SPEAR System
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The SPEAR system is a close quarter
protection system which uses a persons reflex action
in threatening situations as a basis for defence. The primary founder, Tony Blauer, developed the SPEAR system in Canada during the 1980s. It has since been adopted by several military and law enforcement agencies across the world.
The "Panic Attack" study developed into the "Be Your Own Bodyguard" program and the present day SPEAR and Personal Defense Readiness ("PDR") programs. Tony's wardrobe also evolved from the single-piece wrestling singlet to the current Blauer Tactical T-shirt, BDU pants, and desert GI boots.
in a Personal Safety Training Manual for the British Police, becoming the only generic system to become so adopted. The SPEAR system is also open to civilians via the Personal Defence Readiness Program.
Close combat
*Close combat is a generic term for both Close Quarters Battle and Hand to hand combat.*Mêlée generally refers to disorganized close combat.*CQB is an acronym for Close Quarters Battle, such as that which occurs in urban warfare....
protection system which uses a persons reflex action
Reflex action
A reflex action, also known as a reflex, is an involuntary and nearly instantaneous movement in response to a stimulus. A true reflex is a behavior which is mediated via the reflex arc; this does not apply to casual uses of the term 'reflex'.-See also:...
in threatening situations as a basis for defence. The primary founder, Tony Blauer, developed the SPEAR system in Canada during the 1980s. It has since been adopted by several military and law enforcement agencies across the world.
Basic principles
The SPEAR system is not a sport, its only use is as a tool for self defence, therefore there are no rankings or competitions of any kind. The style adopts the natural reflex of a person when faced in a threatening situation, which is dubbed the 'startle-flinch response'.History
The SPEAR System was developed by Tony Blauer in the 1980s and was born from his "Panic Attack" subject of study that relates to the emotional and physiological aspects of sudden and unexpected violence.The "Panic Attack" study developed into the "Be Your Own Bodyguard" program and the present day SPEAR and Personal Defense Readiness ("PDR") programs. Tony's wardrobe also evolved from the single-piece wrestling singlet to the current Blauer Tactical T-shirt, BDU pants, and desert GI boots.
Current usage
It has been recommended by the Association of Chief Police OfficersAssociation of Chief Police Officers
The Association of Chief Police Officers , established in 1948, is a private limited company that leads the development of policing practice in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.ACPO provides a forum for chief police officers to share ideas and coordinates the strategic...
in a Personal Safety Training Manual for the British Police, becoming the only generic system to become so adopted. The SPEAR system is also open to civilians via the Personal Defence Readiness Program.