Video: Coaching gun retention on the ground

Ending up on the ground means a higher chance of being disarmed by an assailant – this video shows officers how to win in this scenario


For many officers one of their worst nightmares is being unprepared to defend their weapon if taken to the ground by an assailant. This video reviews a highly effective technique to help provide confidence, skill and the proper mindset for an officer to win in this scenario. This technique can be used if the assailant is grabbing your weapon with their same side arm, which is a likely scenario based on body positions and human tendencies. 

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