The Self-Defense Handbook
The Best Street Fighting Moves and Self-Defense Techniques
Sam Fury
Illustrated by
Neil Germio
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Contents
Introduction
Principles of Self-Defense
Awareness and Action
Principles of Attack
Target Areas
Training
Basic Self-Defense Techniques
Ready Stance
Footwork
Improvised Weapons
Low Side-Kick
Groin Attack
Finger-Bending
Palm Heel
Elbows
Elbow Burst
Eye Gouge
Headbutt
Breakfalls
Kick and Pivot
Application
Advanced Strikes & Strategies
Lead Straight Punch
Back-fist
Slip, Parry, and Strike
- Combination
Snap-Back
Knees
Shovel Hook
Guillotine
Rear Naked Choke
Simple Trip
Ground Takedown
Mount Attacks
Blitzkrieg
Feints
Immobilization Attacks
Weapon Disarms
Weapon Vs Weapon
Low Weapon Defense
High Weapon Defense
Unarmed Gun Defense
Multiple Opponents
Compliance Locks
References
Author Recommendations
About Sam Fury
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INTRODUCTION
I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks one time, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times. - Bruce Lee
This no-nonsense self-defense training manual focuses on the most effective techniques from a wide variety of martial arts, including (but not limited to):
Jeet Kune Do (Bruce Lees martial art)
Vortex Control Self-Defense (eclectic self-defense)
Kali/Escrima Arnis (Filipino weapon-based martial arts)
Wing Chun (efficient Chinese martial art)
Krav Maga (Israeli military)
Systema (Russian military)
Mixed martial arts (strikes and ground fighting)
Despite the wide variety of resources, the manual is minimalistic. It contains step-by-step progressive lessons, split into four sections. For best results, learn each section in order.
Section 1: Self-Defense Principles
Explanations of subjects that relate to self-defense and training, but that are not specific techniques.
Section 2: Basic Self-Defense Techniques
Simple and effective techniques allowing you to escape your attacker(s) and get help.
Section 3: Advanced Strikes & Strategies
Essential strikes and basic strategies for self-defense in an ongoing fight. These techniques are also good for when the basic self-defense techniques are too aggressive, such as in a "friendly" pub or schoolyard brawl.
Section 4: Weapon Disarms
This section covers weapon disarms with and without your own weapon, as well as group fighting strategy and basic compliance locks.
Principles of Self-Defense
This section covers generic subjects relating to self-defense that are not techniques.
Do not dismiss the subjects in this section. The information youll learn here is more valuable from a self-defense point of view than any of the individual techniques.
AWARENESS AND ACTION
Awareness and action give you the best chance of avoiding or surviving any dangerous situation. Here, they are explained in reference to self-defense.
Awareness
Constant awareness of your surroundings and people is the best way to stay out of danger. Youll notice early warning signs and give off an air of awareness, making you less of a target to attackers.
Whenever you enter a new situation/room, do a scan and take mental note of the following:
Exits
Improvised weapons (see Improvised Weapons chapter)
"Shady" individuals
Any other potential dangers
Here are some common signs of aggression:
Stares and/or wide-eyed looks
Puffed chests
Sudden/erratic movements
Verbal threats
Rowdiness
Clenched fists
Displaying a weapon
Action
Decisive action will keep you safe in the face of danger.
Avoidance of a physical conflict is your primary goal when confronted by an aggressive individual. Back up out of striking distance and adopt the passive ready stance (see Ready Stance chapter).
Try one of the following tactics:
Defuse. Keep calm and appear agreeable and friendly. Be polite and co-operative but not too submissive.
Comply. Material goods are usually not worth the fight.
Bluff. Feigning insanity, seizure, or telling a probable attacker you have an infectious disease may deter him.
When your avoidance tactic doesnt work, youll need to choose between flight or fight.
Flight translates to run and scream. It is always preferred over fighting.
If applicable, throw what your attacker wants in the direction opposite the one you want to run.
Run to a safe placea well-lit area where there are other people, such as a police station, gas station, or mall.
If youre hiding, call the police, then put your phone on silent.
When forced to be aggressive and run when possible.
Movement will save your life. Struggle, strike, run.
Note: If your initial fight isnt successful and its clear youll be taken, surrender before youre knocked out, killed, or otherwise incapacitated.
Learn escape and evasion techniques to give you the best chance of survival beyond the initial fight.
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After an Attack
The following tips will keep you safe after an attack:
Flee the area to a safe place.
Call emergency services.
Apply emergency first aid.
Seek medical attention even if you have no visible injuries.
Do not drive, in case you experience delayed shock.
Write down a description of your attackers and the incident, including how they got away (on foot, type of vehicle, direction, etc.)
Cancel credit cards, if applicable.
Change your locks if your keys were stolen.
If someone calls to tell you they found your stuff, get someone else to pick it up while you stay home.
Join support groups if you feel the need to do so.