| Many of us think that street fighting is only | | | | but even if you're not, there are many things that |
| relevant to thugs and gang members. We picture | | | | you can do to effectively defend yourself. |
| bloody back-alley brawls, prison riots, and barbaric | | | | 1. The first step in self-defense is SITUATIONAL |
| underground prizefights. | | | | AWARENESS. Always be conscious of your |
| The REALITY is that anyone can be a target of | | | | surroundings to avoid dangerous areas and |
| violence on the street or any other public place. | | | | situations. If your gut instinct is telling you that |
| Unfortunately, many of us are faced with violence | | | | something is wrong - listen to it! |
| even in our own homes. | | | | 2. When a situation becomes uncomfortable or |
| You don't have to be a victim when confronted | | | | threatening, GET OUT. Look for escape |
| with violence. | | | | opportunities as soon as there is the slightest hint |
| Learning a few practical street fighting techniques | | | | of danger. |
| can make all the difference for you and those | | | | 3. If danger is unavoidable, and you must fight: |
| you care about. It can mean the difference | | | | TARGET THE VITAL AREAS!!! |
| between walking away unharmed and becoming a | | | | No matter WHO the attacker is, a solid shot to |
| victim. | | | | the groin, eyes, etc. can disable them long enough |
| Many people are convinced that they are unable | | | | for you to follow up with other strikes - or simply |
| to defend themselves because they are: | | | | get away. |
| - too small | | | | There are many simple ways to neutralize an |
| - too weak | | | | attacker in seconds by targeting vital areas. |
| - too frail | | | | Seek out experienced and qualified instructors |
| - too inexperienced | | | | who can train you to use basic, effective |
| It's definitely an advantage to be big and tough, | | | | self-defense tactics. |