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Self-Defense Techniques



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Learning and practicing Self-Defense Techniques is one of the most interesting aspects of martial arts training.

On this page, you will find a wide variety of techniques to choose from.

We also have tons of information and advise about everything from
basic wrist locks to power punching techniques provided by our self-defense experts.

Consider the benefits of knowing and practicing Self-Defense…

  • Improved Health
  • Personal Safety
  • Less Stress
  • Self Confidence
  • Practicing is Fun

For all the benefits of knowing how to defend yourself, never forget that last one! Having fun with your training is, perhaps, the most important part of practicing Self-Defense Techniques.

Consider this: What keeps those ancient-looking Chinese Kung Fu experts going? The fact that by practicing, they can defend themselves? Actually, it doesn’t really take all that long to learn basic Self-Defense skills.

Or is it that practicing keeps them healthy and happy? Sure, those things are great, too, but—

If practice is boring, no one would keep at it for very long.

So whatever you do, remember to Have Fun With These Techniques!

We’ve collected a wide variety of resources, everything from smooth, circular Tai Chi to explosive Taekwondo. And we are continually adding to this Techniques page, so be sure to check back often!

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Afrikan defence against punches



Judo Ouchigari Major Inside Reap.



BJJ Sidemount escape to brabo choke.


A variety of animated GIF's from Budokai.info International Martial Arts School:

Basic Wrist Lock


Wrist/Arm Lock To Throw


Wrist Twist To Throw


Entangled Arm Lock Knife Defense


Modified Entangled Arm Lock



Unarmed Self-Defense Techniques from Self-Defender.Net

Karate Self-Defense Techniques


Women's Self-Defense


Vulnerable Points Of The Body


How to de-escalate conflict situation verbally


How To Protect Yourself From Pick Pockets



Jeet Kune Do


34 Hard Core Jeet Kune Do Techniques



Video Clips

Defense Against Grab From The Rear - Video Clip


Defense Against Wrist Grabs - Video Clip


Throw Defense Against Round Punch Head


Escape From Front Strangle


Juji Gatami (Cross Lock)


Wrist Lock Followed By A Throw


Grab Attack Turned Into Back Hammer Lock


Block Double Strike To Take Down


Another double strike - another take down


Second hold after attacker tries to get up


Minor Inner Winding To Scarf Hold - A Take Down


A very basic throw response to a round punch head


Another throw using some hip leverage


Throwing Defense Against Roundhouse Kick


Nothing like a good snap kick to the groin before you drop em!


Rice Bail Throw


Block and drop down on top of attacking arm


Escape from a strangle to a cross lock


Nice block and over the shoulder throw


Block - Punch to the gut - Throw


Double Block & Throw


Block - Sweep - Kick to Face


Pick him up from the croch before dropping him.


An interesting throw response to front kick



A good list of locks and throwing techniques...

Arm Lock 3

Ankle Wheel

Spring Hip Throw

Sweeping Loin

One Point Shoulder Throw

Hip Wheel

Minor Outer Reap

Wrist Twist - Wrist Lock 1 With Application

Minor Lifting Hip

Minor Inner Reap

Jacket Shoulder Throw



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