series; it’s a true interactive distance-learning program with instructor to student support and an entire community behind it.

How is it possible to effectively teach someone how to defend him or herself against an attacker without training for tactile feedback?

You're absolutely right, you do need to practice and you do need to train with live bodies. No amount of video training alone will replace that and it's not designed to. In fact this program is essentially a college level distance-learning course in the application of violence.

Like any distance learning this program requires active participation from the student in order to get the most out of it. Just like any real class this course requires active participation, that participation starts with awareness and being able to then process the information. Training without intent and purpose won't help. You need to have the training and understanding of what you're training for and this information gives you that ability.

Go through the videos, process the information, find local reaction partners, interact with the TFT community on the forums, send videos of your mat time to Tim and Chris for evaluation and feedback and you will be amazed at how much you get out of this program. Simply watching the videos gives you the ability to see and understand what needs to be done, that's a great first step in the right direction but that's just the beginning of what’s possible with this program. Don't treat this as a video-on-demand, treat this as a true interactive training program and you'll see just how effective this training can be.

How does the 30-Day Risk-Free Trial work?

If you cancel your membership within 30 days of signing up by emailing us a request to support@tftdirect.com we will refund 100% of your initial tuition.

Seriously, why should I subscribe to Street Combat when I either have, or I could just buy, a bunch of instructional DVDs?

Books, DVDs, and other instructional programs provide students with a static learning experience; your learning is limited to the fixed amount of material presented. Our On-line Integrated Training Program provides students with a an interactive and on-going learning experience giving them the ability to interact directly with other students and Master Instructors such as Chris Ranck-Buhr and Tim Larkin via the blog, forums and email. Most books and DVD's on the market today technique based, not focused on teaching students the principles of violence and asocial conflict. Our instruction not only gives you the tools you need to survive asocial violence but also the tools you need in order to sharpen the one tool you always carry with you, your own body.

The videos sessions are brought to you using the most advanced web based video streaming capabilities available. Instructional footage is shown from multiple angles, slow motions and on video highlights for emphasis. Video sessions are organized and labeled in such as way as to convey the most important principles first and build a strong foundation for both experienced as well as novice practitioners. The goal of this program is to be the ultimate tool for learning the tools of violence.

Can I find any of the material somewhere else?

There’s nothing quite like this anywhere else. All instructional media is specifically designed for the On-line Integrated Training Program and is unavailable in this format or level of detail anywhere else.

Will this program help me handle the mental aspect of violence?

Of course, fear and apprehension to violence is a natural reaction in social animals, but you'll find that the more training and mat time you get, the less that reaction impairs you. Simply put, you begin to understand what needs to get done and if the situation occurs you have the confidence to do what’s necessary to keep you and your loved ones safe, even if that means taking someone to non-functional.

Does my membership allow me to download clips?

No. The instructional media is designed to work as part of the On-line Integrated Training Program and we are continually updating, adding and refining the sessions with new content. This is a living, growing system. Not just video training but a true distance-learning program for the tools of violence.

Is this all I need to get good at violence?

The On-Line Integrated Training Program provides you with all the information, all of the resources necessary to master the tools of violence.

That said, how far you want to take it is up to you. Mastery requires effort, you need responsible Reaction Partners to physically train with. We also recommend that you use all of the resources given to you with this program, from interacting with the community on the training forum to sending in videos of mat sessions for review and feedback by the Master Instructors. Regular practice with Reaction Partners will greatly increase what you get out of the sessions.

Will this training interfere with any other martial arts or combative training that I am involved with?

The program was designed not to replace your current training - if it meets the criteria for handling violent conflict , but to enhance it. No matter what your current background is and where you currently train our program will absolutely enhance your skill set massively.

Who is going to be billing my credit card? How safe is it?

All payments are processed through an automated system and your credit cards are not saved anywhere else. Payments are processed off-site so we never have access to your payment information.

Do I need DSL or a broadband connection?

The website was designed to be as easy to use for dial up users as well as those using a high-speed connection. Of course dial-up users must wait longer for clips to load, but this should not affect general access to the program and its features.

What kind of technical support can I expect?

Both the website and online training program are monitored and maintained daily. We do not outsource any portion of the program and all technical support is handled by us. This is much more than an on-line video series, it’s a true distance-learning program to give you all the tools you need to survive asocial violence.