How to CQB and clear rooms alone

Former Green Beret and GRS contractor Mike Glover goes over the fundamentals of single-man close quarters battle (CQB).
We've all seen it - the sexy CQB videos with full kit. That has its place, but as a civilian, it's not grounded in reality based training. More often than not, you're going to be alone with a pistol.
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[@mojoriden]

I'm a realtor. I'm going to start showing homes this way.

[@fieldcraftsurvival]

Haha

[@michaelsamael2307]

Lmao😂😂

[@alexhoang3638]

Yessss hahahaha

[@LTTang]

Haha. You’ll be very successful.

[@followmeontwitch1]

I feel like they might judge the neighborhood differently if you did that... lmao

[@WolfManJammer]

"My wife asked me to sweep the house. I don't know why she's upset, we're clear."

[@thomasjoyce7910]

There's not enough Married Woman CQB content out there.

[@RagnarLothbrok2222]

Solid dad joke

[@maxgould2461]

I audibly laughed, thank you for adding joy to my day.

[@K0MBIAN]

Underrated comment...

[@johnhuge4065]

Ahahahaha

[@Austin-fc6zc]

This guy is good...Can we all just appreciate this dude fed us 30mins of info UNCUT. I’ve watched other videos of “gun guys” where it’s kinda obvious they have a little knowledge they make sound overly complex so they come across like experts. If you pay close attention this guy is trying to water it down for us, you can tell he catches himself naturally falling into more complex aspects of the subject then dumbs it down for us, signs of a true master of a craft. Just subscribed 🤟

[@ryanbuckley5529]

This is a great guy to learn from! Along with his buddies, like “GBRS” guys, and Shawn Ryan. There’s so many (to many) people out there “teaching” sh*t they have No business teaching. It makes me laugh when someone teaches about being in a gunfight, and what to do, when they’ve Never been in a gunfight.

[@natas0733]

Im pretty sure i remember something about him being an instructor in some capacity during his career as a green beret.

[@natas0733]

@@ryanbuckley5529 you ain't lyin'! Like some tacticool guy in skinny jeans with color tattoos and a "I've read a lot about this" sort of way about his "teaching"... almost like he's regurgitating what he's learned verbatim because he doesn't have the experience to put things into his own terms? One of those dudes what youre talking about? Lol cracks me the fuck up. All the while they completely skip the most basic and obvious things that matter most in a gun fight, like avoid it at all costs, shoot first and shoot fast, you can NEVER have too much ammo, have water somewhere you can get to cuz you WILL be thirstier than a 16 year old at a Bieber concert, and all that sort of stuff that will actually matter

[@alvarezgamers]

This is a legit badass. Saw active combat many times over and live to talk about.

[@dougkoho]

@@ryanbuckley5529❤😂😊❤❤😊😂😊😊😊😊😂😂

[@miggy1781]

Mike, as a LEO we do not get the amount of training that I believe we need. Yes, we train and we have excellent instructors, but it’s minimal. This video taught me a lot, I’ve had to go in buildings by myself or with just one more officer. This single man CQB video pointed out a lot of small and big flaws that I have. Thank you so much for teaching us!

[@seanoconnor6713]

Miguel Lopez I was about to comment something real similar. As a rural cop training and extra guys can be scarce sometimes so these tips are really appreciated

[@blaster229]

Bro, you have no idea. I have sort of been on both sides of this coin. I was a street cop before 9/11 happened and then I became an Air Marshal(retired now). Not that I was an "operator", but I was initially trained by those guys and have had them as co-workers. And had continuous specialized training during my career. Back in '01 there was virtually zero street cop advanced training. My eyes were opened up to a whole different world of tactics. All we ever knew as cops back then was take cover behind the car door or trunk and wait for a shootout. I also know it's impossible for departments to train as much it takes to reach this(or near) level. I look back on the ignorant(lack of training) situations I had been as a cop, compared to what I know now and I wonder how I stayed alive. Unfortunately cops have to take extra training on their own time, but fortunately there are guys like Mike out there who make info available. If I were working the street today, I would get together with some like minded co-workers and have youtube "training parties" every month for a day and practice these things. Stay safe.

[@toddjenest3212]

When I worked for AirMunition North America as an Instructor/Trainer, we used to take down LEO’s all the time during scenario based training. Even “SWAT” is not immune to making mistakes. Many good points in this video. Angle manipulation and over exposure got a lot of students in trouble. Training, training, training...

[@jesstube112781]

Out of curiosity are you at a small department or something? In my 15 years of Law Enforcement I have received a very adequate amount of bi monthly to monthly training on CQB, triage, defensive tactics, use of force scenarios, shoot house, etc. I'm Seattle PD though so not sure about smaller departments. You shouldn't be clearing buildings without a back up Officer unless of a extreme scenario where preservation of life is a must. Sounds like your department may be lacking on safety if you're clearing houses by yourself in my humble opinion.

[@Hugo-Hernandez]

Stay safe out there brother, god bless you

[@ct5465]

Man I’ve watched a shit load of these one man clearing videos and this is the best explanation by far. Some people are just great at explaining shit. Dude was born to teach.

[@conorharrigan9311]

absolutely 100 percent. His clarity is unreal

[@DivineMind222]

He's Asian. Ofc.

[@5jump]

Part of the job of 18 series.

[@thomasmarchese2808]

Not to mention that I’d bet 99.99% of the people teaching 1 man cqb don’t have a career like his. I mean shit. Guard of the tomb of the unknowns, national guard, SF operator, CIF commander, SF sniper, USASOC operator and then both national guard sf and cia operator simultaneously. I only know this because of his podcast with navy seal and CIA contractor Sean Ryan. But point being, dude’s creds are a mile long. Like I said more qualified than 99.9999% of anyone on the internet. When people like him speak. Smart people stfu and listen to every word lol. Notice there are no shit talkers in this comment section. Can’t.

