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Upcoming Class – Cowboy Karate with Delta2Alpha (Toronto, May 2026)

COWBOY KARATE

A Straight-Shooter’s Striking Solution

w/ Ace Johnson (Delta2Alpha Design)Saturday & Sunday, May 9/10, 2026 – Toronto

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We are back to training and we are thrilled to once again be bringing Ace Johnson from Delta2Alpha Design to Toronto.  This time we are going to be doing a deep-dive in combatives, with a twist.  Beyond “self-defence”, Cowboy Karate is an unorthodox approach to physical altercations adaptable to any environment.

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In Two days: You will learn the Striking Foundation Ace wishes he learned +25yrs ago.Cowboy Karate is a High Speed – Low Drag Striking System: It is is designed from the ground up to be: 

*FAST & EASY TO LEARN 

*SIMPLE TO PRACTICE

*EASY TO APPLY

As a “Low Tech High Effect System Designed to deal with “The Bigger Better Bad Guy”, you will be learn how to:*Hit Hard*Control Space & Use Angles*Respond Reflexively*Engage Pre-Emptively

MOST IMPORTANTLY: The Next Time You Feel Threatened, YOU’LL HAVE A PLAN!

No Prior Training Required. If you have Prior Training we will tie into it.

Participants Will Require:*Workout Clothes & Street Clothes (Jeans, T-Shirt, Jacket or Hoodie) *Soft Soled Shoes*Mouth Guard & Groin Protection (Precautionary)*Shin Pads (Thai Style, Leather w/ Instep Protection)*Small Boxing Style Focus Mitts (Leather or Fake Leather)*Water, Snacks & A Great Attitude

SIGN UP LINK HERE

********************(Class is 0900hrs-1600hrs,held at Atlantic Avenue Athletic Club, 38 Cawthra Ave, Toronto, ON, M6N5B3)*Hosted by Atlantic Avenue Athletic Club, Toronto*

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Personal Security Tradecraft & Combatives w/ Delta2Alpha

On March 30 & 31, 2019, True North Tradecraft, joined by Ace from Delta2Alpha, will be delivering a Personal Security & Combatives workshop in Toronto.

Sign up today! Space is limited!

True North Tradecraft will show some key concepts of escapology.

You will have the chance to learn, practice, and be coached through escape from some restraints commonly used in unlawful confinement; your success is guaranteed.

*pre-manufactured and improvised options will be covered*

Delta2Alpha will take you through a systematic approach to dealing with the common ranges where most fights are won or lost. Through a unique objective-focused method you will learn:

How to work in your existing skillset;

Earn your deployments;

Rapidly neutralize your immediate threat.

Come and learn how to find the calm in the storm, and what it takes to win…when the only way out…is through.

Designed as a fast paced, practical approach to get you started on your personal security plan.

EARLY BIRD PRICE:  $250 CAD per person

SUPER-DEAL:  $225 CAD per person for groups of two or more  *Contact us at [email protected]*

Prepare yourself for the unknowns in the world with this next-generation training.

Sign up today! Price goes up soon!!!

***Note:  When you purchase this item, you will receive a joining instruction sheet for download listing the location & directions, schedule timings, contact information and a list of essential and supportive gear to bring.***

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Delta 2 Alpha – The Accent Series

The Accent Series.

By Delta 2 Alpha Design

The Accent Series. Delta 2 Alpha Design.

A little while ago I received a mail call containing a sample of the Accent Series from Delta2Alpha Design.  To read my review of the previous generation of tools, go here.

Happiness in a parcel!

The Accent Series is their newest offering of upgraded versions of The MARK, The LOLLY and The MiK.

The MARK, in colours…

The new tools are delivered in three colours (crimson, blaze orange or day-glow green), clad in a robust carbon fibre skin.

Durable polymer clad in carbon fibre.

They are all incredibly versatile and even more durable than their previous versions.  I found the carbon fibre skin to be more resistant to scratches and abrasions than the earlier version of polymer tools.

The Lolly – polymer last-ditch tool. Earlier version.

Accent version of the Lolly.

