Many of those trying to sell self defence training videos are only using the fear of attack to make money off of innocent people. These videos do not teach useful techniques that will work should they be attacked by a criminal. This combat training scam is dangerous since these consumers falsely believe they have the skills they need to protect themselves. It is important to shop around and get a DVD made by a real instructor who teaches effective techniques in order to successfully defend yourself.

Not every self defense instructor is really qualified to teach and to avoid a combat training scam everyone should take the time to choose their trainer wisely. Choosing your martial arts training instructor is an important part of your success at learning effective skills. Look for those who have real life experience in fighting for their life such as ex-military since not only do they know the moves they understand the stress and feeling that comes from a life and death situation. Check credentials and get references to find those who have had success with this trainer before.