August 2026

This Month's Book Club Pick: When Violence Is the Answer by Tim Larkin

"In a civilized society, violence is rarely the answer. But when it is, it's the only answer."

You train for the mat. This book asks: are you ready for the street?

Tim Larkin — former military intelligence officer and self-defense expert — draws a hard line between the aggression you spar against and the real, rule-free violence that shows up when someone means to do serious harm. His argument will challenge you: it's the person who acts first, fastest, and with full commitment who survives — not necessarily the most skilled.

For a room full of combat athletes, that's fighting words. Come ready to debate it.

Short read. Big argument. Bring your opinions.

Join us for Book Club:
📅 Saturday, August 29th
🕐 1:00 PM — right after Open Mat
📍 Open to the whole community — bring a friend!