Master Zach Whitson and his martial art, the Counterpoint Tactical System, have revolutionized my personal martial arts skills and that of my students. In addition, the experience has enhanced all areas of my martial arts academy from our youth programs to adult fitness programs. I would highly recommend every martial artist on all levels, from a student to a school owner, to seek out Master Whitson and his Counterpoint Tactical System.

Joshua Ryer
Owner of Ryer Martial Arts Academy, Inc.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania USA

Hello, welcome to our web site and thank you for your interest in the Counterpoint Tactical System also referred to as CTS. Our system is designed as a modern, real world survival based martial art. We do not focus on sport competition or run-of-the-mill self-defense applications. Our primary goal is to teach and develop a student’s skill sets with the most real and effective martial arts training available today. Our intention is to help you develop a healthy life, and to teach you how to protect yourself and your loved ones while also keeping you safe during practice and training. CTS uses an open motor training model to develop life saving skills and habits. We only use techniques and tactics that are proven to work against skilled and experienced attackers. As trainers, we live in the world of simple, direct and effective tactics, avoiding all action that has a low probability of success. We also offer a children’s curriculum designed to be fun and effective in teaching young students to be respectful of others and capable of protecting themselves from unwanted aggression. Currently, many martial arts instructors believe that they must water down their training to make it palatable to the students of today’s fast food culture. We have not gone this route. We use training models that are fun and comprehensive making accelerated learning a reality. As students find success in application, their confidence grows, they practice more often and their tactical survival skills improve exponentially.

Please navigate our website for more information on how to make your martial arts training a positive and effective life experience.

Zach Whitson, Founder