Beyond The Ring is a practical, outcome‑focused self‑defense and defensive tactics program built around simple body mechanics, efficient footwork, and high‑percentage striking. Our priority is always to get you home safely — ideally by preventing violence through de‑escalation and awareness, and when necessary, by giving you proven physical tools that work under pressure.
To teach real‑world, easy‑to‑learn defensive skills that prioritize safety, legality, and effectiveness. We simplify complex systems into core principles so students can make fast, correct choices in stressful situations.
Simplicity: All striking and defensive mechanics are based on the same fundamental principles to reduce decision time in a crisis.
Pressure‑tested: Techniques are tested under stress and in realistic environments (street, alley, nightclubs) — if it fails under pressure, we discard it.
De‑escalation first: Verbal strategies, positioning, and conflict management are taught as primary tools to avoid physical confrontation whenever possible.
Legal awareness: We teach the use‑of‑force continuum and the legal boundaries of self‑defense so students understand what they are allowed to do.
Footwork and mechanics for striking and defense
Situation awareness and pre‑attack cue recognition
Verbal de‑escalation and positioning in high‑stress encounters
Escapes, control tactics, and ground survival for close‑quarters fighting
Weapon retention, disarming, and edged‑weapon survival basics
Our Defensive Tactics program is tailored for officers and security personnel. It delivers life‑saving skills while minimizing liability, available as short workshops, multi‑day seminars, or custom on‑site programs. Topics include:
Weapon retention and disarming
Control and restraint tactics
Use‑of‑force scenario training
Edged‑weapon and firearms awareness
Training is scheduled to fit departmental needs and taught by Master Orlen, certified through Police Defense Tactics of America.
Techniques chosen for real‑world success and retention
Integrated training — firearm, edged, restraint, and unarmed skills share common movements for faster learning
Instructors with hands‑on street and nightclub experience who have filtered what works in actual encounters
Custom programs and free consultations to match individual or agency requirements
