Inside the Minds of Instructor Zero & Doug Marcaida | MUST SEE!

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[@FUNKER530]

Two true warriors...

[@djangounchained2562]

the reason why i like these guys is because they are very humble.

[@jrzoska]

I agree ! Both good men as well shot in the mold of the best fighters and warriors !

[@rushyahr7767]

I love watching instructor zero and Doug Marcaida. Sometimes I think I pay more attention to Zero because I have to in order to understand what he's saying, but he's saying some good stuff, so it's good I pay more attention.

[@dopejack007]

Wish more operators / practitioners took this to heart.

[@Balin_James]

this channel isnt just about the guns and training. there is really a hidden element of comradery, fellowship, and humbleness here. it is so rare to find people in this world like there is on this channel, and doug and zero have proved that. good training, guys

[@Eddu0368]

So humble yet so deadly warriors. I have lots of respect for this two great masters.

[@muscley66]

Thank you gentlemen for not only being knowledgeable professionals, but for being moral, inspirational, and philosophically sound. If all warriors believed as you do, we would have no need to fight. But as the old adage goes, "If you want peace, prepare for war."True heros the both of you, as well as the fine people at Funker Tactical for bringing us this wisdom. Thank you and God bless. Forever your student.

[@johnrios7965]

This video has such a resounding message. Doug and Zero's words just feel now forever ingrained. This stems farther than simply firearms knives and martial arts. But creativity acceptance and the pursuit of purpose and knowledge. I had to share this video with a lot of my friends. The wisdom in their word's were truly touching. These funker videos have been outstanding to watch. Even as someone who isn't a practitioner of either arts. It's humbling to hear these words from them. And gaining insight into their philosophies.

[@vereabsolutum9131]

Respect and honor to you both. Does one grow larger in stature by tearing someone else down? Not that I have seen in my many years on earth. The more someone tries to discredit others the more they discredit themselves. In all I have seen you teach Zero to me this is your strongest message. When this is learned all else will fall into place. Thanks and peace!

[@rsMorpheus]

Watching Zero, and Doug, I have learned and found things I have never thought to do before when training. Has changed a lot of how I see the world around me, and how to train for the day I may need to protect myself, and my family.

[@mridley64]

Love the instruction from these guys. Respect to both of them.

[@s1lverspurs]

Indeed, gentlemen. It is men like you that give me hope for humanity. I appreciate everything you do. The "why" of what we do is just as important as what we are actually doing. So awesome and inspiring. I truly hope to one day meet you both in person. God bless.

[@LucasEzystep]

A teacher is a leader within the learning environment, and example out of him, and it is up to the teacher the responsibility of instilling education, discipline and sportsmanship to their students promptly correcting a deviated conduct of a student of his. This is a key point, because many students have as their greatest teacher reference. His conduct is always observed by his students, is teaching a class or society and way of thinking, before a victory or defeat, the prefesor is the mirror of the student in training camps and socially. I see zero vc instructor does that and does it well, u know that teaches much more than you think, and greatly influences the character of all who accompany him, if the teacher is of good character must honor and dignity he so people with these qualities on behalf of all its accompanying Thanks Instructor Zero!

[@markzhang8742]

What a good lesson I had through this video!!! Thanks to the Zero and Doug and Funker Tactical!

[@markparker7778]

Got goosebumps at the ending of this video with their seperate opinions on advice for everyone that's hungry to learn. A MUST SEE, IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT! Life altering advice combined with priceless knoledge delivered in a spirituallly and intellectually philisophical fashion.

[@Nev36]

If only i lived in Canada, id love a day training with Zero. Seems like a very humble guy.

[@markevstudios]

They both speak as grandmasters do. Wisdom and patience and humility. That is what makes one great at what they do. "Humility make one wise and Wisdom makes one humble".

[@G36Jeff]

Very deep guys. I should stop commenting before I watch. I respect all of u very much.

[@sagēzin1111]

Fratellanza Globale! For instructor zero and all those who are not your average joe! Thanks for all active and past service members around the world

[@Jdbzkwbsk]

He's the only person that can say respect horribly wrong and still have my respect. Good vid.

[@CharlesHorning]

This was truly inspirational. When Doug said enjoy your passion something in my heart came alive!

[@FloresWilliam]

Funker Tactical - Gun & Gear Videos Funker Tactical - Gun & Gear Videos You are doing great things not just Doug and Zero but the whole Funker Tactical community. From all the instructors right down to the camera people and editors. I thank you all for your efforts in sharing knowledge through the positive application of social media. Semper Fi

[@scott7499]

respect, its what makes this world go around, that's why its burning down, we need more men like these men.

[@Rcflex1]

"The test of a good teacher is not how many questions he can ask his pupils that they will answer readily, but how many questions he inspires them to ask him which he finds it hard to answer. ,Teachers open the door, but you must enter by yourself ". Instructor Zero and Doug Marcaida True Operators true teachers. Great work gentlemen.......OSU.

[@sanchez6760]

Instructor ZERO has a great mind , I like his way of thinking.

