• Split Second Survival Seminar

    Omaha November 6-8 2026
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  • About Joel Leeming

    I’ve been training in martial arts since I was young, and it has been a lifelong journey of learning, growth, and self-discovery.

    Along that journey, I was fortunate to be introduced to Larry Wick and Split Second Survival (SSS), a unique approach to self-defense that has had a profound impact on both my martial arts practice and my life. After Larry’s passing, I was able to connect with Meghan Illguth, who he entrusted with carrying on the SSS system. I’ve now had the privilege of training with Meghan for the past 10 years, and I currently serve as one of only four Level Two instructors within the organization.

    What I value most about Split Second Survival is that it is not learning how to fight. It is a versatile, trauma-informed approach to self-defense designed to help people develop awareness, confidence, decision-making skills, and practical tools for protecting themselves.

    My goal is to make these skills accessible to anyone who wants to feel more confident and prepared in an uncertain situation—regardless of their previous martial arts or self-defense experience.
    I’m excited to share what I’ve learned and help others develop the skills and confidence to better protect themselves and the people they care about.

    Meghan Illguth was trained by industry leaders in advanced multiple threat neutralization and control tactics. In addition to being involved in the development of the PERSIST training program, Meghan owns and teaches a system of techniques that has been supplementIng military and government agency training since 2010 and is currently being utilized by the special operations community. Meghan has traveled across the US teaching her techniques to martial artists, civilians, health care providers, law enforcement officers, and armed forces personnel.

  • Notes About this Seminar

    During this seminar, we will be discussing and demonstrating real-world violence, the use of weapons and, methods to survive.

    Please Note the following:

    • No minors allowed to attend this seminar
    • Discussion and/or Demonstration may be triggering, please feel free to step out if necessary.  We understand that trauma is real
    • If you are not comfortable working with someone, say so, we will adjust
    • All weapons used in training will be provided by the Seminar
    • To protect everyones safety

    ABSOLUTELY NO OUTSIDE WEAPONS OF ANY KIND ALLOWED

     

  • THIS EVENT IS NOT SANCTIONED BY THE WTSDA AND DOES NOT COMPLY WITH WTSDA RULES AND REGULATIONS, AND WTSDA MEMBERS ARE ADVISED ACCORDINGLY.

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  • Minor Under 16

    Per Joel's preference and discretion, minors under the age of 16 require additional vetting before being allowed to train in Split Second Survival. Requirments are that the student:

    • Be a WTSDA Blackbelt in good standing and
    • have a recomendation from a certified instuctor

    If you meet these requirements and would like to register, please contact Mr Ben Carpick at redtailkarate@gmail.com. 

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