When there is chaos and deep violence all around, what is one to do? To answer this question, we aim to examine several very different sources and extract core common principles from them. Join us on this one-of-a-kind experiential journey.
of opening closed doors, connecting with hidden masters around the world, and bringing them together in one place and time for an unprecedented gathering, so that YOU can save "tens" of thousands of dollars, years of searching, and get the best learning experience.
For the very first time, multiple Indian battlefield arts (from the 12th-15th century, predating all Koryu) will share their methods together. Experience the terrifying Urmi (flexible sword), the valiant Sword & Shield of the Sikhs, and the ambush/deception methods using Bandana and Knife.
- The Way of Deception
- Steering with the Knife
- Strangulation & Neck-breaks
- Introduction to Sword & Shield
- Fighting Tactics
- Multiple Opponents
- Double-edged Flexible Sword
- Overview
- Footwork & Strategy
See how the modern arts have adapted to the reality of the street—throws and chokes from BJJ & Shuai Jiao, Golok (machete) and Axe from the mean streets of Indonesia, and the awe-inspiring Espada y Daga (Sword & Dagger) from the battlegrounds of the Philippines.
- Principles of Effective Throwing
- Devastating Chokes
- Fight Finishers
- Fighting with the Golok/Machete
- Tomahawk Methods
- Efficiency & Effectiveness
How does law enforcement set hidden weapons and then work on dealing with edged violence? This topic is coupled with the tactics and motion of natural knife fighting when things go amok. These methods have been taught to various LEO and special forces around the world.
- Improvised & Concealed Weapons
- Conflict Communication
- Disrupting the OODA Loop
- Knife Tactics
- Frameworks for Optimal Performance
- Human Motion with Knife
The condensed wisdom from bikers and bouncers in spotting and diffusing violence as needed, is paired with the use of the Irish stick brawling in this segment.
- From the Streets of Oakland
- Recognizing Intent
- Diffusing Violence
- From the Streets of Oakland
- Recognizing Intent
- Diffusing Violence
When violence breaks out in prisons, it escalates quickly. Bare-knuckle dirty boxing is standard. To deal with this Jailhouse Rock/52 Blocks comes in. Finally, when edged weapons come, it unleashes mayhem. Get a peek into the methods and patterns of raw fighting.
- Four Ranges of Knife around the World
- Deception Tactics
- Asymmetrical Violence
Uncover secrets of hidden and esoteric martial cultures with exclusive and comprehensive insights. Rare glimpses into never before revealed martial cultures by expert researchers.
25% discount on the 4-part book set of the world's most comprehensive volume on stick arts
- 2000+ pages
- 1000+ pictures
- 80 articles
- 77 contributors
- 60+ regions
"Incredible labor of love created by Mahipal and his team. No one has accomplished what he achieved in this comprehensive lenses of four books." - Tracy T.
"The sheer scope and breadth of the material is stunning." - Anonymous
"The sheer scope and breadth of the material is stunning." - Anonymous
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The Immersion Foundation was founded with the mission of reviving the study of hoplology, creating a global, inter-disciplinary network of practitioners and scholars, and kindling the spirit of adventure and contribution in the next generation.
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All proceeds go to either support the artists or our various ongoing missions and projects.