2.9: Craig Douglas’ ShivWorks ECQC: Unfiltered Interviews From the Desert

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! This episode takes you inside a ShivWorks ECQC course through the voices of the people who lived it. Recorded during my most recent Extreme Close Quarters Concepts (ECQC) course, this episode features interviews with Craig Douglas, founder of ShivWorks, alongside his assistant instructors and students from the class.You’ll hear from:Craig Douglas (ShivWorks) on why ECQC is structured the way it is, what people consistently misunderstand about close-range violence, and why pressure testing mattersBrian Frias and Scotty Oates, ShivWorks assistant instructors, on what they observe when students are stressed, entangled, and forced to make decisions in real timeOlivia, a law enforcement officer and instructor, on applying ECQC principles within duty constraints and policy-driven environmentsNick, a civilian with one clear goal: becoming harder to hurt and more capable of protecting himself and those he cares aboutEpisode Resources & Ways to Support the Show🎥 Watch this episode on the She Shield YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@sheshieldpod 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast: Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen.🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode.⭐ Rate & review the podcast: this helps the show reach more people who can benefit from self-defense education.📲 Follow on Instagram: @sheshieldpod for episode highlights, behind-the-scenes, and episode updates. Check out your host Sofia @fit4fia. To learn more about Sofia and or to train with her, visit fit4fia.comThis Episode is brought to you by Right to Bear. Right to Bear is a legal defense membership designed to support everyday citizens who take personal responsibility for their safety. Their program provides access to experienced attorneys and legal resources if you’re ever forced to defend yourself or others in a critical incident.See their membership options here:  http://Www.protectwithbear.com/pages/plansUse code “FIT4FIA10” at checkout to receive 10% off your membership.Episode Resources: Train with Shivworks