[@jackjack4412]

@@thomasmarchese2808 you don't need all those experiences to be top notch at room clearing. Some of his resume wouldn't even be relevant to room clearing or CQB.

[@joeyb7408]

Here's what i learned about Mike so far: Hes an incredibly knowledgeable, skilled and dangerous man, he killed lots of guys behind doors, and words are hard.

[@cyberianwolf790]

He does a mean Subzero impression.

[@mcsbikelife3829]

That was spooky when he had the camera in the cut and he cleared the cut you know that was the exact last sight some have seen.

[@UrbanTiger74]

"You are not a special operations guy going after a HVT...." THOUSANDS of gun and gear egos just got crushed. Lol!!!!

[@growing367]

Uniform Tango 74 what is HVT?

[@danielt3436]

High value target

[@Tacdriver10]

Im not going to comment. Oh $#!! I just did my bad.

[@louisbarron1351]

LOL! Sometimes the truth hurts.

[@EbongEka]

LMAO!

[@nickmacias20]

I’m not an operator never have been, just a regular dude who loves clearing his home for fun. I’ve done it multiple times especially in my new home this video was awesome. I think my biggest take away was being able to retract the gun and swap hands when necessary.

[@lithium1770]

If you are an american citizen you are an operator.

[@Sana-Operator]

​@@lithium1770 Your comment gave me an orgasm 🇺🇲

[@Sana-Operator]

Perfect practice makes perfect performance. Train a lot , and don't obsess over details like " Shit my foot was supposed to be at a 90 degree angle ". Drills are the key to perfection

[@Cyrotechnium]

@@Sana-Operator virgin CQB perfectionist "still perfecting my footwork bro" vs the chad casualty producer "i trained to fight, not to use geometry"

[@garrett827]

This guy is great! A natural teacher. I feel like I owe him money for that lesson..

[@alexterrel9594]

Check out carry trainer. Incredible, multiple, 3 hour videos from their courses. Old operators teaching civvies as well. Full course, with edits/cuts in down time, so it’s just content. Life changing for sure

[@doomsdaymachine619]

3words. Explosive booby trap. One dead green beret. Tin can, fishline, aluminum powder,ball bearings, fireworks,duct tape..Too many people think about guns

[@urgentadam2047]

I'll pass that money along to him, no problem!

[@freestaterocker]

100% agree! I love they way he shows you the flow, and then breaks it down in clear, concise, and simple terms. Absolutely a natural born teacher. Bro is literally saving lives by making KZbin videos. Not all Heroes wear capes, indeed.

[@chadhendrixson9840]

@@doomsdaymachine619 dude i swear i said the same exact thing not long ago and that dust explosive u described sounds like it could be easily made, especially by someone who has training and knowledge of these things

[@MikeDubya]

I was deployed in Iraq as an infantryman for two years (2 tours, 07-08, 09-10) and I did countless hard knock raids, so I went into this knowing a lot about MOUT, but I'm really amazed at how much I just learned, this is one of the greatest videos on KZbin on this subject. I felt like he was talking directly to me in a way, referencing old Squad tactics I used more than a decade ago, and helping me see their translation into civillian world single man situations. I also didn't know it was possible to give a professional class on room clearing without grabbing someone by the drag handle of their IBA, or slapping their helmet, while shouting "dead!" 😆. You guys are all missing out on some great fireman's carry PT.

[@grosebud4554]

Thank you for your service! You are appreciated!

[@cwr8618]

Good ole MOUT

[@JoshSmith-mm1fi]

@SP - 12WS 627584 Judith Nyman SS lol 😂 ok hero

[@bfaz1924]

@SP - 12BM 627584 Judith Nyman SS I'd just stop right where you are boss, and delete your account.

[@Abuhan47]

@@TruTube.1. wth that's a nice thing to say, I was in and people say it to me and I just respond "thank you for your support". Relax ya wannabe sgt salt.

[@waltimus]

I had this happen a few months ago where i had to clear a cabin i wasn't familiar with that we rented as an AirBnB. Someone entered the house at 2am while my wife and myself were sleeping. Turns out it was a drunk person but i was able to go room to room safely and got the jump on the guy by keeping everything Mike and other useful channels have reinforced over the year. This btw is the only single man CQB that i watch regularly so i credit my safety to Fieldcraft Survival Channel

[@ericspratt1828]

This video could absolutely save lives. The way you strip away the fundamentals of team tactics that don't apply to single man CQB is worth it's weight in gold. I learned a lot from this video. I think this is the most likely scenario for civilian life. Thanks for the knowledge.

[@thejeremypost341]

You're a soft skull, and so is @Kuuryo Y'all should go mush your heads together and see which one drools first🤷🏾‍♀️👍😘

[@tyler1776.]

Most likely scenario yes! Luckily for me, my brother also carries a firearm so it would be a 2 man team clearing the house. We also have a 4k square foot house including the basement so I would want a 2nd shooter withe as we have lots of opposing doors. I go to clear one and get shot in the back solo, but with a 2nd man I'm more or less all right. I'll clear while he maintains rear security, them join me in clearing if the room is big enough or has closets or doors that need to be opened to cleared. One opens the door and the second clears said space. We also know the layout of our home like the back of our hands haha so it flows seamlessly

[@getsmart6765]

Mike, please consider two story houses in an upcoming video; stairways are something I am concerned about and would enjoy learning your technique in clearing them.

[@chrissmith1048]

Get Smart Same here... my kid is upstairs and master is downstairs. I have no choice but to get up there quick to ensure she is okay. Would love to see your approach to this scenario.

[@SNInc]

Just toss a frag grenade down or up them Aria cleared.

[@usasfga12]

@@SNInc Kids dead

[@SNInc]

@@usasfga12 aria cleared. 😂🤣

[@jonpierson559]

Flashbang.

