Krav Maga. Gershon Ben Keren
This book is dedicated to Dennis Hanover, the “Survival Family,” and the people of Israel
Please note that the publisher and author of this instructional book are NOT RESPONSIBLE in any manner whatsoever for any injury or litigation that may result from practicing the techniques and/or following the instructions given within. Martial arts training can be dangerous—both to you and to others—if not practiced safely. If you’re in doubt as to how to proceed or whether your practice is safe, consult with a trained martial arts teacher before beginning. Since the physical activities described herein may be too strenuous in nature for some readers, it is also essential that a physician be consulted prior to training.
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Copyright © 2014 Gershon Ben Keren
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Contents
What Is Krav Maga?
Krav Maga Yashir
Gershon Ben Keren
Part 1: Basic Skills (Stances, Movement, Blocking, and Striking)
Stances and Movement
The Timeline of Violence
The Interview Stance
Key Points Regarding the Interview Stance
Controlling Range
Relative Body Positioning
Relative Body Positioning with Multiple Assailants
How to Move
Other Stances
Striking, Punching, Kicking, and Throwing
Preemptive Striking Combination
Lead Eye Strike
Groin Kick
Putting Your Assailant in a Disadvantaged Position
Lead Hand Punches and Rear Crosses
Rear “Crashing” Elbow
Driving Knee
Throws and Takedowns
Conclusion
The Krav Maga Yashir Blocking System
Blocking Circular Strikes/360 Blocks
Simultaneous Blocking and Striking
Defending Straight Punches and Strikes
Pat Away Defenses
Gaining Control of Your Attacker
Inner Forearm Blocks
Conclusion
Part 2: Self-Defense Scenarios
Different Types of Armed Assault
The Similarities between Gun and Knife Control/Disarms
Knife Disarming
Financial Predators
Victim Facilitators
Knife Low to Front
Gun to Front of Body
Knife to Rear of Body (Low)
Gun to Rear of Body (Low)
Knife to Side of Body (Low)
Gun to Side of Body (Low)
Sticking to the Script
Knife Threat Against a Wall
Gun Threat Against a Wall
Consequences of Actions
“Steaming” and “Steamers”
Knife to Same Side of Throat
Gun to Front of Head
Abductions and Hostage Taking
Rear Hostage Knife to Front of Throat
The Denial, Deliberation, and Decision Loop
Protecting Third Parties—Rear Hostage to Front of Throat
Rear Knife Threat—Knife to Side of Throat
Knife to Side of Neck
Gun to Side of Head
Using the Body to Assist Against a Resisting Assailant
Rear Hostage