GBRS x Khimaira Strategy | Tier 1 Training and Roots

In this sit down interview we talk with Clement from Khimaira Strategy alongside DJ and Joe from GBRS Group. The conversation dives into Clement’s journey, how he built his company and the experiences that shaped him, including his background as a Tier 1 operator in the French military. Throughout the discussion, clear parallels come up between Khimaira Strategy and GBRS Group. Both are rooted in real world experience and driven by a shared commitment to delivering high quality training, building a strong mindset, promoting fitness and constantly pushing for improvement. Website: http://www.gbrsgroupgear.com Follow on Instagram GBRS GROUP: http://www.instagram.com/gbrsgroup GBRS GROUP BTS: https://www.instagram.com/gbrsgroup.bts DJ SHIPLEY: https://www.instagram.com/dj_shipley85/ COLE FACKLER: https://www.instagram.com/therealphatty/ JOEY HAHN: https://www.instagram.com/beardedfrogman/ JAY CAL: https://www.instagram.com/jay_cal87/?hl=en ANDY: https://www.instagram.com/andy.capen/ VERNON GRIFFITH: https://www.instagram.com/vernongriffith4/?hl=en CLEMENT: https://www.instagram.com/unsatisfied_khimaira/ KHIMAIRA STRATEGY: https://www.instagram.com/khimairastrategy/ Patreon Exclusive content and perks: http://www.patreon.com/gbrsgroup Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gbrs_group Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gbrsgroupgear Follow on X: https://www.x.com/GBRSGroup TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction and welcoming Clement from Khimaira Strategy. 01:51 Clement's background and growing up in a military/police family. 02:27 Joining the French military at 17 and initial deployments. 03:02 Transitioning to the French SAS (1er RPIMa) and the selection process. 04:50 Influence of his father and early interactions with SAS operators. 07:04 Medical disqualification and the decision to leave the military in 2020. 08:21 Joining the Hostage Rescue and Counter-Terrorism teams. 09:55 Deployment experiences in Africa and the Middle East. 11:32 Daily routine and training environment in a tier-one unit. 18:55 Gear development and innovation within the unit. 20:28 Evolution of threats and operations from early 2000s to present. 23:29 Balancing speed, weight, and mobility in deployments. 26:00 Comparing deployments in Africa vs. the Middle East. 29:34 The founding and purpose of Khimaira Strategy. 34:19 Philosophy on being "well-rounded" vs. a specialist. 41:20 Methodology of "software updates" for tactical skills. 43:25 Transitioning from military to entrepreneurship. 46:14 Developing the initial product: the rifle sling. 50:35 Scaling the business and the French private training sector. 53:11 The psychological impact of transitioning and dealing with emotional disconnection. 58:20 Shared experiences of "losing identity" after leaving the service. 01:07:03 The importance of finding a new purpose and mission. 01:11:17 Training professional units and navigating European gun laws. 01:17:18 Differentiating between professional CQB and civilian home defense. 01:22:09 Future goals for Khimaira Strategy and expanding the training team. 01:31:51 Balancing family life with the demands of a growing business. 01:40:42 Closing thoughts and mutual respect between GBRS and Khimaira.