Knock Out: Learn Basic Self Defense

Everyday Self-Defense: Safety Awareness, De-Escalation, Core Techniques, and Empowerment

Created byMaayan Tzoubari

Last updated 9/2025

English

What you'll learn

Recognize and assess potentially unsafe situations to increase situational awareness and make safer decisions in daily life
Apply practical self-defense techniques to break free from common holds, grabs, or attacks
Build confidence and presence to respond effectively under pressure and protect yourself in real-world scenarios
Develop a personalized safety mindset and practice routine to reinforce skills beyond the course

Course content

1 section • 26 lectures • 43m total length

Safety0:57
Fundamentals1:42
How to Make a Fist0:50
Fighting Stance1:26
Vulnerable Points1:23
Blocks1:01
Open hand jab-cross1:28
Jab-cross Punch1:48
Hook Punch1:23
Elbow Strike1:18
Straight Kick1:37
Knee Kick1:43
Groin Kick1:24
Chokehold from the Side1:53
Chokehold from the Front1:50
Chokehold from Behind1:14
Bearhug from Behind (Above Arms)1:45
Bearhug from Behind (Below Arms)1:37
Bearhug from the Front (Above Arms)1:45
Bearhug from the Front (Below Arms)2:13
Backward Fall2:04
Forward Fall2:00
Sideways Fall2:08
Standing Up from the Floor1:45
Defense from Repeated Attacks1:06
Knife Attack3:46

Requirements

No prior martial arts or self-defense experience is required — this course is designed for complete beginners. No special equipment is needed; just comfortable clothing and enough space to move safely. An open mind and willingness to practice techniques regularly will help you get the most out of the course

Description

In today’s world, feeling confident in your ability to protect yourself is a skill everyone deserves to have. This course is designed to give you practical, beginner-friendly self-defense tools that you can immediately apply in real-life situations. Whether you’re walking home at night, traveling abroad, or simply navigating your daily routine, you’ll learn how to stay safer, set clear boundaries, and respond effectively under pressure.

We’ll start by building your situational awareness - understanding how to recognize red flags early and avoid risky situations before they escalate. From there, you’ll practice verbal strategies and body language that help you project confidence and de-escalate potential confrontations. You’ll also learn simple, effective physical techniques to break free from common grabs and holds, designed to work for people of all sizes and strength levels. Finally, we’ll focus on developing your confidence and mindset, so that you not only know the moves but also trust yourself to act when it matters most.

No prior experience or special equipment is required - this course is accessible to complete beginners. All you need is comfortable clothing, a small space to practice, and an open mind. By the end of the course, you’ll have a practical toolkit for staying safe and empowered in everyday life.

Who this course is for:

Anyone who wants to feel more confident and capable in handling real-world safety situations Beginners with no prior martial arts or self-defense training College students, young professionals, and frequent travelers seeking practical safety tools Individuals interested in building situational awareness, boundary-setting skills, and effective responses under pressure