[@johanblume8944]

I'm just a private, concealed carrier and I find this to be invaluable. I get off work at night, and I often wonder about "what if someone were in the home or upon arrival it looks as though someone broke into my home". Thanks for helping me navigate the proper steps to clear my home. Definitely subscribed!

[@jeremystubbs4397]

'CQB Salsa: The Art of Flowing Through The Pie State'

[@bsmithhammer]

Stay tuned for installment #2 - "Moving from Cover to Street Taco."

[@Howdy762]

and the NEW addition of chapter 11! counter midget operations!

[@bullballsallday]

@@Howdy762 Imagine CQB in a room full of midgets in every nook and cranny. Even in the cupboards, the dishwasher, the washer, the dryer, and the laundry hamper.

[@MikeDubya]

Dude, Cqb salsa has to become a thing now. Take this term into the world.

[@Spoons7414]

oogity-boogity woogity I’m not even going in that house! Lol I’m calling for fire

[@krijadtes]

If you're solo, you should also never assume anything you cleared will STAY clear.

[@xanthipussofsparta6555]

Shouldn't as a team nether.

[@krijadtes]

@@xanthipussofsparta6555 Usually someone keeps eyes on entry/exit. Wouldn't need more than 1-2 for rooms with that sqft. But you're right nonetheless. Never sleep.

[@TheRegent187]

*endlessly searches house on loop mode*

[@krijadtes]

@@TheRegent187 Endlessly. Correct! 😂👍

[@dekonfrost7]

Moving threats, especially if you have shots fired, your hearing is diminished. And other potential combatants will have an advantage.

[@Reblwitoutacause]

The knee popping at 11:45 was the most relatable part of the video

[@thecleverconquistador2284]

I like how he throws a lil comedy into all his Vids. We are lucky a guy with his resume putting this stuff out 🤘🏻

[@rgjr.6055]

I like this guy, good teacher.

[@Chiefgrunt13]

Yeah I like the way he speaks. Even my wife comes to watch his videos came upon him well checking out Shawns stuff

[@ashyknuckle5168]

This guy? Do your research bud.

[@rgjr.6055]

Ashy Knuckles what you stepping up to me like that for?

[@agmsmith4079]

He has firearms training classes all over the country. Check him out and sign up for one! I’m hoping to in March or April!!’

[@cub8556]

RG JR. he’s just pissy cuz his mom told him to stop LARPing in the basement

[@mkII.]

Sarge to newly enlisted soldier "The fuck you think your doing boy" New guy : Im flowing through the pie state using cqb salsa as i was instructed sir.

[@vinnyvidivici]

9:32 - When he mimicked a paper target, I damn near fell out of my chair. That was a gut busting laugh, haha. Thanks for the laugh, Mike.

[@kenmorris6271]

When clearing a closet look up also. We had a 6'4" 250# instructor hide in an attic entrance. He killed everybody. Hell I even knew he hid up there and he got me.

[@frankbuck99]

Most people and animals never look up.

[@harley2236]

Perps dont have the time to grab a ladder and climb into the ceiling. The video was coming from the standpoint that you just came home and the threat may not know your home. Video was spot on. No need to sharpshoot.

[@pork4U]

An Instructor perp got me hiding up top in a closet once too 🤯🤬☠

[@JoMcD21]

Damn, I would have been killed too. Thanks for the thought, might save me some day.

[@user-ob3gy3zo6y]

Big Al says dogs 🐶 can’t look up....

[@danieljuarez1902]

I’m a civilian with 0 tactical experience new to the gun/tactical world. I’ve been watching countless hours of videos to be a responsible gun owner even considering paying for classes but dry firing safely and practicing getting my fundamentals solid. I gotta say Mike, you and GBRS guys have been a true blessing and absolute fountain of knowledge. Every time I go to the range and train after binging and soaking my brain with your videos I feel improvement. Thank you for you service and sharing your tactics! This video was amazing!

[@mixflip]

I appreciate the real world knowledge.....Quote "I've killed bad guys hiding behind open doors".

[@joeyb7408]

Reminds me of Kevin Owens on Garand Thumb's channel: "look, I've killed ALOTTA guys with a 5.56! It's a good cartridge *haha* " Please by all means look him up if you're confused to who he is.

[@robertsmith3774]

A-10 pilot: I killed a lot of bad guys hiding in a tank.

[@joeyb7408]

@@robertsmith3774 bold of you to assume they were all in a tank. Lol

[@ErinJoKeck]

TruDat 🤨

[@robertwilson8184]

@@robertsmith3774 Could have just stopped at "I killed a lot of guys."

[@sicsempertyrannis9024]

Slow is smooth, smooth is fast.

[@Joe091680]

Slow is nothing but....slow.

[@centripetal25]

Unless you're a sloth, then you are smooth but also very slow.

[@dickjohnson6033]

Personally I never liked that saying. I think "Slow is smooth, smooth is accurate" is a better way to phrase it. By the by, YT must have deleted your comment asking for my opinion on the matter bc I don't see it anywhere...

[@GruntHumor]

Was always preached that during advanced urban combat school. I even say that in video games I play now. Kids are like "what thats stupid" 🤦‍♂️

[@unclerob4891]

Que Rico

[@otisjacksonjunior9795]

"I see a shitter." Said with intense serious facial expression, this is unintentionally making me chuckle. Love that it was mentioned in the midst of tactical jargon about corner-fed rooms and opposing threats and such.

[@RandyQuaker]

Shitter is tactical jargon.

[@yourcaseworker6916]

Damn...I feel like I just plugged into the matrix and downloaded a CQB doctorate course. Thanks!

[@sophisticatedmorons]

Fast forward the video and focus

[@scottcped]

I know CQB....

[@wehrewulf]

...Show me.

