L.J.K. OLIVA

“It’s not a glorification of a violent act; but rather, an understanding of the act and how to avoid it.”
-Doug Marcaida, Guro Filipino Martial Arts

If you’ve read any of my books, you know I like boys (and girls) who can hold their own in a fight.

These are the kinds of moves I research for my characters. They’re not always pretty, but they’re pretty darn effective. Hopefully you’ll find them interesting – and useful – too!

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Self defense is as much about strategy as violence – perhaps even more. Here are some great tips for developing a viable defensive strategy.

**Videos for entertainment and educational purposes only. Please do not try anything you see without the supervision of a qualified instructor. These actions are potentially dangerous and may cause injury or death. Always exercise the highest level of safety when handling weapons and firearms.**