What Students and Experts say about
Dynamic Combat™

"DCM is the most realistic martial art I've encountered in my 17 years of working undercover narcotics and street crime. "Sgt. T. J. Music, Police Officer

"I have taken many other well known martial arts courses, but none like this one. It was fast-paced and exciting, and I learned more in one day than all my previous years of training. "R. Robertson, Retired Businessman Black Belt

"Training in Dynamic Combat™ is a unique and enlightening experience. I have a second-degree black belt in Goju Karate and I thought I was good, but these guys are the best I've ever seen. DCM is unbelievable. "P. H. Crompton, Attorney Black Belt

"Dynamic Combat™ is the most effective and deadly martial art system I have ever seen. Nothing else even comes close. These guys can really fight. "R. M. Doyle, SWAT Team Leader

"The best training I've ever received. Def Com™ far exceeded all my expectations. I was simply amazed at how much I learned in two days. Everyone interested in learning real martial arts should take this course. "M. Williams, Computer Engineer

"As a former Karate instructor in the Kenpo system, I can say without a doubt DCM is a reality-based martial art. I have trained under Mr. Ryan and I have found his methods to be far superior to anyone else's...including my own. "C. Stevens, Kenpo Instructor

"Without a doubt DCM is the best system I have learned in my 20 years of training in the martial arts. I have never seen a system that even comes close to the practicality and effectiveness of Dynamic Combat™. In two days, I tripled my speed and power and learned more about real fighting than I ever thought possible. "J. Reibold, Black Belt

"I cannot express how impressed I was with Mr. Ryan and his system. I found my training to be absolutely remarkable in scope and application and I highly recommend it to anyone interested in learning the truth of martial arts. "G. Thompson, Physician

"As an engineer I can tell you that the science behind the system is remarkable in its organization, structure and application. The system is very well thought out and based on a correct understanding of physics. "W. L. Lawrence , Structural Engineer

"Dynamic Combat™ is a fresh vision, a clear sense of purpose and a total dedication to combat effectiveness. "M. Brownlie, Ju-Jitsu Instructor

"Dynamic Combat is one of the most reality-based martial art systems I have ever seen and Master Ryan is one of the most skilled and knowledgeable instructors I have ever had the honor of training with.” L. Sakahara, 3rd Degree Black Belt, Kyung-Ki-Do

"I thought that this was the most realistic street survival training I have ever received. Dynamic Combat is even more realistic than any Military training I have ever been through.” M. Yatsko, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Phoenix Law Enforcement Training Academy

"Excellent! Your system is very applicable to street survival. Most realistic system I have encountered and it left me wanting to learn more.” W. Don Murphy, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Arizona DPS

"I totally enjoyed the seminar and found it very useful and instructive. It helped greatly with alternatives and focus. It encourages evasive maneuvering and I liked the aggressiveness of the techniques. Having lived a generally peaceful existence I have not known what a real fight is like until now.” E. Greene , Jeet Kune Do Practitioner

"Master Ryan has incredible knowledge about real fighting. His knowledge, ability and instruction is beyond compare.” D.V. Sysnick, National Judo Competitor

"I was really amazed at Mr. Ryan’s understanding of physics and mechanics. Everything he said not only made sense but also was correct from a scientific point of view. I really want to learn more of your hand techniques and more about the whole DCM curriculum. They are so practical and effective!” C. Zarius, Engineer, Martial Artist

"What I liked most was your focus on real situations and using a person’s natural response patterns. The shield is an amazing defense. I hope to have more Dynamic Combat Seminars in the near future and look forward to learning more.” P. Caldwell, Jeet Kune Do Practitioner

"What I really like about DCM is that there are many levels of proficiency. The basics are really easy to learn and apply and beyond that there is a very sophisticated martial art for those motivated enough to reach for the highest levels of fighting skill.” T. J. Vance, Black Belt

"Richard is obviously extremely well trained, experienced and knowledgeable and he articulates the material very well. I found it easy to understand and apply.” J. Philips, Police Officer

