FASST

FASST is an mnemonic acronym for "focus, action, skill, strategy, tactics", representing the first American system of ninjutsu. It is also known as Dux Ryu after its creator Frank Dux. The component elements are:
*Focus: The mindset; concentrated effort; decisions made in advance; the ability to utilize fear and decide without distraction or hesitation on a course of action: (i.e. centered to the point of being unwavering in the face of overwhelming odds, death, etc.).
*Action: Voluntary or intended behavior as opposed to forced behavior, i.e., being proactive instead of reactive. Those definable observable acts that demonstrate ones commitment: (i.e. physically engaging in conflict not out of panic but wisdom).
*Skill: Individual characteristics gained through experience and training. The physical capabilities one possess: e.g. explosive speed, endurance, trauma conditioning, timing, range, reflexive and instinctive reaction as well as proactive/offensive limitations, etc.
*Strategy: Long term aims: the ability to develop, create, adapt, perceive; to devise a plan of action to achieve a goal.
*Tactics: The methodology of finding and implementing the means to achieve particular immediate short-term aims. (The art of organizing and maneuvering in battle, to achieve a limited and immediate aim i.e. using the set maneuvers for defending oneself from a slashing knife or a front thrust kick).