vipa tactical training
V.I.P.A is not a static system as is Karate, Kung Fu or Judo for example. By
static I mean something that has not changed over a period of time, something
that has not kept up with modern threats and combat found in today's modern
world. If the Instructor is not teaching a street application then they are
teaching a 'Do' a 'Way' to reach inner harmony, a way to overcome yourself and
become a better person, a form of meditation. This in itself is a noble
endeavour and for those looking for that path then these martial arts a
fantastic path to tread. As a combat system V.I.P.A is also a 'Way' but it is a
way for warriors not martial artists, it is also not the only 'Way' it is only
one path with ideas, philosophies, treaties, strategies, tactics and techniques
gained over 40 years of combatives study. Having said that, it is a highly
effective method of combat. V.I.P.A embraces change, evolvement and open
mindedness. From its conception in 1988 V.I.P.A has evolved and continues to
evolve as threats and evironments change. From the streets of Northern Ireland
to training for possible combat against Russian Spetsnaz Special Forces to the
1991 Gulf War and beyond, V.I.P.A has adapted to its environment and continues
to do so with civilian, police and close protection applications. V.I.P.A is in
reality a sphere of influence and at its centre are the Core Concepts, the vital
skills that are required of any means of combat. There is nothing new in the
skills of the Core Concepts, many people practice them as part of a whole system
of combat or as part of their own cross training program. The Core Concepts are
only a means to an end. The means are the strategies, tactics and techniques
themselves. The end, well that has many forms, is it to win in your next street
encounter, not to get into any encounters at all, to protect your family, safely
detain a suspect or win and live on the battlefield and in harmony after the
battle is over. The only real end result is what you as an individual are
training for.