"Excellent! Very informative and reality-based!” D. Jefferies, Jeet Kune Do Practitioner
"Your bottom line approach to the worst-case scenario very enlightening. You opened my eyes to a much more realistic approach to self defense in contrast to the glamorous way.” J. Mize, Ngor Chor Kung Fu 1st Degree Black Belt, Jeet Kune Do Practitioner

"I would have to rate the real-world effectiveness of your seminar very, very high and I hope that reality fighting will continue to be the focus of your seminars. Anyone can see books and movies and think they know what reality is but learning how it really is in person is a whole new ball game.” K. Dellmont, Chinese Kenpo Black Belt

"I especially enjoyed the section on the Shield Defense System. I found it very effective and realistic as a worst-case scenario defensive system.” L. Speirs, Jeet Kune Do Practitioner, Karate Black Belt

"Very street practical. Easy to pick up and apply in a short amount of time. The movements were natural and used natural response patterns. Ryan was a top notch instructor – very approachable.” J. Casey, Patrol Sergeant/Training Officer, Showlow Police Department

"Your seminar was right on the money as far as realism. It was very, very good and exceptionally informative, thank you.” Sensei M. Crenshaw, 43 years in Karate, Jui-Jitsu and Aikido

"This Shield theory and techniques was completely new to me but I think it is very effective!” M. Griggs, Jeet Kune Do Practitioner

"This program was well worth the time and money. Dynamic Combat is very self-defense oriented with not much flash. First rate – very effective!” E.P. Donnogan, Chinese Kenpo Student

"I think what you teach is highly effective in real world conflicts and I liked the directness of it.” R. Vessels, Jeet Kune Do Practitioner/Power lifter

"What I liked most was the realistic force-on-force style of Dynamic Combat. I believe that this program would be very effective on the street. It was excellent, very informative and dynamic!” M. Prosch, Jeet Kune Do Instructor

"Your seminar was very enjoyable and interesting. I found it to be a 10 +! I especially liked the energy fighting drills.” R. Mitchell, Jeet Kune Do Practitioner

"Richard, thank you for your time here today. I truly respect and appreciate what you have shown us. The practical applications reflect what we could be confronted with in real life situations. As a practicing martial artist, and Jeet Kune do instructor, I will be able to take these applications you’ve given me and excite in my students the incredible effectiveness of Dynamic Combat.” J. Kennedy, Jeet Kune Do Instructor

"You guys can really fight! I learned a lot today, thanks!” R. Singer

"Excellent! The techniques were simple and made sense. This is much easier and more realistic than anything I have learned before and it doesn’t require much practice to get down the techniques and timing.” Sgt. J. C. Spina, Training Officer, Mesa Police Department

"The only thing I would have wanted to see more of is more time with you. Your movements and techniques reflect true situations that you will be confronted with in the streets. I think your art is very true to real world situations.” D. Bennett, Chief Instructor, 4th Degree Black Belt, Tai Ken Do Karate

"I think these applications are for every aspect of defense. Dynamic Combat is very explosive and directly effective. Richard Ryan had a wealth of knowledge and skill. He was great at correcting problems and sharing his skills.” M. C. Smith, Paramedic, Navajo Nation EMS

"This is one of the most effective systems of combat I have ever seen. The basics are simple but very effective in realistic life threatening situations. I learned how to hit much harder and definitely improve my eye-hand coordination.” A. Guy, Paramedic, Navajo Nation EMS

"I have to give you a 10 out of 10 for knowledge and ability. You have a very practical and powerful presentation.” Sifu L. Tang, Hsing I Chuan

"What I liked most was the basic, easy repeatable progression of techniques used to work off my own natural reactions. He idea that the techniques are modifications of what we would do naturally, hence less practice to remain proficient.” M. Bellows, Black Belt/Defensive Tactics Instructor, New York PD

"I know your Dynamic Combat seminar opened a lot of eyes around here. Mr. Ryan I simply the best martial artist I have ever seen in 20 years of training!” K. Smith, Koshin Kai Academy

"DCM is more realistic than other arts I have studied. Play like you work and you’ll work like you play so if you train in real world concepts and techniques you will be able to apply them when you need to.” H. T. Brown, Mixed Martial Arts Practitioner

"This is the art of the worst-case scenario. The academy always teaches ideal settings and situations. I also enjoyed bringing in a civilian instructor. A guy who literally kicks peoples butts for a living. It was great to learn from someone other than cops for a change.” J. Teachout, Motor Officer, Oro Valley P.D.

