Karambit/Curved Blade Course

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What is a Karambit (curved blade) and what’s the difference between a fixed or folding straight edge and a fixed or folding curved edge? What are the tactical advantages and disadvantages of straight blades versus curved blades? How is a curved blade used in self-defense?

A Karambit is an impressive utility/ personal security tool, and a remarkable combination of ancient marvel and modern technology. The history of the curved blade spans from the dawn of time to external blade mount on the modern battle harness. In this one-of-a-kind course you will be introduced to the essentials of personal security using this exceptional tool.

 

Meet Your Instructor

 
 

Steve Tarani

Professional educator, author, keynote speaker, and defensive tactics subject matter expert Steve Tarani has served the United States defense, law enforcement, and intelligence communities for over 30 years. Tarani is a former fulltime Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) protective-programs employee and was formerly on staff at the US Department of Energy (DOE) National Security Institute (Security Force Training Dept.) at Kirtland Air Force Base (NM). He served on the POTUS 45 pre-election executive-protection detail and is a DoD and FLETC-certified firearms instructor. Specializing in awareness-based training, Tarani contributes monthly to numerous industry periodicals, remains a private-sector protective agent and also serves on the National Sheriffs’ Association School Safety and Security Committee.

Learn more: www.stevetarani.com

 
 

Course Format & Schedule

 
 

Course Format

  • Orientation

  • Lecture on history of the Karambit and its modern application

  • Various blade types, lengths, geometry, styles, handles, steel, what is the best grip size for YOUR hand, personal access, carry, deployment and rapid deployment

  • How to master the three standard grips and manipulation of the Karambit or curved blade

  • How to effectively employ both the cutting edge and point, safety ring and operation in effective techniques to ensure your personal safety in a close quarters altercation against an overpowering assailant

  • Wielding a contact weapon (such as a knife, screwdriver, baseball bat, tire iron, broken beer bottle, etc.,), or a firearm (handgun or rifle)

  • Defending against multiple attackers

Additionally, the course provides solutions to the toughest personal defense scenarios you may encounter at work, in your home and especially when you’re out in public.

Course Schedule

Two Day Course
09:00 – 16:00
Hour break for lunch

  • No open toe shoes allowed

  • No video allowed

  • Bring your pocket folder and/ or fixed carry blade(s)

  • Do not bring any training knives as these will be provided for you

  • No firearms, replicas or ammunition will be allowed in the training area

 
 

Karambit/Curved Blade Course

Two-Day Course
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Location:
ADS Headquarters
4455 N. 79th St., Suite C & D, Scottsdale, AZ 85260

INTERESTED IN THIS CLASS?
Contact Lauren at (727) 560-3062 to be notified when this class is available.