Baker Defensive Tactics

09/01/2026

The fundamentals matter. But mastery requires knowing when their expression has to change.

During a recent range session with Coach Dennis, I changed the grip I had been developing for nearly two years. The adjustment was unconventional and built around the accumulated injuries of a lifetime of training.

I started shooting better almost immediately.

That experience reinforced an important lesson:

A fundamental is not a frozen shape. It is a principle that must continue functioning when the conditions change.

Bodies change. Environments change. Problems change. Serious practitioners must learn how to adapt without abandoning the principles that make a method work.

That is an important part of the C-Tac standard and the larger pursuit of becoming more capable.

Read the complete article:

https://sifualanbaker.com/2026/09/01/when-the-fundamentals-have-to-change/

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A range-day lesson from Alan Baker on adaptation, coaching, deliberate practice, and why fi****ms training fundamentals must serve the individual.

03/23/2026

Nashville, Tennessee: Coach Alan will be in town this weekend teaching two events.

On March 28th, At The Den Martial Arts Academy leading a Filipino Martial Arts seminar. This will be a hands-on training focused on structure, flow, and real-world application. All levels are welcome.

On March 29th, Teaching at The Royal Range USA:
The Clinch-To-Draw Blueprint: Fighting To Your Weapon System
This session will focus on bridging the gap between close-quarters fighting and accessing your weapon under pressure.

March 28
The Den Martial Arts Academy
2805 Donelson Pike, Nashville, TN
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

March 29
The Royal Range USA
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

INFO HERE:
https://sifualanbaker.com/events/
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03/21/2026

We’ve completely upgraded our Online Video Academy to a new, streamlined platform that makes it easier than ever to navigate and track your classes.
Plus, we’ve been hard at work recording a massive amount of new content and training material, which will be added to the archive soon.
If you’re already a member, be sure to check out the upgrades—and if you’ve been considering joining, now is the perfect time to get on board!
Bridging The Gap Between Martial Arts And Self-Defense
https://civtaccoach.com
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03/17/2026

Nashville, Tennessee! We’re bringing a Filipino Martial Arts seminar to The Den Martial Arts Academy with G**o Alan Baker on March 28th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

All levels are welcome.
Location: The Den Martial Arts Academy
2805 Donelson Pike, Nashville, TN 37217
For info or questions: (615) 557-3255

Register Here: https://sifualanbaker.com/event/nashville-tenn-filipino-martial-arts-seminar/

03/04/2026

Our next C-Tac Instructor Training Event is coming up in March. If you’ve been thinking about getting involved, this is a great time to step in, train with the team, and see how we build the system from the ground up.

C-Tac is a self-defense system that emphasizes situational awareness, operates within the legal system, navigates pre-fight interactions, follows the reasonable force continuum, integrates fi****ms with empty-hand skills, builds practical grappling, protects the family, and covers defensive tactics in and around vehicles.

Learn more: https://civtaccoach.com

03/04/2026

03/02/2026

We are booking events for G**o Baker this year. We only have a few dates left open, so contact us soon to secure a spot. Contact us via the website or by message.

03/02/2026

Nashville, Tennessee Event!
The Clinch-To-Draw Blueprint: Fighting To Your Weapon System
March 29, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: The RRoyal Range USA

INFO HERE:

Range-based self-defense for armed citizens. Learn threat recognition, surprise-contact shielding, clinch control, holster protection, and how to create space to access your weapon system safely under stress.