"I was really impressed with your system and the Speed Shield in particular. Very effective and simple tactic!!! One of the best training seminars I have attended in my 14 years of law enforcement. Outstanding instruction.” Sgt. J. Henderson, Training Officer, Mesa Police Department

"Very practical – you never know what the skill or weapon of choice ‘Charlie Badass’ is going to use in the street and this program takes that into consideration." R. Dillman, Lawyer, Black Belt

"The most amazing thing about Dynamic Combat is that the basic level techniques are simple and build upon themselves so when you know the basics, you’ll always be able to complete the advanced techniques with very little thought.” T. J. Tompson, Mixed Martial Arts Trainer/Instructor

"I was amazed at how quickly I learned today. I feel I can hit with a lot more speed and power than I did when I started.” T. Seaber

"Dynamic Combat is much more practical than I expected. Mr. Ryan is obviously a master of his art and an accomplished expert in his field and it shows in his performance and instruction.” D. Otanez, Sergeant, Phoenix Police Department, Defensive Tactics Instructor

"The techniques I learned from your seminar are very practical and easy to learn and instinctual to apply especially the Shield Defense System which capitalizes on natural reactions.” V. Washington, Black Belt, Monterey Bay Karate Academy

"Mr. Ryan is an exceptional teacher for adult oriented classes. His explanations are clear, simple and all make sense. I also liked the use of analogies that made his system even easier to understand. The encouragement was also appreciated, thanks.” R. J. Brisbaine Ph.D., Black Belt

"I have done this for 15 years and I can say without a doubt that Richard Ryan and his system are one of the best I have ever seen. This system gives officers the ability to quickly end a confrontation.” Lt. B. Thiem, S.W.A.T., Mesa Police Department

"Dynamic Combat is an excellent system based on our own natural tendencies in a physical confrontation. It appears to be a perfect defensive system for police officers because of the simplicity of the basics and economy of motion. Also, it is easily remembered and we know most officers won’t practice their techniques.” B. Ragsdave, Detective

"By the third day I started to become incredibly confident about my ability to use DCM energy fighting in real combat situations, something that I wasn’t sure I could ever do when I was introduced to it. I especially liked the hands-on application drills which forced me to use the techniques as you taught them. Simply amazing system and I want to learn more as soon as possible.” A. Dupre, 3rd Degree Black Belt, Tae Kwon Do

"I think you and your art are incredible. I thought I had seen it all in 17 years of martial arts and law enforcement training and I was skeptical about attending today, but after watching you move and listening to your concepts and techniques I completely changed my mind. I think your art is far superior not only in surviving real fights but winning them easily!” B. Reynolds, Undercover Police Officer

"Practical techniques that will work in real fights and Real world applications.” H. Yan, Gung Fu Practitioner

"It’s about time someone came up with a system like this! It was a real eye opener!” R. M. Butters, Patrolman II, Arizona DPS

" What I liked most about this seminar was that each section of training was a building block to the next and that it was easy to learn and remember.” F. Wardinski, Medical Technician/Martial Artist

"Outstanding! This was the best training I have received, not only as a DTI, but for any seminar or any class since my academy days. Simple, aggressive and realistic not idealistic the training was based on what really happens in a fight. Richard Ryan is amazing. He was the best I have ever seen.” Sergeant M. Njaa, Patrol Training Officer, Mesa Police Department"After having you ring my bell in class today I guess I have to give you my highest approval (if not respect). All I can say is Dynamic Combat works!” Sifu D. Chang, 3rd Degree Black Sash, Wing Chun Gung Fu

"Unlike some martial arts your system is translatable to other systems. The basic concepts were simple and easy to apply and I found them not so radical that I couldn’t integrate them into my own training.” Sensei P. L. Etnire, Combat Karate Instructor

