Martial Blade Concepts

The companion video for my latest "Defensive Edge" article in the USCCA's Concealed Carry magazine details my approach to learning effectively from self-defense and martial arts videos. The current issue also includes a feature article I wrote on handgun point shooting.

Always an honor to contribute to Concealed Carry!

Stay safe,

Mike

Learning Defensive Knife Skills from Video ▶ Gun Law Map (FREE): https://uscca.co/oOyA▶ Join USCCA: https://u...

Blast from the past... OFFGRID just republished the article I wrote for them 10 years ago on groundfighting. Good times with the help of many of my MBC brothers in the photos... Thayne looks particularly "stompalicious"...

Ground-Fighting Realities and How Not to Get Stomped into a Stain Keep yourself from getting stomped to death when you get knocked down by learning the realities of ground-fighting.

Happy Father’s Day to all the Dads out there!!!

Happy Women Veterans Day! If you know a female veteran, please take the time to thank her for her service to our country.

I'd also like to give special thanks to my favorite female veteran, my beautiful wife Sally, who continues to serve all our veterans and their families through her dedicated efforts at the American Legion.

Since January 2017, I’ve been honored to write the “Defensive Edge” column in every issue of the USCCA’s Concealed Carry magazine. Starting with my most recent article, we’re once again featuring parallel video content. This one focuses on solo knife training.

Huge thanks to the USCCA for the opportunity to contribute to their body of knowledge and to MBC Certified Instructor Steven Schneider for his expert assistance!

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=bz8o3oUnnhA&ra=m

On this day, we remember all those who gave their lives in defense of our freedom. Everything we enjoy today is thanks to their selfless sacrifice.

I recently did a fun podcast interview with Brian Doucette of "Everyday Martial Artist." If you're interested, please give it a listen.

Michael Janich – Martial Blade Concepts – EP271 | Everyday Martial Artist Michael Janich – Martial Blade Concepts – EP271 everydaymartialartist | May 14, 2026 | 2 min read Michael Janich is a lifelong martial artist, combat trainer, and internationally respected authority on personal defense whose career spans military intelligence, edged weapons, and practical self-p...

Happy Mother’s Day to all the Moms out there!!! Thank you for all you do!!!

My latest "Street Smarts" video is now up on TacticalKnives.com. It provides a quick 10-step guide to choosing a defensive folding knife. Enjoy!

https://skillsetmag.com/article/choosing-a-defensive-folding-knife/

Street Smarts: 10 Steps in Choosing a Defensive Folding Knife When choosing a defensive folding knife, there is no ultimate “right” choice. Only what’s right for you, your needs, and your training.