Advanced Knife Defence

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This post will show you 2 methods of advanced knife defence.However,moves can only be effective if one were to execute it in a swift and smooth manner.
The first would be a flying knee.This move can also be used in freestyle sparring.


The second is a 360 tornado armbar which may break the assailant's arm,so be very wary of this move and only use it during emergency.

Practice drills and training for knife defence

To execute proper form of knife defence efficiently,training and practice drills are necessary.
Only then,you are fit to defend yourself against a knife-armed assailant.
Thus,here's a video showing a training method for knife defence.

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Aug 2008,Uefa Club Footballer of the year.
Sept 14,European Golden Boot Award
Oct 27,FIFPro World Player of the Year
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Realistic knife defence

After watching both the tutorial and the demostration,this posting will show you more realistic knife defence clip.Moves executed are to be done proper and flawless in actual situation.
Click the attached for more!

Self defence against a knife strike 2

After learning several methods to defend yourself against a knife-armed assailant,attached will show you some examples of self defence against a knife strike.
Likewise,the moves are not choreograph and done in slow pace for ease of viewing.

Self defence against a knife strike

Attached will show and explain how to defend yourself against a knife strike.
Step 1 would be the most prominent and important step.When the assailant is charging at you aggressively,DO NOT panic but instead move forward.Immediately move and parry to either side as you avoid the cutting range while you block and grab the assailant's arm.
Step 2,you can follow up with any strikes like an eye gorge,an elbow or a knee to the groin.This weakens and distracts the assailant.
Step 3,to get rid of the knife from the assailant's hand,you can either push the blade downwards or deliver a knee onto his arm.The assailant will feel the pain and release the knife.
From there,you can either chose to run,call the police or pin him .
SIMILIAR TO OUR PREVIOUS BLOG ON KNIFE DEFENCE, THESE TECHNIQUES SHOULD
ONLY APPLY WHEN THERE IS NO OTHER PEACEFUL SOLUTIONS OR WAYS TO ESCAPE.

Self defence against takedowns and side punches

How would you react when the assailant is applying a takedown?
Here are 2 methods of self defence against it.


The first method would be a headpress whereby you control and push the assailant's head downwards when he is charging towards you.
Firstly,you would have to take control of his head by simply grabbing his neck ,move backwards or lower your stance if he is trying to grab your leg or torso.
Next,follow the flow and direction of his charge and pin him down.

The second method would be a reverse neck hold whereby you grab hold of the assailant's head and arm and apply a submission.

What if your reaction is slow and the assailant pin you down sideways and start striking aggressively?This video will show you how to apply an armbar immediately when you left in such vulnerable position.

Self defence against ground stamps and kicks

You've seen several ways to defend yourself when the assailant punches aggressively.Now let's take a look at self defence against ground stamps and kicks.
When you are left in such a vulnerable position,raise your hands to shield your face and move your legs and shoulder blade to avoid those strikes.
Then with the correct timing,grab the assailant's leg and execute a footlock.
Check out the video to see how it's properly done.

Armlock as a form of self defence

Here is another alternate way of self defence when the assailant is mounted on top of you.
The two methods that we taught earlier were merely getting out of the vulnerable position.However the third method,teaches you how to execute a reverse elbow hold immediately when the assailant is striking aggressively.
Head on to the video for more.

Defence against floor attack 2

The third and final video is an elaboration with explanation.

We will be going through self defence against leg strikes and kicks for ground fighting in our next few postings.

Defence against floor attack

How would you react if you are violently pushed to the floor?And the next thing you know,the assailant would be striking your head mercilessly.
Therefore,this posting will show you a way to defend yourself against such vicious attacks.
The first video would be a negative demonstration whereby you are helpless and at the assailant's mercy.

The second video would show you how to counter such attacks.

Notice that you are supposed to raise your legs as a stopper and use your shoulder blade as a key for movement?Sway your shoulder blade both backward and sideways and move your legs constantly to prevent him from catching it.Doing this will maintain a safe distance between you and your assailant and enable you to execute your next move.

Advanced self defence for ground fighting

After learning several ways to escape from such compromise position where your assailant is on top of you,it's time to proceed with a reversal.
You can chose to run,call for help or even retaliate by mounting on top of the assailant.Meanwhile applying an arm/foot lock would be an alternative.
The video attached is a foot lock reversal which is applied smoothly and effectively.

An alternate way for self defence in ground fighting

Here's another method for self defence when you are trapped in such vulnerable position.
You just have to put your opponent off equilibrium by grabbing any firm area such as his shoulder or shirt.Then throw your opponent overhead as far out as possible by executing a shoulder extension and a hip raise at the same time.
Proceed with a rollover immediately after opponent is being throwed.

Self defence for ground attack part 2

So have you thought of a way to get out in such vulnerable position whereby the assailant is grounding and pounding aggressively?
Well,here is an effective way to defend yourself when you encounter such circumstances.
First,you should raise your head up and hide it on any side of the assailant's ribs to prevent further bashing to your head.
Next,turn your hip to the side of your lean(IMPORTANT as to provide torque for your next move)
Then using your whole body momentum,give a elbow strike when you snap your body back to the oringal postion will send the assailant off his balance and onto the ground.
Finally,you can either get on top of him,apply any submission you know or simply run away for help.

We will go through another alternate method for self defence in ground fighting in our next posting.

Self defence for ground attack part 1

What would you do when you fall in a tussle and the assailant proceed with violent gound
pound ? Now you in a very vulnerable position, any one devastating blow to your head or face and you will be "gone".
It is crtical that you escape from this position immediately and yet the same time hid your head from direct blows. What you normally learn from books and instructional videos which uses ear claps, neck hold and eye pokes will not work when the assailant is extremely violent and strong.In fact trying to use this moves , will give the assailant more opportunities to rain blows onto your head !I will show some solid defence which I personally used when I encounter such
attacks.

Our next posting will show you how to defend yourself against such agressive assailant.

Applying the art of pushing in close contact situation

How do we apply the art of pushing in close contact situation?Well,the video attached will teach you how to.
Using your shoulder blade to push can sometimes fracture the assailant's ribs.
So please apply with caution. Do not use this tackle casually although it might seem harmless.

Using the art of pushing as self defence against kicks

So now you know how to apply the art of pushing against punches.What about kicks?
The same principle of taking one step forward applies too for a bigger force to be executed.
This video will show you briefly how to defend a kick by the usage of pushing.

Using the art of pushing as self defence against punches

YOYOYO !Today's topic would be the art of pushing.
Well,you can apply it in situations when you do not want to hurt the opposite party.
Therefore instead of striking or choking the opposite party,pushing your opponent in correct form would keep you safe and avoid any injuries or damages.
The video attached shows you how to defend a punch using pushing.

Different scenarios that you may face part 2

Part 2 of different scenarios that you may face,let's take a look when you face a cocky arrogant chap who launch a flying kick and a much bigger bully.Meanwhile stay tune as we will discuss about the Beijing 2008 Oylmpics soon.

Different scenarios that you may face

Attached are 4 videos that show different scenarios that you may face in your daily life.This teaches you what to do and how to counter when you face an assailant or a bully.

Self defence course for beginner

Attached are some self defence videos for the everyday people on the streets who are not trained in martial art for your enjoyment.