"Dynamic Combat is definitely different from what I am used to but I have to admit that what I learned works. Everything you taught makes perfect sense and I think would be very effective in a street fight.” K. Muldoon, 1st Degree Black Belt, Shotokan Karate

"Anyone who wants to learn how to really fight should study your system. Very impressive.” J.J. Rimerez

"This is the first training that I have had since I left my former school that I would like to do a lot more of. It was a lot better and more practical than my old stuff.” R. Teller, Personal Trainer/Brown Belt

"Personally I think Bruce would have liked Dynamic combat. Many of the concepts are very similar but like you said in the seminar ‘truth is truth’ and it doesn’t matter where it comes from.” R. Van Skiver, Wing Chun/Jeet Kune Do Practitioner

"Your system was very realistic. I liked the physical contact. It is good to train yourself to be aggressive when confronted with violence and your system does that. Thanks for the great training.” W. K. Bailer, Tae Kwon do/Hapkido

"Dynamic Combat is very effective and realistic. It makes more sense than any system I have ever seen. The basics are simple and teach you to react and attack and how to attack hard. Richard Ryan is awesome. Very credible and it shows.” D. Miller, Training Officer, Chandler Police Department

"I enjoyed all aspects of the training I received. I came from the old school of Karate (started in 1978) and a lot of what you taught is similar to what I received in my early days, but you have definitely refined the techniques, plus you taught a lot of new things that I had never seen before.” Sensei T. Gussite, 5th Degree Black Belt, Goju Ryu Karate, Retired Police Officer

"What I liked most about your training is that you never put one technique above the other because situations constantly change. I liked the way to let the student adapt to the circumstances and then helped them get better.” D. Darrow, Firefighter/Black Belt

"Your seminar was a very enlightening experience and I believe that DCM is as practical as you can get!” B. D. Mulleneaux, Koshin Kai Academy

"I thought that Mr. Ryan was a police officer because of his experience and the way he explained the scenarios we face every day. He is without a doubt the best I have ever seen.” Officer M. Doherty, Mesa Police Department

"Finally a martial art that fits with the way the street really is!” D. Wayne, LE Tactical Training Officer

"Excellent real world training. Very applicable for Police Officers/LE. Traditional martial arts are frequently low speed. It’s about time someone came up with a reality-based style.” Sergent S. Gesell, Scottsdale Police Dept.

"Wow…This is the best seminar I have ever attended! I learned a lot about how to really defend myself and survive a serious assault. Dynamic Combat definitely works!” L. D. Williams, M.D.

"Dynamic Combat seems like the perfect martial art for law enforcement although it may be a little too brutal. It seems like it would be great training for S.W.A.T. or special ops teams because of it’s no nonsense approach to the use of force.” L. Forcum, Criminal Investigator

"This is the first system outside of JKD that I have seen that is realistic in its approach and applicable to the street.” E. Walker, Jeet Kune Do Practitioner

"Your system is one of the most effective and practical I have seen and our entire department uses your techniques (Tactical Defense Training™) so it was great to finally come to one of your seminars and see the real thing.” Sgt. T Higgans, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Mesa Police Dept Academy

"Having attended many martial arts seminars in the past I found yours to be refreshing not only in content but because you came across as very knowledgeable about many martial arts. As an instructor you speak with authority and experience but do not talk down to the student. That is not always the case in many seminars. I will be coming back as soon as I can.” J. Richardson, Student Martial Artist

"I have to rate your art as very high on my practicality list. As a police officer I often have to resort to the use of force and I am always looking for better methods. Your approach to real fighting and mind set are what I’ve been looking for.” C. Edward Holdinsky, Police Officer

"The seminar was great! Mr. Ryan obviously is well informed and understands the realities of violence and was able to rely that knowledge to the student.” Sifu T. Lockwood, Shaolin Gung Fu Academy

"This was an excellent seminar and excellent instruction from theory to application. The effectiveness is obvious. The system works and should benefit me greatly in the street.” L. A. Ochoa, Police K-9 Officer, Coolidge Police Department

