Complete Self-Defense Course by Special Force Instructor

Master five practical self-defense stances, from a natural hands-at-sides posture to one-step-away hands-up de-escalation, head or chest guards, and a close-range push.

Develop the natural stance to anticipate close-range attacks. When an attacker approaches, jab to the eye with hands down to seize control.

Maintain a hands up stance at mid-range to de-escalate verbally, then deliver a controlled jab to the face if the threat advances.

Demonstrate a guarded stance at close range, jab to the eyes, and elbow strikes, then return your hands to your head.

Maintain a long distance stance and use quick jabs from both sides, block with the strong hand, and jab with the weak hand to de-escalate and control distance.

Master strikes from natural, closest, and mid stances using loaded and fast techniques, with forward weight transfer and eye pokes, targeting eyes, throat, and groin.

Master basic elbow strikes in self-defense, including straight horizontal, vertical, downward, and upward back elbows. Explore variations inspired by Muay Thai and Karate styles.

Learn an open palm slap strike from long range to push away and target the ear, then follow with elbow strikes for close quarters defense.

Learn hammer fist strikes from multiple angles, lead with the left when the right hand is strong, and practice delivering a face-targeted strike in self-defense demonstrations.

Demonstrates the 'slap down' self-defense move, emphasizing close-range strikes, timing to create space, and using nails to scratch the attacker to cause damage.

Execute a wide open palm hand strike, delivering an open palm slap to the neck or face in various stances, then follow with an elbow in the complete self-defense course.

Demonstrate a natural stance sequence: perform a finger jab, strike, then elbow up and down when close, delivering quick bop bop blows to finish in 2–3 seconds.

Learn practical self-defense combos that blend finger jabs, a jab, strikes, and elbows, with continuous stepping in and a neck grab for control.

Master basic kicks for self-defense, targeting the legs and groin to disrupt an attacker, with shoe-tip impacts. When hands drop, follow with elbows or eye jabs for control.

Defend a punch by adopting a close stance, maintaining distance, keeping elbows up, expanding, and striking with the elbow to counter the attack.

Practice a repeatable defense against slaps, using the same technique each time: expand and then elbow, and continue until the threat is over.

Step away to create distance when an elbow comes, then rain other attacks, like a groin kick, while exploiting the top when the bottom is defended.

Learn to defeat a muay thai clinch by using the shoulder to release, protect the knees, and counter with quick clinch breaks and strikes from both sides.

Defend against kicks with knee blocks, turning the knee and foot to block the legs, and use elbows for high or head kicks in Muay Thai technique.

Learn practical self-defense against a taller opponent using a right leg leading stance, finger jabs, elbow strikes, and knee hits to eyes, jaw, nose, or groin, continuing until finished.

This lecture teaches distance management against a taller person, emphasizing deescalation, staying far away until they close in, then using elbows and groin strikes quickly when contact occurs, avoiding mid-range.

Learn punch blocks by tapping and slapping to block haymakers, straight punches, and finger jabs with simple, repeatable motions.

Learn practical defenses against wrist grabs, focusing on immediate eye strikes followed by elbow and knee strikes to escape and deter an attacker.

Defend against collar grabs using jabs, crosses, and elbows, followed by knee strikes, while securing the opponent with one or both hands and shifting angles.

Defend against headlocks using a left-side defense and grab technique. Deliver a hammer fist to the groin to break the hold, then strike the back of the neck.

In a front guillotine choke, use the near hand to grab the choking arm at the neck, then strike the groin with the other hand, followed by knees.

Defend against hair grabs by turning the head, pinning the attacker's hand near your head, and poking them in the eye to break free.

Learn the osoto gari foot sweep for self-defense, starting with a jab or strike, then unbalance and throw the front leg for a deep street takedown.

Master inside hawk and outside hawk sweeps for self-defense, replacing osoto gari by clinching on the same side, using a Muay Thai clinch and controlled hand pressure.

Stay up in self-defense, avoiding the ground against multiple opponents. Use a finger jab or elbow strike to create space, then kick or stamp if needed, and remain standing.

Learn groundwork principles to avoid hitting the ground; if you end up on the floor, hook the attacker's leg and strike the groin for a decisive escape.

Stay facing the side opponent, keep from exposing your back, block kicks with knees and arms, protect both the bottom and high knees, angle up, then strike.

learn to counter attacks from the top by turning down, gaining control with grabs, using shoulder leverage to break the knee, and following with a groin strike.

Learn to escape a closed guard on the ground by using hammer fists and elbows to strike, protecting yourself with targeted strikes.

Learn closed guard defense in self-defense: keep knees up, block punches, grab and pull the opponent's biceps to control, then escape quickly to safety.

Learn full mount down defense by getting inside quickly, jabbing to the eyes when possible, turning to the side, rising, and using the sole of the foot to escape.

Learn full mount top defense techniques: stay high to control hips, use knee pressure under the armpits, breathe, push, then elbow and punch to neutralize threats.

Defend against a neck grab by using the seat belt grip to constrain the attacker, jab the eye, grab the ear, push to the ground, and strike with elbows.

Protect your neck, staple the attacker's arm to your chest, and target the eyes before grabbing and striking as you bend down.

Learn the hook technique: step in with a cross stance, punch with two knuckles, and execute left or right hook from the sides to strike effectively.

Adopt a wide stance and execute a step-in hook against an opponent, switching sides with the same hook pattern to reinforce stance and technique.

Perform the uppercut by stepping in with a side stance and driving the punch toward the opponent. Repeat uppercuts from both left and right steps to reinforce the technique.

Block from a long distance with the left leg forward, strike the eyes, nose, and throat on either side as you block.

Learn defense against headbutts, avoid using them due to concussion risk, and apply safer techniques like palm strikes or elbows, or use the top of the head if absolutely necessary.

Defend against a headbutt by using your elbows to press into the head when grabbed, then follow with uppercuts and a groin kick to regain control.

Eye poke targets the eyes as a quick, low-energy first strike in self defense. Then go for the groin, return to the eyes, and back up with an elbow.

Learn to identify and target the weakest parts: eyes, ears, groin, and throat, using practical self-defense techniques.

Protect your eyes and head by closing your eyes and moving out of the way. Defend the ears, neck, and groin with turns, elbows, and knees to the middle.

Learn to force your opponent to the ground in self-defense using finger jabs, fists, elbows, knees, and foot sweeps, then hold them on the ground and hurt them with kicks.

Three basic self-defense combos teach close-range finger jabs with elbows and grabs, mid-range strikes with knees and elbows, and a blocked sequence ending in groin strikes and a soccer kick.

Respond to grabs by targeting the groin, then deliver uppercuts, elbows, and knee strikes.

Learn to handle multiple attackers by targeting the weakest opponent first, using a consistent routine of finger jab and elbows, feigning weakness, and using shields or walls to create space.

Develop 360 awareness by adjusting your sight to a mid-level focus and blurring the surroundings. Maintain forward visibility to detect any attacker and respond quickly.