[@AKay4tothe7]

Moral: Beware of Bathroom Midgets.

[@foxrodx2757]

Momma Mia noted!

[@CryptidCajun]

I’m dying over here with that comment

[@independentthoughtsnotthot9030]

@Nicholas Ovel 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@iLLeag7e]

Bathroom midgets! Global threat or the latest collectibles? You decide!

[@Octowhat]

Small persons.

[@JC_Custom]

Extremely well done. As a soldier that's done plenty of room clearing in both single man and team elements I can attest that you did this perfectly. The defense has a great advantage, but using the tools you've taught here gives you a much better chance of success. Thank you for an fantastic demonstration with great explanation to why you were doing what you did

[@VikingPreparedness]

Good vid, good instruction. We called it “death ballet” or “death dance” but “CQB salsa” sings. Thanks. DOL

[@d1gital.alch3my]

Good to see you here PJ! These guys are doing some great work out here in northern Arizona

[@ifell3]

CQB Foxtrot would be a good tango!!

[@xnadegod1053]

@@ifell3 what

[@ifell3]

@@xnadegod1053 salsa tango foxtrot, all dances

[@marcs990]

VikingPreparedness in the UK we called it the squaddie two step. Squaddies are what we call our grunts or groundpounders as I think u guys say in the US.

[@Nope145]

“ i’ve killed guys behind doors like this.” Note to self: remove all doors.

[@baileymikem]

"you should never be surprised there's a bad guy, ....Well you're gonna be Fucking surprised!" LOL Classic!

[@followmeontwitch1]

Note to self don't play paintball against this guy :p

[@portergang4981]

Lol note to self! DO NOT F with Mike Glover! 🤣

[@lunaticheaven9446]

Nah keep them but set them to open to the outside since you can use them as cover in double alleyways, and to know what rooms to clear based on if the door is closed, since in the time the bad guy takes to open and then aim you will also be aiming

[@kraagnjilwulf1413]

​@@followmeontwitch1 Note to self, play paintball with this guy so you can learn *everything* first hand.

[@clwbob]

Great job Mike. 👏 I am a recently retired LEO with a background as a LE trainer. I was never an operator but we trained our folks the same way. These are also perishable skills that should be practiced. I would like to see you do the same video in low / no light, using a weapons mounted or free hand light. Maybe talk about Advantages and disadvantages of the two. I also have an article I wrote on low light tactics I would like to send you for review if possible?

[@EddieLeal]

Hello Robert. First and foremost, thank you for having stepped up to do such a dangerous job for your community. A retirement well earned I'm sure. I'm retired military and supporter of LE . I have a concern which I hope you can clear up for me. As of late, I have noticed an upward trend of LOD deaths involving ambush during disturbance/domestic calls/serving warrants. Most recently the tragic LOD death of Deputy Sheriff William Petry of the Floyd County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky as well as Capt Ralph Frasure and Officer Jacob Chaffins, both of the Prestonsburg Police Dept. Even a K-9 by then name of Drago was killed in this encounter. All shot and killed in the same incident. If you wouldn't mind sharing, what do you feel are the biggest dangers officers face as well as any fatal errors officers make during these types of encounters. Is there anything you may have noticed in the incidents you have reviewed that raise any red flags/concerns about the type of training LEOs are receiving or lack there of? Tactics being used or not used? Your reply would be greatly appreciated Robert. Thank you.

[@kristophercantu9935]

(@@EddieLeal ) So many Law Enforcement Agencies are broke, meaning our regular training, and specified tactics are almost void nowadays. Ever heard the saying, you practice like you play? It's so very true. It's just not there nowadays. Most Agencies so short staffed nowadays, guys are mandated to work 56-70 hour weeks. It's insane, guys are exhausted and lives are being lost. Retirements or resignations are at a all time high. Officers are so scared to do their jobs anymore, they are worried about making a mistake, as a result being brought up on charges by the Bureaucrats! Officers hesitating to Police the way they were taught and trained, or through all the experience they gained through their careers has came to almost a complete halt. This is exactly why so many LEOs are being killed. Its sad, the politicians are now running Law Enforcement..

[@russell1823]

Can your next tips be how to STOP being Single Man? My mom told me to ask you

[@tardogungas7236]

@@awake9749 lol

[@spacemonkey6552]

@@awake9749 lol my dad used to always say the difference between a hooker and a girlfriend was that the hooker leaves after you pay them.

[@iLLeag7e]

For real, i was expecting tips on how to fight off all the ladies but now I want to shoot midgets. Thanks Fieldcraft Survival!

[@valdivia1234567]

@@awake9749 True story

[@s10erwin]

Just don't do it. Instead of range days and toys, you will be standing in the kitchen department of Home Depot watching your gal try to decipher 20 shades of gray for an hour.

[@retiredmogul]

"Even if there's a midget.." Priceless.

[@Walter_Stroud]

When lesser men were learning to be politically correct, greater men learned how to handle the unknown.

[@travishutchison6459]

@@Walter_Stroud thats a really dumb comment. Lol.. it was funny how he said it and I dunno bout you but I pictured a midget on the counter geared out high. All the dude did was laugh at it. You're that guy that turns every conversation into mad max aren't you? Haha. Relax brother

[@Walter_Stroud]

Travis Hutchison I have no idea what you’re talking about

[@travishutchison6459]

@@Walter_Stroud ok.. so you're 13 and watch too much youtube.. cool story

[@Walter_Stroud]

Travis Hutchison I don’t even know you, talk about spending too much time on KZbin. Get a life you pathetic little weirdo.

[@marty5300]

This is one of my favorite cqb videos. I've watched it numerous times trying to commit all the good info in here to memory. Mike, you're a treasure to all of us. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with the rest of us.