"I liked most the realism & truth about fighting that Master Ryan conveyed during the seminar. He knows what he is talking about.” Master M. Macey, Chinese Wu Shu Center

"Having been a former Wing Chun Instructor I was interested in attending one of your seminars and I have to tell you your techniques are far beyond anything that I have learned before. The reinvented sticky hands training was really interesting and effective. I will be attending every one of your seminars I can in the future.” Sifu A. Teychen, Wing Chun Instructor

"What I liked most was your rules of reality. I had never heard anything like that before and the more I thought about it the more applicable it seemed to everything you were showing us. It reminded me of something Master Ed Parker would have come up with. I will be attending every Dynamic Combat Seminar I can in the future.” S. E Ashley, American Kenpo Instructor

"Your training takes martial arts back to the street. After thirteen years as a police officer and S.W.A.T. officer I feel this was the most effective real combat training that I have had to date!” R. Stanton, Yuma County SO

"Mr. Ryan not only is a great martial artist and instructor but I found him to have a great sense of humor and did not seem to take himself so seriously. He gave excellent insights and encouragement.” N. Dixon, Shito Ryu Karate

"I thought your DCM seminar was great. I most enjoyed how the techniques were taught in template form, which made them easy to learn and remember. Very practical in the same vein as Jeet Kune Do.” J.D. Nathan, Black Belt, Jeet Kune Do Concepts Practitioner

"I wish that I met you in 1973-74 when I started my martial arts career. I could have saved a lot of time and effort. Your methods are far superior to the traditional ones I learned. I think I’m going to upgrade to Dynamic Combat from now on.” M. W. Duffey, Pima County Detective, S.W.A.T. Paramedic

"I found DCM to be very easy to learn and apply which is not always the case with many martial arts. I think this partially due to the obvious experience of the Instructor (Richard Ryan) but also his experience as a tactician.” R. Stanley, California State Police, Tactical Training Unit Instructor

"I really enjoyed the program. Master Ryan had exceptional communication skills and everything was easy to learn. He kept the attention of the class and always emphasized the important points.” Sensei J. Westmoreland, Westmoreland Combat Academy

"The best training I have received in 10 years in Karate and 5 plus years as a police officer.” R. Jimenez, Marana Police Dept., D. T. Instructor/SWAT Officer

"At first I thought that what your were teaching was very simple and basic. What you do for one situation works for another. The training started off with a good foundation then built from there. After the second day I began to see the value in your Action Templates. It was much more natural and instinctive. Once you get the basics down (Dynamic Combat) really makes sense.” Shihan P. Galinger, 3rd Degree Black Belt, Taijutsu

"The basics of DCM are simple to learn and I think simple to teach but the best part is that it teaches techniques without all the fancy stuff. Having an extensive martial arts background this system is much better because it is not filled with fancy things that might work.” J. Cribic, Shaolin Five Animal Style Practitioner

"I learned a lot in this seminar starting with more effective body mechanics that will help me with my own training. I think Dynamic Combat is a great supplement to any system.” Sensei B. Kenechek, Shorinji Kenpo

"I especially liked the aggressive attitude of the system. It is one of the most direct and effective arts I have ever seen in my 22 years in the martial arts and the military,” T. Juran, United States Marines

"At first I didn’t know what to expect but after seeing the live demonstrations of the techniques at full speed I was impressed. This art is one of the most practical yet simplified styles of real fighting that I have ever seen.” J. Andrews

"This new system is far superior to anything that I have learned in the past. It is easy to remember and allows you to generate the intensity and force to stop someone cold.” Kirkpatrick

"On a scale of 1 to 10 this program is a 10 +! It all made so much sense from the fighting platform on up. The Dynamic Combat system is the best I’ve learned & easiest to apply.” S. Cook

"Great Job Mr. Ryan! You were incredibly enthusiastic and knew exactly what you were doing. I had a sense of confidence in you and what you were teaching because of your experience and skill. Very Credible.” J. Fuller, Student

"100% better than I expected. I particularly liked the predatory mindset that does not rely on someone’s general prediction of how human minds will react under threat. Very dynamic stuff!” T. Boelts