[@armenvladimirovich877]

True combat technicians are humble and constantly strive to better them selves because it's an evolving world.

[@scottwilliams5388]

Awesome content. We all seek more knowledge and you guys humbly share with the world how to train better, harder and safer that we might be prepared, fight and survive. Thanks for all you so for us and God bless!

[@travisjohnson1124]

It would be a blessing from God to train with you one day your great teacher...

[@56tote]

Thanks, I appreciate your words mean a lot to someone who is a bit disoriented in life and occasionally need a little push to achieve their desires, thanks again

[@Marc-fx6iq]

I could listen to this two guys for hours, they are very inspiring. Keep on going with your Videos. Stay Safe and greetings from Germany

[@m_m_m_beer8917]

Guys, as a former use of force instructor, I absolutely love your videos and perspectives. If I win the 6/49 or lotto max, I am going to come and train with you guys.

[@theemikeymike]

Spoken like 2 wise and humble gentlemen.

[@HidinRebel]

keep excelling is what I got from this. These men are philosophers to me at the moment ^^

[@sparrkii]

You two are inspirations to all people of what can come from hard work dedication and humility, and the respect you have for others is amazing to see out of such talented individuals, i hope to one day meet and train with both of you, keep doing what you guys are doing. It truly is amazing work!

[@daxaraya3826]

Absolutely beautiful words. My two favorite instructors sharing words that any normal being could come to favorite, well worth the out of routine :) amazing video

[@mrred9178]

This is most definitely one of my favourite videos , on the internet.

[@GNCAaron]

Video of the year.

[@ruanniemann9782]

"hey, zees ees de way for doo" i love Zero's accent. i'm going to use this phrase.

[@tacticalfritter486]

The video was excellent! Zero's English has improved greatly compared to when he first started with FT. The quotes were wonderful, please continue to put them with the other philosophical videos!

[@GermanSnipe14]

Doug's only 25? He has a lot of wisdom, didn't think he was that young

[@aerosaaber]

"always be a student" BOOM. perfection. I'm no operator but I can see these 2 guys are both pretty damn awesome. And I'm not even talking about their abilities/skills.

[@nacholibre1962]

5:20 You can learn from EVERYONE, even if it's how not to do something or how not to behave. Learning (acquired knowledge) is critical even fro one's enemies. Once you are in the mind of your enemy, you can pre-empt his decision cycle, anticipate his actions, and therefore be ahead of him in his own game (which, if you get it right and learn correctly) is really now YOUR game! Learning is vital and never ending! Someone once said "the only difference between a rut and a grave is the depth". How true.

[@heynando]

my heroes! you guys have my love and respect. keep it up!

[@FunkerTactical]

Thank you very much FernanDK

[@joaodiniz9553]

Continue with your excellent work, and do not listen to bad and irrational critics!

[@rximmortal]

Epic speach both of you. It is just a speach of expirience. If people take your words and apply them in their everyday action , they will become BETTER in every single aspect. Thanks again for this incrediable video.

[@Jake-tt6mk]

Words of wisdom gents ...much appreciated!

[@TheID2184]

A true TBO! and Doug, one of the best knife guys out there!! True Warriors

[@xzibit442]

that is some real and true deep down talk awesome work guys

[@gl8524]

Great video. I have the utmost respect for Zero and Marcaida.

[@redkas23]

He aprendido tanto del equipo de funker tactical y de estos 2 grandes instructores, con sus videos y su filosofia que les doy las gracias, espero seguir aprendiendo mucho mas de este gran equipo saludos desde mexico ...

[@9cloud4]

Respect for both of them bcoz they respect what they do

[@laitupuola3248]

Love what you guys do...huge fan, and much respect...wish there was a place in NZ where i could learn this... great mindset...keep up the good work!

[@douglasjones4801]

You are the best!!! Awesome mental and physical skill!!!

[@aaronmarceaux1874]

Wise words respect is what men do Sir. Much love Zero

[@adambuening7531]

The more I see these guys the more I know that (sadly) they are a rare thing in the world of instructors and in the world in general. True renaissance men and, dare I say, people who are living up to the code of bushido? Keep it up Funker, Mr. Zero and Mr. Marcadia. There are quite a few of us that try to learn by your example and we are better for it.

[@Noodl3Gaming]

Welcome to the internet, trolls in their underwear in their mothers basement are all experts.

[@Noodl3Gaming]

lol!

[@JOEGUNN1990]

***** lol good one haha

[@curlyfryactual]

***** rules 1 and 2...

[@ZombieTactics]

Soooo much good here.

[@Singzdream]

Shush and go make a long overdue video you!

[@ZombieTactics]

Singzdream I know huh?

[@stevenmiller45]

I just like to hear Zero talk.

[@LupoMannaro666]

Funny you mention South Africa.I am in Cape Town,and you guys have a big following here!

[@thomasvonkutzleben2847]

"Excellent words of (experiential advice) from two highly skilled professionals. It's good solid "common-sense" [ADVICE] that is one of the very best learning and teaching tools in a warrior's personal arsenal."