[@dwainm7390]

This is my 26th year in law enforcement, and been blessed to have had a lot of training. The instruction and attention to detail in this video is outstanding. Mike Glover is a great instructor... reminds me of Rener Gracie teaching jiu jitsu. Tons of people have the knowledge, but not that many can keep it fun, real and interesting at the same time. I'm laughing one second... the next second, I'm back glued to the screen for more information. Good stuff!

[@EXChaosFlameEX]

ty for thorough explanation of why and how these tactics work. 1) Statistical likelihood of where the biggest threats would be 2) Sight/weapon orientation. + advantageous positioning 3) how to identify/commit to the "CUT".

[@jamesmeadows5406]

This video is TOO GOOD to be free! RESPECT

[@josh3326]

At the real estate office: Jenny: So, how did the Alexander Ave showing go? Rachel: Not very good. This guy entered the house with a red gun, as if there was a criminal in there. I felt like a cameraman on COPS. Jenny: Did he make an offer? Rachel: Nope. He filmed it for You Tube.

[@why6212]

"Abandoned" new construction house

[@Anarchristian_Beanz]

"Did you tell him to leave?" ".... .... Do YOU want to tell him"

[@kalomolatoro3803]

Lmao

[@Bradley-Thomsen]

This was awesome! Can you do one with a furnished house as well? I’m curious to see how you change things when there are more obstacles and hiding spots 😀

[@iamfritz]

I second this.

[@00101001000111010100]

Third

[@mastr-sf1jv]

Dead spots are a bitch, but it would make a cool video.

[@jacobhochstetler825]

Fourth. I also want to see tips on getting into the front door safely. A storm door that shuts itself and opens the opposite direction as the actual front door is a pain.

[@hrlkt3413]

thats what the 308 is for

[@mztd912]

Best clearing video I've seen ever. Best teacher ever too.

[@paladin11C40]

This is really good stuff for those watching but have never done this before. I was a LEO for 16 years with most of my career in a urban county in Georgia, we had a really good training division. I have attended SWAT schools which were awesome for tactics. At one point in my career I was clearing 2-5 houses a day because of the foreclosure from the housing collapse and people breaking into them. Get used to moving the gun in and out from your body, you will need that skill. If you are wearing body armor keep your front square to the threat so if bad guy shoots the armor catches it, is no armor get used to turning your body to make for a thinner smaller target. Good stuff with this video, I am going to share it with a buddy who still teaches tactics and firearms for a small department.

[@davisjames8484]

Thinner side has mich less armor. Bad idea

[@actionjksn]

@@davisjames8484 he's saying to do that if you don't have armor.

[@The_Chad_Davis]

@@davisjames8484 Turn sideways to present a smaller target if you dont have a plate.

[@CASH-1846]

@@davisjames8484 read it again bud

[@EpicFragz]

I know I'm late to the party, but from the perspective of a "civilian" firearms training and courses can be intimidating. This information was deleting a clear simple humble manor. I really appreciate the fact he didn't have to emphasize how much of a badass he is and how I know nothing. Thank you for these great videos sir!

[@Mike-hn4uu]

This guy is the most intense, yet cool as hell firearms instructor on the internet and my new favorite to watch!

[@Gundog55]

It is so refreshing to have someone on KZbin be so articulate in his instruction. It is a talent that many do not have. You speak just as you cleared the house, “smooth and flowing through the subject”. I hit subscribe half way through and look forward to watching more of your videos. Thank you.

[@jamest151]

I have cleared my homes too often over the years. I am thankful for Mike and his crew for addressing this. I found the bad guy twice in my life. Once inside once out. I can always do better and this is outstanding for the sake of protecting our family and ourselves

[@BaritoneMonkey]

You once found the bad guy in your life inside? That's deep, man. Very deep.

[@spethmanjones2997]

@@BaritoneMonkey whoah I feel like I should probably be high to get the full impact of that comment

[@DPham1]

​@@BaritoneMonkey your mind is like the most dangerous room you'll ever clear man

[@SKRATCH1988]

@@BaritoneMonkey he was listening to a Jordan Peterson lecture and...

[@PipeLawyer]

One of the best clearing videos I've ever seen!

[@darknesscomesforallofus4632]

check out "UF Pro"

[@teej783]

I'm coming out with a video on The Fundamentals of Married Man CQB...not as strict since you have less to live for.

[@dickjohnson6033]

I think someone has already covered that topic. If I remember correctly, it was almost identical to Kamikaze style tactics. Minus the pride of course...

[@gtcam723]

🤣

[@robertbates6057]

LOL! That's when you hold the gun by the muzzle and fully extend your arm into the room while maintaining a sight picture.

[@Solace19k]

Im glad to see an operator place emphasis on being deliberate and efficient on a solo cqb clear. Your only potential advantage in this situation is surprise. Alerting multiple potential threats to your presence generally will not work out in your favor. This 12 minute video can save your life. Great job guys.

[@ryanbuckley5529]

Much Respect from Northern Arizona!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you've done!🙏🙏🙏

[@internal_dialogue9290]

Mike should be a realtor and show houses to clients in this way.. 🤣

[@b2bogster]

Thank you for your service. I'm glad you came home alive and thank you so much for your willingness to share your knowledge to keep people safe. You are a true hero!

[@atomicpunk515O]

I believe avoid casting shadows is important with in CQB.

[@americanrifleman2992]

The butthole was a special forces instructor who told me to never walk backwards. The reasoning behind it was that you cannot see what is behind you and you run the risk of tripping (Lots of debris in a combat area) or as he put it "putting your foot in a bucket" was the term that was used. Alot has changed, the way it "was" done is not the way it "is" done. The grip on the weapon with pistols, and the way you acquire the natural point of aim. CQB and room clearing has become more refined and better ways of doing things have been adapted. Watching you're videos has improved my "game" even though I have not been in it for a while now. Thanks great info.

[@ryean1_aus]

Backpedaling is important.

