[Short Circuit] Combatives & The Modern Protector | Eric “Swayze” Gifford

Executive Protection Agent, Eric “Swayze” Gifford runs Shadow
Company. A former rock climber and MMA fighter, with over 35
years experience in the martial arts. In addition to working
operationally in the field, he also teaches Close Quarters Combat
and tactical firearms.


In his own words:


"Growing up in a single parent home with a younger
sister. Protection has been in my blood since I was a cub. Left
home at seventeen, lived the gypsy life for ten years. I was a
professional rock climber and MMA fighter training all over the
country and globe. I have been martial arts for 35 years,
security for over 20 years and in EP for 10. My MMA coach got me
my first gig"


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