[@cbis327]

Great interview. These philosophies and attitudes are absolutely spot on!! I taught some advanced instructor contract classes and this is exactly what we tried to instill in our trainees. Don't forget humility. Again. Great video. Watched it a buncha times. Biz

[@RogueSarge]

I would love to learn from these outstanding men.

[@KMGItalia]

I totaly agree whit the opinions shared in this video.

[@1964JEDAGI]

I wish I could understand all that. The parts that I understood made good sense.

Duog - what a fine character!

[@hughstewart3244]

Open your mind and ask the question, thats how we learn. I got into target pistol shooting in my early twenties. I reached a pretty high standard through natural ability. For the first 10 years I didn't have access to any coaching. I learned from watching others and from going up to the best shoots I saw at competition. I'd asking them why they did things the way they did some helped others didn't. One of the best shooters I completed against did everything he could to help me get better and improve. His reason he told me was my getting better and matching his scores in competition forced him to improve his shooting skills. Ever day in life you can learn if you choose to observe, listen to others, and be humble enough to change. There is more than one way to skin a cat! I'm no operator, I serve in law enforcement but I want to learn new skills. When in work, I know no two calls I go too are ever the same. The moment you let your guard down is the moment your life could change forever. I come here to learn! Onwards and upwards friend.

[@jonathanlarsen4397]

Very well stated fellas! Keep the videos coming.

[@Apoc_Bone_Daddy]

That's just beautiful man absolutely fucking beautiful These guys know where it's at and what it's all about

[@selfpolicing]

Worldclass! Really very good! Experience! Thanks for the video very inspiring!

[@dradamov]

Oh my god. You quoted George Santayana... How on Earth you dug up this stuff? I am amazed because last term I had to translate Reason in Art - a volume from "Life of Reason" with my superior on the University. And that philosopher was not popular;) Great video with a lot of points that many instructors/practicioners can relate to, because the points you made can be traced to experiences that a lot of people go through on their way in martial arts/training in general. But what is most important to me that these videos keep reminding and making an emphasis to always remember the moral code that guides us. Cheers to you all!

[@tzpmarine]

Never stop learning knowledge is key

[@Audische]

Thanks for the vid and hello from South Africa .............

[@1911Drew]

Thank you very much for this video.

[@ginomarone8831]

man, I love these guys........!!!

[@FifthAndAtlantic]

When I see these two together, I can't get that Harry Nilsson song out of my head "People, let me tell you 'bout my be-st friend!"

[@TGR886]

These videos are good to begin with.... But damn two thoughtful humans!

[@tactics4life988]

respect for this video and the statements !

[@Kenyuun]

Much wise, such deep

[@fixdeluxe1]

Just purchased a Karambit, thanks for the heads up! A system that can be practical with other edged or primary weapons :)

[@sandilemkhwanazi196]

oh yes im from South Africa XD!!!.big shout out to you Zero and the Special Forces community

[@kinectman]

Who else noticed the dead pixel?

[@FunkerTactical]

I did. -GN

[@SpeedOfEvolution]

Funker Tactical - Gun & Gear Videos I came to say the same thing, do we win something for seeing it!?

[@mr_e_monkey8836]

I can't not see it now. It will be burned into my mind forever. But seriously, pixel aside, what a great video!

[@LaPiti76]

Absolutely right!!!

[@russoprimera]

Nice patch brother. Hail TBOC!

[@AnthonyHow94]

I wish instructor zero was my dad lol much love brother

[@FedeBando33]

Sei un orgoglio per l'Italia Zero!

[@luciifero333]

E' italiano? :0

[@like2or3million23]

Amazing!

[@AttilaPap13]

Do you have contact to martial arts instructors in Vienna,who thinks like this?It's not that uncommon,but very hard to find!

[@courtneyamunmuhammad7343]

Words of Wisdom...

[@mrDesturbed]

just too keep you updated ZERO .i am not smoking anymore. so you dont need too cough anymore

[@gunenthusiast9201]

Good stuff..... Great vid.

[@shinwook5145]

I would appreciate a deeper explanation of what you mean by experience

[@m.p.6330]

Good stuff Gents.

[@Cephalon_Shade]

That initial quote is how I live.

[@mr_danyl1114]

I remember Doug from the tv show "Forged In Fire"

[@badjaeaux]

its sub zero and liu kang .. that accent is gold .. this vid is coolest

[@RyzenCaptures]

anyone know what jacket instructor Zero is wearing? please and thank you :)

[@cmillerphotos]

"Everyone you meet knows something you don't."

[@dbmail545]

If you stop learning you die. Don't die standing up and breathing.

[@IvanZehirov]

Good thoughts ....I have passion that soon will die inside me because i do not live in USA and in my country we hardly find money for our basic needs.Ammonition and shooting are too far away from most people here, gun laws are crazy and it is living hell for people like me.I love shooting and training tactical stuff but ....Anyway Great video !It touch my heart

[@aronstoico3930]

There are people out there who only take lessons to hurt others or have more power and they think it’s better to fear their instructors to learn to make others fear but they need to learn how to help instead