WOMAN ONLY Self Defense Clinic (5 weeks)

THIS IS AN ALL WOMANS CLASS. This clinic is appropriate for teens and adults ages 12+ and was designed to build confidence along with situational awareness utilizing a Krav Maga style of self defense movement. Students will be put in “mock exercises” designed to mimic real life bullying or aggressive situational experience. The clinic starts off with beginner level understanding of self defense and transitions into a move advanced movement including offensive strikes, counter attacks with a hint of weapons defense. Loose fitted gym style clothing and sneakers is preferred attire to participate in this activity.
What to expect each week:

5 Week Self-Defense Program

Week 1. Bracing, Rolling, Falling & Defensive Stance, a.k.a “Going with the Flow”

a.       Forward/backward break falls
b.       Forward/backward combat rolls
c.        Familiarization of stances: neutral, readied, fighting.
d.       Defensive positions, covering & acceleration of reactionary stances
e.       Application of force/pressure of knowledge garnered.

Week 2. Basic Striking & Mobility

a.       Jabs/straights
b.       Hooks/Upper Cuts
c.        Elbows/Knees
d.       Basic Kicks
e.       360 Burst Method
f.         Application of striking in motion
g.       Exploitation of vital striking points
h.       Using aggression & intensity

Week 3. Escapes, obstacles & Natural Barriers

a.       Wrist grabs
b.       Under/Over arm grabs
c.        Various Chokes
i.      Strangulation vs. wall
ii.      Basic Head Lock
iii.      Basic Rear Lock
d.       Reactionary stratagems vs. being cornered
e.       Using aggressors as obstacles & barriers

Week 4 Weapon Defense Applications

a.       Gun
i.      Head
ii.      Chest
iii.      Back
b.       Knife
i. Throat
ii.      Downward Stabs
iii.      Forward Thrust
iv.      Multiple Thrusts
c.        Bludgeons
i.      Overhead swing/chop
ii.      The Baseball bat swing
 
Week 5 Putting It All Together!
a.       Application of realism
i.      Use of speed, power and angles
ii.      Performing under pressure
iii.      Performing during disorientation
iv.      Defending vs. multiple opposition