The world of self-defense can often divide itself into "striking" versus "grappling" camps. Recently, a post I came across made a compelling case for striking—emphasizing its speed, power, and accessibility for children and women. At the Self-Defense Academy Colorado Springs, we want to start by saying: We absolutely agree. Striking is an integral, non-negotiable part of a well-rounded self-defense system. If you cannot strike, you are missing a primary tool for creating the

In a world where everyone is looking for the "best deal," it’s easy to get caught up in price tags. We look for the cheapest gas, the lowest subscription fees, and the most affordable memberships. But when it comes to the safety of your family and the preservation of your life, is "the cheapest" really the metric you want to use?

At Self Defense Academy Colorado Springs (SDA-COS), we often get asked: "Do you guys spar?" The answer is yes. But probably not in the way you’re thinking. We recently came across a video by Jesse Enkamp titled "I'm begging you to stop sparring," and we couldn't agree more with the core message. In the martial arts world, there is a toxic "tough guy" culture where sparring is seen as a way to "beat each other up" to prove who is the alpha. At our academy, we reject that. We

In the world of self-defense, few names carry as much weight as Gracie. Recently, Cesalina (Cessa) Gracie sat down for an incredibly moving and insightful interview on The Ready State podcast, and the takeaways are directly aligned with everything we do here at Self Defense Academy Colorado Springs (SDA-COS). If you’ve been looking for a reason to start your journey in self-protection, this conversation is the spark you need.