[@VndNvwYvvSvv]

Clean floor is different than rubble. I can see both depending on the situation.

[@americanrifleman2992]

@@VndNvwYvvSvv how about Toys? they are not rubble but they trip the crap out of people. Legos on the floor are worse than a caltrop.

[@VndNvwYvvSvv]

@@americanrifleman2992 Right. In that case, congratulations on having children.

[@ReadMyDiscription.223]

A regular guy like me would have to pay big bucks for this kind of 1 man cqb training. Thank you very much for this.

[@hoyavp2236]

"Slow is fast, and fast is slow." RIP Richard "Mack" Machowicz. My cousin and shipmate.

[@veedee4860]

hoya vp I wish I coulda picked his brain for a few hours. I loved future weapons. They don’t make shows like that anymore. Sorry for your loss.

[@xmachine7003]

Mack passed? My condolences.

[@ccccclark2605]

Wow. Great info. I'm single woman. 64. But I think I can do this if I have to. Ty ty God keep protecting and bless you. 🙏🇺🇸❤️

[@pilotkush80]

Your a real golden girl!!!!!!!

[@DarkCavalry1228]

THANK YOU for the "driving rifle left" rather than the swap over. Definitely going to try that. I really appreciate you sharing with all of us who don't know what we haven't seen yet.

[@dylconnaway9976]

I’m like an Apache gunship when watering my wife’s herb garden.

[@TimHPop776]

Dyl Connaway 😂👍

[@liberty4all885]

Hilarious

[@jbrockman87]

first dibs on the cqb salsa shirts

[@ChaosExodus]

I want that shirt. I want to send copies to my grunt friends.

[@it.hurts.3346]

I could watch Mike's videos all day. Endless knowledge in that brain. I want to take his course just to meet him in person. TRUE AMERICAN HERO

[@ericmedrano77]

I think you made a new slogan for Viagra. "Get long, stay long" Awesome video

[@jayfinlayson7438]

29:30 just got to one of my biggest takeaways: I need to become competent as a left handed shooter. Super informative, I sent this to all of my close friends!

[@watchmestress4182]

Same here, i can barely wipe my ass with my left hand so i need some serious work

[@M81_WOODLAND]

I'm surprised you let this info go for free. There's SO much solid info here. That's pretty rad. Thanks, man. 👍

[@cdaws2967]

Damn Mike... I just recently found you and the Fieldcraft Channel after watching Shawn Ryan and You doing the Walmart bug out challenge. You're quickly becoming my go to source to learn new skills as an individual, citizen and beginner in the world of firearms. Thanks for sharing all you know.

[@50StichesSteel]

Great information brother..You're one of the few guys that is still giving out good life saving information to people that want/ need it without clickbait titles and videos based on product placement🤙. Respect

[@50yearoldlerookie84]

Man, I just can't say enough to thank you for providing this priceless training! Thank you brother, for taking the time to produce the videos for all of us that would get no training otherwise. As a LEO in a small sheriff department we very seldom get the training other that a few of us watching your videos and applying it to our tactics. I know your videos are saving lives brother and I just can't thank you enough! May God bless you and keep you safe brother.

[@derekatwood6236]

"Bad guys hide in closets" I've known that since i was a kid!

[@robnavarro8195]

😄😄

[@mchagnon7]

The next video will address what you should do if the bad guys disappear when the lights turn on.

[@reveriesimplex648]

Cough, grenade, cough

[@dj5943]

😂… monsters too.

[@djay6651]

I had to clear my house the other night in my boxers at zero dark thirty. It was less fun than I'd imagined, but at least I'm somewhat familiar with the fundamentals of it. I was a cop for a while and the the first thing I did was clear a house. Clearing unfamiliar houses/structures is not overly fun. Even for such a small town force, such as mine, I was doing this at least twice a week.

[@brucetaylor649]

From a 79 yo former Viet Nam era Air Force procurement officer Thanks Mike. Didn’t know any of that shit before seeing your video. Righteous presentation. Bruce in Colorado

[@mmabagain]

Hat: Check. Beard: Check. Tats: Check. Yep. This guy is a genuine operator.

[@davidd.7251]

He is a legend. Delta force years and years of killing bad guys.

[@bennys2950]

No shades tho

[@Ishmari]

Flannel: Check. Vest: Check. Watch: Check.

[@Mrgunsngear]

solid info

[@stevurckle89]

Mrgunsngear clearing the crack house 😄

[@MrJuaritos23]

Thank you Mike for this invaluable block of instruction. Everybody has the responsibility to know how to defend their home and family in any given time. 11 yr Army disabled vet.

[@damonsmith2718]

Imagine how many people are clearing their homes/apt with their hands in their underwear after watching🤣🤣 Of course not me.

[@iLLeag7e]

If you can't do it naked then you aren't tuff enuff

[@bsmithhammer]

Just being naked tends to clear my home, even without a firearm.

[@xmachine7003]

@@bsmithhammer 😂😂😂😂Big shed for a big tool,right?😂😂😂😂

[@larrylove293]

Been wanting to learn how to do this and now that you have educated me on this I am going to go home and practice when I have the house to myself. Great content and looking forward to seeing your next video! I first seen you on Shawn's KZbin channel shout out to him. Big Fan Now and been following you ever since. I have so much respect for what you have done for our country. I apologize if I sound like a fanboy in this comment lol but just wanted to show my respect to you sir.

[@jimmybradley4253]

Lots a great take-aways from this. Thanks Mike! Everybody should have dry runs done in their house and know their layout in any situation. I have two blind spots around corners throughout my whole house and I have wall decorations with mirrors in it so I can spot movement with my pistol light before I turn the corner. Another great line of defense is a dog, any size just need to hear a bark. They will pick up an out of the ordinary noise in your house faster than any human. I'm a new subscriber and love your content. Thank you for your service.

