Bioenvironmental Airman takes on the Tactical Combatives Course

Senior Airman Derrik Felton, 15th Aerospace Medicine Squadron bioenvironmental engineering technician, practices take-downs during a level-two Tactical Combatives Course at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, Dec. 12, 2018. Take-down techniques teach participants non-lethal means to control and detain an individual in a timely manner. The Tactical Combatives Course provides participants with practical skills and presents them with realistic training scenarios to provide self-defense techniques in and out of operational environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Heather Redman)

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Bioenvironmental Airman takes on the Tactical Combatives Course

Senior Airman Derrik Felton, 15th Aerospace Medicine Squadron bioenvironmental engineering technician, practices clinch fighting during a level-two Tactical Combatives Course at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, Dec. 12, 2018. Understanding clinch positions is key to fighting effectively. The course focuses on warrior ethos and increasing confidence that will help participants meet future operational needs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Heather Redman)

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Bioenvironmental Airman takes on the Tactical Combatives Course

Senior Airman Derrik Felton, 15th Aerospace Medicine Squadron bioenvironmental engineering technician, practices basic striking techniques during a level-two Tactical Combatives Course at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, Dec. 12, 2018. Effective striking skills include understanding range, knowing what techniques are effective at that range, and controlling the transition between ranges. The course allows service members to get realistic combative training without compromising their safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Heather Redman)

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Bioenvironmental Airman takes on the Tactical Combatives Course

Senior Airman Derrik Felton, 15th Aerospace Medicine Squadron bioenvironmental engineering technician, practices clinch fighting during a level-two Tactical Combatives Course at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, Dec. 12, 2018. Clinching positions are designed to give a controlled position for striking. Joint training events, like the Tactical Combatives Course, help facilitate partnerships between service branches and foster a warrior ethos in Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Heather Redman)

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Bioenvironmental Airman takes on the Tactical Combatives Course

Published Dec. 17, 2018
By Tech. Sgt. Heather Redman
15th Wing Public Affairs

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii -- Senior Airman Derrik Felton, 15th Aerospace Medicine Squadron bioenvironmental engineering technician, practices take-downs during a level-two Tactical Combatives Course at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, Dec. 12, 2018. Take-down techniques teach participants non-lethal means to control and detain an individual in a timely manner. The Tactical Combatives Course provides participants with practical skills and presents them with realistic training scenarios to provide self-defense techniques in and out of operational environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Heather Redman)