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What is the purpose of the N.F.O.C.A. and its membership?
The purpose of the N.F.O.C.A.. is to gather qualified instructors in the fields of Reality Based Combative Martial Arts, Personal Safety, Defensive Tactics and Self Defense.
I've never trained in Self Defense or Reality Based Martial Arts or Combatives. Can I start training Through the N.F.O.C.A.?
Yes you may, N.F.O.C.A. recognizes and Certifies its Instructors, They have school and hold seminars and workshops world wide and have Representatives through the United States and in several foreign countries there are a multitude of training options.
I am an Instructor. Why should I train with the N.F.O.C.A.?
The N.F.O.C.A. is a network of some of the finest Reality Based and Combative instructors in the world. Instructors who specialize in C.Q.C., H2H, Weapons ect.There are courses offered by N.F.O.C.A. Recognized and Certified Instructors which can help you to fill almost ANY gap that you may have in your current training program.
I have created my own training program. What can N.F.O.C.A. A give me?
The N.F.O.C.A. offers instructor members a broad forum from which to promote and teach their systems. Also, through a stringent screening process you could have your system officially recognized by the N.F.O.C.A..
Does the N.F.O.C.A. certify Instructors?
Yes we do, the N.F.O.C.A. has a core combative program which covers the four ranges of combat, impact weapon, edged weapons, and firearms combative. All N.F.O.C.A. members are eligible to participate in the certification program.
Are annual membership fees necessary?
Yes. Membership dues are extremely reasonable and members have the benefit of a large membership perk package upon joining which far exceeds the membership dues.
I’ve had my Rank for quite a long time. How can I advance to the next Rank?
The N.F.O.C.A. does not offer martial arts ranking. The N.F.O.C.A. can connect you to a qualified instructor who can make arrangements for your testing.
How can I register at the N.F.O.C.A.?
You just send a membership application and payment. To the N.F.O.C.A. head quarters. Your application will be reviewed by the N.F.O.C.A. review board. If you are accepted you will be notified within a few days. Not all applicants are accepted.
NOTE: Application fees are non-refundable.
You say that the N.F.O.C.A. promotes programs of Reality Based Combative Martial Arts, Personal Safety, Defensive Tactics and Self Defense. Isn’t that all the same thing?
No they are not. For the N.F.O.C.A. purposes we define these areas as follows:
REALITY BASED COMBATIVES
1. Goal is to Maim, Cripple, or Kill
2. Tools are not based on athletic ability.
3. Tools & Techniques are majority gross motor skills based.
4. Designed to be learned in a span of under 12 months or less
5. No Cultural or ritual Influence
DEFENSIVE TACTICS
1. Goal is to Protect & Control
2. Tools are not based athletic ability
3. Tools & Techniques are majority gross motor skills based.
4. Designed to be learned in a span of under 12 months or less.
5. Developed with use of force requirements in mind.
6. No Cultural or ritual Influence
SELF DEFENSE
1. Goal is to Evade, Protect, & Escape
2. Tools are not based on athletic ability.
3. Tools & Techniques are majority gross motor skills based.
4. Concept Based
5. Emphasis on awareness, avoidance, & prevention strategies.
PERSONAL SAFETY
1. Non-Physical strategies and behaviors.
2. Related to threats to safety from all influences not just assault
3. No Cultural or ritual Influence
COMBAT MARTIAL ARTS
1. Goal can range from evasion to lethal force.
2. Tools may or may not be based on athletic ability.
3. Tools & Techniques are may be based on Fine or gross motor skills.
4. Usually has a Cultural or ritual Influence
5. Usually most effective after extensive study.
What is the difference between N.F.O.C.A. recognized instructor and a certified instructor?
The N.F.O.C.A. recognizes several training programs as quality programs. Instructors teaching these programs are formally recognized as legitimate qualified instructors of their systems. There is no credential however issued to these instructors through the N.F.O.C.A.. Certified Instructors are individuals who have completed the course work in the official N.F.O.C.A. curriculum. Instructor and practitioner credentials are issued directly from the N.F.O.C.A. Training Council.
How do I know which Training Programs the N.F.O.C.A. recognizes?
All training programs currently recognized are listed on the N.F.O.C.A. website.
My Program is not listed as a recognized program. Does that mean the
N.F.O.C.A. does not consider me to be a legitimate instructor?
No not at all, only programs listed on the recognized program list are those which the N.F.O.C.A. board members have had 1st hand experience with. If your program is not listed it does not mean that it is not a quality program. It simply means that we have not had the pleasure yet of reviewing your program.
How do I get my program on the list of recognized training programs?
Instructors can submit course outlines, written materials letters of recommendation, and video footage to the N.F.O.C.A. for review. After reviewing the materials Instructors will be interviewed by an N.F.O.C.A. member on the content of their program. If accepted your program will be listed and recognized by the N.F.O.C.A. Instructors will receive a certificate of system recognition from the N.F.O.C.A. as well. There is a $70.00 application fee for this service.
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