[@marioramos4935]

"I've killed bad guys hiding behind a door like this" ......yikes.

[@jakeford1570]

yeah, that statement sure woke me up!

[@RevoltTragic]

Considering his resume he has probably killed people in every position in the house lol

[@IceMoonie]

Real Shit.

[@zb5715]

Carbine version of this would be amazing. Thanks always for the education Mike!

[@brianwelden6034]

I have practiced both as often as I could for the last 10 years and honestly doing it with a pistol is far easier and therefore my preference just my 2 cents do with it what you will

[@Cogzed]

A couple of advanced subjects he didn’t cover: 1) The first time a pistol goes off, X amount of bad guys now know you’re there. 2) After that, rooms you previously cleared, might no longer be cleared. 3) Floor debris/types are your enemy. Here his shoes/boots squeak? Slow deliberate movements. Situational/environmental awareness is imperative!!! 4) Taking a knee is humble. Don’t be afraid to drop to one knee. This deliberate movement might give you the edge in a shootout. He’s going to be adjusting his aim. You already know where to shoot. 5) This isn’t a video game. Depending on the building materials (in this case a residential home) you might be able to shoot through a wall to get to a hardened target behind cover. Think outside the box. 6) Just because you have a suppressor doesn’t make you silent!!!😂 7) Solo CQB is the most dangerous thing you can do. There’s a reason we operate in teams!!! 8) G’luck and have a gud’n.

[@CRUSH-vw4fh]

I learned my room clearing skills from Danny Glover in Lethal Weapon.

[@daviancampbell786]

I learned mine from Danny Devito....

[@brennanbialt3110]

@@daviancampbell786 so anyway I started blasting

[@flanneldaddymakesmepoop6360]

@@daviancampbell786 akay akay akay akay

[@daviancampbell786]

@@brennanbialt3110 Hot and heavy!!

[@davidkay7389]

With a nail gun

[@francosalinas4459]

“Closets are where bad guys like to hide” ...so that’s that noise I hear at night!

[@douglasbaldwin6802]

This is some good stuff. When I was in the Corp all of our training cqb of course was in teams of at least 3 clearing a building. As I am no longer in the corps I still use my training as a bounty hunter. Most of the time we clear a house with just one person so I had to retrain myself in some aspects. I’m glad to see in some ways that I was doing it similar to how you were doing it but definitely needed some refining. Thanks for the video will definitely be showing some of my guys that i work with.

[@cdpc211]

That's how I do it when I look for roaches in my house with raid on my hand.

[@ErinJoKeck]

NOD’s?

[@rwcowell]

CQB Salsa Dance. Great instructions. I appreciate the level of detail explaining each step along the way along with the cameraman's perspective giving us not just Mike's perspective.

[@marcs990]

To start with this is a good video. Now just to empathise what the man said. Stay quiet, don’t brush against walls, lift you’re feet, don’t let them squeak or make a shuffle sound, u always get a creaky door, on each clearing a room n u r in a safe place for a moment, take a time out n listen, this also disorientates anyone who may be trying to track your flow thru the property making him think u may be further along than u actually are an it also serves as a breathing moment for yourself, no immediate rush to do anything. Remember most walls in the USA are not hard cover from my experience, they are concealment but not cover so expect shots thru a wall. Try n keep your elbows in at all times unless it prevents u from making a needed movement. In most cases your weapon should follow your eyes. Try to keep it in the back of your mind that u may be about to shoot someone, make sure that person is a valid threat, it’s a millisecond decision u r gonna have to make but try n make it the right one by not getting to hyped up, going back to the breather moment u gave yourself a moment ago, which again if the person in the house is tracking your progress then stops noticing your progress this will also help disorientate him n even make him think u r about to come around the corner when u r still in fact in the previous room still, this may help to draw him out to make a preemptive move or make a noise as he knows u r nearly on him or her or whatever. Probably a mute point but wearing clothing that makes a sound isn’t a good idea, a cotton T-shirt n not a synthetic rustling jacket will help. When in the situation the training is OVER, don’t get to hung up on it as it WILL distract you, hopefully u will already but reasonably proficient, this is NOT to say forget your training, just don’t overthink it, the time for that was last week during training n hopefully the muscle memory n natural instincts from your training will come into effect. If u overthink it u will mess up. As soon as u see a target n it APPEARS to be a threat, don’t be a still target yourself, I assure you the other guy will be, this means in most cases move quickly so they can’t get an accurate shot at you, not always possible but it is worth considering, shoot whilst on the move, also you moving when first identifying the threat allows that brief moment of decision if it’s a valid target & for you to get out of the immediate way, better to get shot in the shoulder than the face. Know you EDC like the back of your hand, learn every part, every millimetre of that weapon, so it’s just like an extension of you’re body. Remember that most of these situations CAN end peacefully, if u r unlucky n have a murderous crack pot in ur home intent on killing u then obviously shots probably are going to be fired, in this situation, on ur own, pray that the guy is high on crack n will make mistakes n rush things n not shoot straight, I know it’s hard but try n stay as calm as possible, if you’re life is in immediate danger take swift and decisive action. We were taught never to point a weapon at anybody unless you intend to kill them. That’s good weapon skills, it doesn’t mean you HAVE to kill them, it means if they do anything to threaten you then ensure u have already made your mind up a few seconds ago that you will pull that trigger, u don’t want to be thinking about that decision whilst actually pointing the weapon at him, have you’re mind already focused on the matter in hand. Lastly n I know this won’t be popular with many, but remember that unless you will be putting yourself at more risk, u can always back away, there’s nothing wrong with this & sometimes takes more courage to back out than it does not to. Get yourself to a safe position or place “every situation is different” get help, call the police if u haven’t done so “this is assuming u are a civilian & someone has broke into you’re or a friends home” as in this situation. Shout out to the guy, saying something like, just get the F out, no need to die, I’m not a cop n won’t try n stop you but just get out of my property leaving everything behind. Give the guy a moment to think, then say if he doesn’t get out then ur calling the cops, u should, if u had the chance already of called, he shouldn’t know that hopefully. If he does then he is gonna want to get out of there soonest before they get on scene which is an added bonus for him. All I’m saying is there are many ways to deal with these type of things n EVERY one is different, as you can never tell the situation or plan what the guy is going to do u need to be flexible in you’re thinking, use your head. If u are so inclined you can try n stop him even though u said u wouldn’t but u are putting yourself at unnecessary risk & in most cases u have loved ones to think of. It’s your call, I know what I would do. I u had called the cops n this has been going on for a few minutes then even if u let him go he will probably bump right into them, just make sure u get a full look at him n there clothing etc. Anyway, there’s my few cents worth, now I await the ritualistic KZbin ripping apart. Thanks 🙏 in advance.

