by Paul Burns | Sep 14, 2014 | Self Defence, Tips & Advice
It’s something we all do on a regular basis, extract cash from the ATM. In recent months robberies have increased at these cash dispensers. The amount of people who are switched off at ATMs. So next time you use the ‘hole in the wall’ please keep in mind these safety tips.
by Paul Burns | Aug 23, 2014 | Fitness, Food & Diet, Health
Quorn ingredients and meals tend to be lower in saturated fats and calories. Below are great meals to try. You will be surprised how easy they are to make and how delicious they taste. Recent studies showed that mycoprotein actually helps to lower cholesterol.
by Paul Burns | Jul 22, 2014 | Fitness, Self Defence, Tips & Advice
Walking or jogging are great ways to keep in shape. The outdoors, changing scenery, fresh air, bliss! But how many of you who exercise outdoors have a safety plan in place before you set off? This post will offer some simple & effective tips on how to stay safe jogging.
by Paul Burns | Jun 17, 2014 | General Information, Self Defence, Tips & Advice
We spend a lot of time teaching children how to stay safe through our Kidz Kombat Classes and Teen Self-Defence, but we also work closely with the parent’s to teach them ways to keep their little-ones safe – after all, our children are every parent’s greatest vulnerability.
by Paul Burns | May 20, 2014 | General Information, Insights, Self Defence
The OODA loop is probably best described as an information processing system. The term itself is an acronym for OBSERVE ORIENT DECIDE ACT. In simple terms the thinking behind the “OODA Loop” is that we all firstly observe what is going on around us
by Paul Burns | Apr 24, 2014 | Events, General Information
Myself and my wife recently returned from a trip to Poland which included a trip to the infamous Auschwitz. We were both apprehensive when we booked the day trip tickets, not really sure why we felt the need to visit such an abhorrent scab on the earth.
by Paul Burns | Mar 6, 2014 | Self Defence, The Law, Tips & Advice
A large part of the Hard Target system covers edged weapons defence, and although this part of our curriculum is very comprehensive, the practical modules are kept very simple. Over twenty years of cross training in many combative systems …
by Paul Burns | Feb 14, 2014 | General Information, Insights
This article was inspired by an interview I heard. It was between a student of Hard Target self-defence and Geoff Thompson. Geoff Thompson is a Legendary Martial Artist, BAFTA WINNING author of thirty-four books published in 15 languages, five multi-award…
by Paul Burns | Jan 23, 2014 | General Information, Video & Podcast
Last year I had the honour of getting to interview Geoff Thompson – the Legendary Martial Artist, BAFTA WINNING author of thirty-four books published in 15 languages, five multi-award-winning films, three stage plays, hundreds of published articles.
by Paul Burns | Dec 19, 2013 | Fitness, Food & Diet, General Information
Fish is one of our most valuable sources of protein food. World-wide, people obtain about 25% of their animal protein from fish and shell fish. About 35% of all fish is eaten fresh, chilled or frozen. It is also cured or canned (16% each) or made into oil and fish…
by Paul Burns | Apr 23, 2013 | Classes & Courses, Events, Fitness
Last year I had the honour of getting to interview Geoff Thompson – the Legendary Martial Artist, BAFTA WINNING author of thirty-four books published in 15 languages, five multi-award-winning films, three stage plays and hundreds of published articles.
by Paul Burns | Oct 1, 2012 | Classes & Courses, Events
Self Defence Course No Rules, No Rituals, No Nonsense This course is open to everyone regardless of your age*, skill level, male or female. * Under 18s will need parental permission. * See our special offer below. The majority of people will at some point in their...
by Paul Burns | Aug 29, 2012 | Classes & Courses
What is Kidz Kombat? Kidz Kombat is a unique self-defence program designed with children in mind. These very popular self defence classes are conducted in a safe and fun environment by our highly experienced instructors. All classes are thought in an age...
by Paul Burns | Jul 3, 2012 | Food & Diet
Many of my (new) clients often struggle to eat a good breakfast. I have heard all the excuses! Slept late, can’t eat anything in the morning, I don’t have the time :0 Firstly let us understand that we all have the same 24 hours. You, me, the President, the...
by Paul Burns | Jun 22, 2012 | Classes & Courses
It’s summer time and everyone is looking to lose fat, tone up and to get that beach body you have always wanted! For the month of June and July Focus Fitness Personal Training have launched an all new beach body fitness programme – With all sessions done...
by Paul Burns | Jun 21, 2012 | Classes & Courses, Events, The Law
This class is a “Women’s Only” Self Defence course and is a must for any woman concerned with personal safety. Designed specifically with women in mind, these lessons are open to all women, of all ages and all levels of fitness. These classes are...
by Paul Burns | Apr 11, 2012 | Classes & Courses, Events
Saturday & Sunday 2 Day Self Defence Seminar The course is open to everyone- young*, old, fit, unfit, male and female. No experience is necessary. Just bring a note-pad, pen, towel and water. Lunch is supplied and all who attend will receive a certificate on...
by Paul Burns | Feb 21, 2012 | Events
Presented by Aidan Carroll (4th Dan, Founder of Hard Target Self Defence Systems) and Tony Somers (5th Dan under Geoff Thompson). With guest speakers Colette Cunningham and Alan Matthews. Over the years Tony and Aidan have presented many seminars and master classes...
by Paul Burns | Feb 10, 2012 | Classes & Courses, Fitness
What is Box-It? Box- IT is a unique form of fitness training designed to work every major muscle in the body while also burning more calories than any other programme in a standard 45 minute session. Each student is partnered up and every module involves the use of...
by Paul Burns | Feb 9, 2012 | The Law
Seven Steps to Legal, Emotional and Physical Preparation – This book stands alone as an introduction to the context of self-defence. There are seven elements that must be addressed to bring self-defence training to something approaching complete. Any training...
by Paul Burns | Jan 30, 2012 | Food & Diet
It’s probably no real surprise to most of you reading this that consuming a lot of refined sugar is bad for your health. The majority of houses in Ireland will have sugar in the kitchen press or a bowl on the table! This sugar comes mainly from sugar cane or to...
by Paul Burns | Jan 12, 2012 | Classes & Courses, Self Defence
This class is a “Women’s Only” Self Defence course and is a must for any woman concerned with personal safety. Designed specifically with women in mind, these lessons are open to all women, of all ages and all levels of fitness. These classes are...
by Paul Burns | Dec 13, 2011 | The Law
Every person resident in the State is entitled to live in peace and to go about their business and other affairs in safety from threat and attack. Modern times have called for the introduction of legislation to outlaw the variety of assaults occurring daily in...
by Paul Burns | Nov 27, 2011 | Events
Congratulations to everyone who successfully completed the Hard Target intensive 2 Day Self-Defence seminar. We had a great group of students who all worked very well together throughout the classes this weekend. Everyone gave it their all and showed great aptitude...
