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New Order Handbook
Coming Soon: The Official American Order of Combat Guidebook
The newly updated Official American Order of Combat Guidebook will be available soon — an essential resource for every member of the AOC. This comprehensive manual outlines the foundational principles, practices, and protocols that define our system.
Inside, you’ll find:
- AOC History and Origins
- Membership Rules and Conduct Guidelines
- Rank Structure and Award Recognition
- Core Stances, Movements, and Philosophies
- Terminology and Definitions
- Formal Drills and Exercises
- Edged and Impact Weapon Fundamentals
- Tactical Positioning and Combat Strategy
- Human Anatomy and Nerve Motor Points
- Testing Protocols and Promotion Requirements
Secure your copy — pre-orders now open.
Join the ranks. Know the code. Master the Order.
Online Women's Personal Safety Program
Grandmaster Thomann has launched the Online Women’s Personal Safety Academy. At this time, the online academy is offering the following program:
EMPOWERED 2.0! I WILL NOT BE A VICTIM© – Women’s Safety Awareness Program is an innovative and interactive program designed by personal safety expert and trainer Ray Thomann. This comprehensive training course provides you with simple and proven strategies that will increase your overall personal safety and situational awareness skill-sets.
The program facilitates the development of the “I will not be a victim”© mindset, while laying the foundation for a highly effective personal safety plan and strategy in your life.
The online program utilizes our highly personal interactive training system led by your own personal safety instructor. Each day, you’ll be guided through the course and taught the necessary skill-sets to recognize and avoid danger. With the aide of our interactive webzine, practical exercises, daily training video clips, and personalized expert instruction – you will achieve your personal safety goals.