[@theleagueofshadows100]

Mark Sketch its only when you say your ready for the ripping apart comments when they never come right? Lol anyways all good info man I really enjoyed reading this because it explains a lot of what Mike may not be able to in this video in the moment or what have you but all good stuff man thanks for putting this up! ✌🏼 man

[@dillanhawkins5430]

If there is one thing I definitely learned from this... it's that line breaks are necessary.

[@NigelTolley]

Give them a way out, which isn't through you, whenever possible.

[@marcs990]

Nigel Tolley totally agree mate. Good advice 👍

[@marcs990]

Dillan Hawkins good point & accepted, my writing skills have never been my strength 👍

[@stacker6077]

There's so much BS on the internet, you almost get sick of it, but this guy is clearly the "Real Deal" and knows his craft! Plus, all of his little "Dad" humor cracks me up! I'm "In" and just subscribed! Definitely want to see more of what "FieldCraft" has to offer, but if it's anything like this vid, then it'll be well worth it! 👍👍

[@BigKyleTX]

'CQB Salsa: Flowing Through the Pie State' by Mike Glover

[@stackupbreachclear4679]

Thank you Mike, very comprehensive as always, could save someone’s life. Invaluable skills

[@scottgarner7290]

More videos on defense during these times are appreciated by families thank you

[@George21113]

Artillery is very effective at clearing houses. But seriously, love your content.

[@scarlett92584]

HOOAH, Red Leg.

[@Libertarian_Neighbor]

The best tool I’ve had to deter wildlife or trespassers has been my car keys (alarm). If I’m moving and worried someone is lying in wait, I’m hitting the car alarm to cover my footsteps.

[@rybaneightsix5085]

18:00 This might be mentioned later in the video but just in case, I think it's worth remembering in my opinion that when you've cleared a room, that doesn't necessarily mean it's still that way. If token bad guy capitalized on an opportunity to change position (to a room you've cleared if he's clever) you certainly don't want to take it for granted that it's still clear if you've broken line of sight and reasonable hearing

[@pappaclutch3266]

911: what’s your emergency? Caller: Yes there’s a man with a gun next door! Hurry! I can see him walking around pointing the gun!

[@DeepInsideZettaiRyouiki]

Karens...ahhh, what a joy! xD

[@LetsgoBrandon2023]

@@DeepInsideZettaiRyouiki the neighborhood watch that no one signed up for

[@deltasix295]

(25:33) “You might just catch em with their pants down, literally.. or figuratively, whichever you’re into” LMFAOOOO😂😂😂

[@YoKnow]

I might be late but I love how you don't hover your finger over the trigger. I try to teach others that because you never know what/who is going to jump scare you. You might end up shooting someone who is in need of your help.

[@user-rs1fo2dd9b]

"good BAD guys actually do things that set themselves for SUCCESS.."

[@darrell058]

I wish this video was around d 2 years ago. I had to clear my late father's house in Detroit. A two story with a basement. 2 minutes before I got there 6 males just left out the bedroom window. Dude the heart rate is freaking jacked! Controlling breathing? Forget about it lol. I'm a civilian, never been in that situation. I remember taking a cleansing breathe every time I breached a room. Holy crap that was quite the experience. Couches were flipped over , beds.

[@darrell058]

@John Daley thank you! Heck yeah , couldn't have said it better. Thank you for the great videos.

[@darrell058]

Did you have those same things happening to you even after experience? Is that a guaranteed symptom for cqb?

[@MT-vw6pf]

@@darrell058 nothing is guaranteed in a firefight, friend.

[@Joope92]

@@darrell058 Def. not all cases. You might go in to a crazy mode where time slows down. But you'd have to be skilled and on perfect balance. Having feelings of your closed ones being in danger might change that a lot.

[@darrell058]

It was so difficult to breathe. I had to blast all my air out and almost hold it , to steady myself. The adrenaline dump each time I entered a room , hands shaking like mad. I death gripped my pistol. The experience took all my energy out of me when I was done , and the police showed up. They re cleared the house and property.

[@fabiomantovani1048]

The Best vídeo about cqb, most People shoot paper in ranges but know norhing about clearing their own houses. CQB is very difficult demands training and a very good instructor, you are excelent. Thanks a lot.

[@justaghostno.2234]

You didn't check the fridge. Disliked.

[@osmanpalao2359]

I would be rolling on the floor right now after reading this but I'm at work lmfao

[@justaghostno.2234]

Osman Palao you obviously know how good a hiding place a fridge is. I respect that.

[@patriotluis448]

😂😂😂😂

[@lolzaloud]

In highschool our riot police did some training with us. One of the situations was they had to clear us out of the staff room idk how they missed the shelves but they missed the kid inside the fridge :D

[@javagoblin1585]

@@lolzaloud so idk why I thought this, but until right now, Ive always thought it was impossible (or at least very difficult) to open a fridge from the inside.