"It was realistic as to what a street level, violent encounter would be like. The system was also presented in an easy to understand manner. It started out with the first block of training and kept building, always keeping the same basics.” Sensei J. H. Telbaine, Chief Instructor, Telbaine Martial Arts Academy

"I have not personally had the opportunity to apply Dynamic Combat techniques on the street but I have supervised personnel who have. After attending this program I now know why they are so confident.” J. Kirmec, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Pima County Sheriff’s Department

"I was glad to find out that the techniques I learned were simple and effective, some techniques are complicated and take thousands of repetitions before they become natural. Your system started out with natural movement patterns. In my opinion that is what makes it unique. Very easy to learn that way.” A. Phillips, Black Belt

"A lot of thought has gone into the development of your techniques. It seems very practical.” Sifu B. Muzzy, Hung Gar Gung Fu

"The best training I have ever attended. This is real fighting. It’s better because it is more realistic and covers the worst-case scenario. Compared to other martial arts I have taken and to the previous POST (Peace Officers Standards and Training) course or the FBI courses your system is light years ahead as far as reality. Those courses cover techniques that could never be really used.” Lt. R. McCaleb, Lake Havasu City Police Department

"Richard Ryan was awesome. He demonstrated the materials and obviously knew what he was doing. This stuff is very unique and original and obviously wasn’t out of someone else’s text book.” S. Stuart, Black Belt

"18 plus years of experience in law enforcement proves this is effective… when a fight starts we all revert to what comes natural and Dynamic Combat is based on natural response patterns.” Lt. D. Newark, Retired Boston Police Officer

"I learned things today that actually work even if the adversary is bigger and stronger!” Sgt. D. Melvin, Officer Survival Training Instructor, Globe Police Department

"Very unique and practical fighting art. On of the best I have ever seen.” T. Chang, 4th Degree Black Sash, Hung Gar Kung Fu

"Excellent. Outstanding. Richard is a master of reality-based combat!” R. John Talbet, American Kickboxing Instructor

"Dynamic Combat is definitely a reality-based martial art. I liked the philosophy that you react instantly and aggressively to their initial move & then we create stress in their world. The tactics are geared toward effective motions and philosophies which translate into more effect in application.” G. Mitchell, Arrest Tactics Instructor, Yuma PD

"Very practical and realistic. Your martial art definitely translates to the street.” G. Rudy, Black Belt

"I think your system is what has been lacking in law enforcement for a long time – reality! Before we were only taught how to defend an attack but never how to defend and respond. The techniques and tactics you each are very practical and effective.” Sgt. J. Crabtree, Ft. Mcdowell Police

"I have studied Karate for 5 years and just now understood that it can be over complicated. I really liked the perceptual training you showed us. I like your idea of ‘just go to the next thing’ the flow of action concept.” G. Clark, Karate Practitioner

"Although this is a martial art – it is very practical for street officers who don’t spend as much time as they should training for violent encounters. It is definitely more natural reaction based than other systems and applies to the spectrum of the 10% it is designed for (the worst-case scenario).” Deputy S. Brooks, District II Patrol/Training Officer, Mohave County S.O.

"Richard Ryan was very skilled and knowledgeable and easy to relate to. I learned a lot of practical techniques.” R. Dean

"The system/training seemed more geared toward S.W.A.T. applications because of the sudden use of force, however I think Dynamic Combat should be taught to everyday law enforcement officers.” T. Price, S.W.A.T. Training Officer

"Your system is very effective for real fights. Especially the building block concept. I’ve learned some similar techniques but not as refined and effective as yours.” S. Kama, Mixed Martial Arts

"This seminar was the best/most realistic training I’ve ever had. The demonstrations and scenarios really hit home. I hate to admit it but compared to this the training I’ve had in the past did not prepare me for the worst-case scenario.” A. Littleton, Aikido/Jiu-jitsu Practitioner

"Excellent. Much more practical than anything else have learned in 14 years. I really liked that it dealt with the worst-case scenario and the building aspect and how the drills showed its effectiveness.” A. Lafreniere, Training OFC, Sahuarito Police Department

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