I have used the Lolly for opening paint cans when I find myself without a screwdriver. It’s handy to carry in my 5th jeans pocket.

On a recent visit to Ottawa, I found myself in a Tim Hortons for a morning coffee.  The floor was covered in melt and slushy runoff from the recent snow.  Thankfully, I had my Accent Series MARK in my bag (perfect for non-permissive environments like government buildings) and ensured my bag and its contents were well out of he muck.

No dirty, wet Tim Hortons floor for me and my stuff!

The MiK can be used as the MARK can, but with smaller applications.  I do like how it can hold up your phone, hang your bag (or purse) or coat – perfect for bathrooms.  It can also easily fit into the fifth pocket of your jeans for concealment and easy access.

The MiK. Small but sturdy.

 

From the Delta 2 Alpha website:

TheMARK: Offers a convenient way to keep your jacket or bag off of the floor bathrooms when traveling (or everyday life) when there isn’t a hook. It can also be used as a tablet stand.

TheMiK:  Fits conveniently on your keys, and is used a hands free way to prop up your phone. This comes in handy whether you are trying to do a video chat, or just kill sometime watching cat videos (No Judgement).

TheLolly: Can go right next to TheMiK on your keychain. TheLolly is a light duty pocket scraper, and prybar. It has be referred to as a “Fingernail Saver”. It also offers a ¼” bit driver and the key ring slot can be used to drive the Leatherman multi-tool brand bits.

*Each package includes one (1) of TheMARK, TheMiK, and TheLolly; They are sold as matched sets*

All things considered, I feel that Delta 2 Alpha scored a big win with improving an already-sturdy and reliable design with their Accent Series of polymer tools.  I’m very happy with them and equip myself with at least one on a daily basis as they are lightweight, practical and come in handy in a variety of ways.

You can order yours here on their website.

Till next time, stay crafty.

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Kennedy Tactical Concepts – Masterclass Pt. 2

(*all images courtesy of Kennedy Tactical Concepts – I had my hands full) (*for more information on KTC and training, click here).

This is part 2 in a series documenting my involvement in the Kennedy Tactical Concepts Masterclass.  Part 1 is available here.

Session 2 with TJ was on Wednesday July 26th at the Night Owl on College St., Toronto. (The usual spot).

Again, the environment was pleasantly realistic as we headed to the basement level of the Night Owl.  We even had a band setting up while going through the techniques.

This week’s topics of practice were as follows:

  1. Combative Control Positions/positioning;
  2. Combative Control Transitions and;
  3. Takedowns (in combination with #1 & 2).

As with the previous format, TJ began with introductions, an overview of what we would be covering for the night, a warm-up, and then we got right into it.

The realistic environment makes for a better appreciation of the realities you would be facing.  A bar, stools, a stage, musical instruments, concrete walls and of course, a dirty cement floor.  Though the Combative Control Positions and Transitions were not striking per se, they were very dependent on speed, agility and technique.  After an hour of practicing and building upon each technique, we moved on to takedowns.

Starting slowly at first, we quickly moved to full-speed with follow-throughs.  The result was fluid takedowns with a high degree of comfort in executing the movements.  We also worked on improvising all the techniques of the night against larger and smaller opponents as we were all of differing heights.

Of course, I was sporting my awesome shirt from www.tacticalbeaver.co Yes, you should Fear The Beaver.

Solid training.  The next day I was sore as hell, but at least I wasn’t bleeding on a bar floor.  I’ll be at the next one.  Stay tuned and Stay Crafty.

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The Okichitaw Project

I recently came across this project. George Lepine is a driving force for the progress of the Okichitaw Indigenous Martial Arts. He is a man of great skill, knowledge and integrity. I have worked with him for many years.  He has worked tirelessly to structure, research and make Okichitaw accessible to all who want to learn.
Check out their Kickstarter campaign and support their amazing intiative to bring Okichitaw martial arts to the world. Not only is it an indigenously historic Canadian system, the but it is also effective.
 
Check it out and support it. It will help bring this piece of Canada to the world.

 

 

George Lepine