I would like to on behalf of myself and all Todd Group members convey our most sincere condolences on the passing of Charles Nelson to Mrs Nelson, Carol, Bryan and family. I write this final tribute to my instructor, mentor and close friend knowing it must be my best and most complete effort as Charlie […]
First off, I would like to say "hello" to all the combative and martial art practitioners from New Zealand & the surrounding areas. It's been over a decade since I taught seminars in NZ and throughout Australia. I had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed the hospitality and the beautiful region. FT: Where were you […]
Tell us about your beginnings, where and when did you start training and in what sport initially. I have been involved with fitness and athletics my entire life. At about 9yrs old I began playing baseball, and participating in martial arts. I also was fascinated with doing stunts such as jumping off of buildings etc. […]
Caution: The contents of this article are for education purposes only. The principles described are extremely dangerous and are for military close combat training and operations only. Their application applies solely to the military. This edition of the close combat files is to provide information as to why the Todd Close Combat Systems consider skills […]
In answer to the many questions we receive about training for and working in Iraq we have received the following list that we have been told gives a thorough overview. Recommended Equipment List For Combat PSD in Iraq The following is a recommended list of equipment personnel should consider carrying for the purpose of conducting […]
I write this recollection of my time with Charlie at the School of Self Defense New York with much pride being part of that special place and times. It is also a very sad time for me personally knowing that he is no longer with us in person. There are members that spent many more […]
The Kegel has a long and diverse history as a game, religious and superstitious practice and a means of gambling. Its origins can be traced to prehistoric ages where it played a part in the skills for hunting and warfare. Egypt provided one of the earliest artefacts of the Kegel discovered in a child's tomb […]
The Todd Group has a seventy-eight year history of close combat excellence in military close combat training. Tank Todd the chief instructor has been instructing close combat for over twenty five years full time and has racked up more exponent and instructing hours than any other military qualified master chief instructor. He has a lineage […]
Caution:The contents of this article are for education purposes only. The principles described are extremely dangerous and are for military close combat training and operations only. Their application applies solely to the military. Combat kicks are the primary unarmed offensive and counter offensive option. These kicks are not sporting or traditional and in this edition […]
Caution:The contents of this article are for education purposes only. The principles described are extremely dangerous and are for military close combat training and operations only. Their application applies solely to the military. What are the reasons behind the CQB stances in your Todd Systems phase one manual? The reason behind any stance and guard […]