Krav Maga Fundamental Strategies

BECAUSE NOT ALL KRAV MAGA IS THE SAME®


This book introduces and codifies big-picture thinking to take you to the next level of self-defense expertise. The material is designed to conform to your strengths; you need not conform to the system.


In this latest volume from David Kahn, you will find practical, battle-tested stratagems and insights that are equally applicable across the spectrum of martial arts and fighting systems. The text is supported by 180 dynamic separate photo series representing a rich krav maga gamut of self-defense strategies and tactics.


Topics include:




The Best Use of a Training Partner
The Difference Between Anger and Rage
Recognizing Your Own Triggers to Avoid Violence
Contending with Road Rage
Conflict Avoidance and Escape
Physiological Reactions to Threats and Violence
Legal Use of Force Requirements
Defensive (Dis)Engagement Mindset
Anatomical Targeting and Self-Protection
Preemptive Linear Strikes
Absorbing and Moving with an Attack
Fighting Ranges
Combatives Power and Balance
Self-Defense Fight Timing
Tactical Retreating
When and How to Counterattack
Defending against a Skilled Fighter
Deceptive Fighting
Ground Survival
Defending an Ambush
Multiple Opponents
Breaking Up a Fight


As good tactical minds generally think alike, whatever your martial arts or defensive tactics background, this book is designed to synergize any previous professional self-defense knowledge to enhance your personal survival blueprint.


Krav Maga Fundamental Strategies draws on ideas and techniques from nearly every level of the Israeli Krav Maga curriculum, including violence avoidance and prevention. The result is an adaptable strategy supported by tried and true defensive tactics, coupled with sound defensive principles, all of which will serve to deliver you from harm’s way.