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Self Defense

Lead Instructor:  Michael Margolin
 Access:  Public   Status:  Active   Lesson:  $34.99
Just as you strive to master offensive techniques, so, too, must you master defense. In this lesson, learn the key pillars of self protection as we instruct you on the most effective ways to get out of dangerous situations, such as choke holds and headlocks. Krav Maga gives you specific insight into breaking these holds that you cannot find anywhere else. This lesson is integral to Krav Maga, as it will help to ensure your safety in a hostile situation.

Lesson Specs

Lesson Goals

  1. Understand the Course topic
  2. Refine your ability to execute the techniques presented in the Course
  3. Become familiar with drills that can be used to develop your skills
  4. Achieve significant proficiency in the material

Instructions

  1. Watch the Lesson
  2. Take notes on key aspects
  3. Bookmark key points in the Lesson
  4. Ask questions on the Forum
  5. Use Lesson resources to supplement your knowledge

Lesson Chapters

  1. Introduction
  2. Choke from the Front: 2 Hand Pluck
  3. Choke from the Front: 1 Hand Pluck
  4. Choke from the Side
  5. Choke from Behind
  6. Choke from the Front with a Push
  7. Choke from Behind with a Push
  8. Headlock from the Side
  9. Headlock from Behind
  10. Combination Drill
  11. Stress Simulation
  12. Final Thoughts
  13. Closing

Lead Instructor

Michael Margolin

Michael Margolin is a 5th Degree Black Belt . He began his training with Darren Levine in 1981 and was, at the time, the youngest person to receive a Krav Maga black belt.

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