Good Practical advice. Fighting techniques that don't take a life time to learn. I have done a lot of different martial art styles and always believe the best defence is simplicity. In knife attacks especially. Fighting must flow without you stopping to think about what techniques work in any particular situation. Like driving , operating the gears and pedals without thinking about it. Well done. Thanks for posting.
This is slightly better than most defenses I've seen , especially for tall people like myself. But i'd estimate 7/10 you wont be able to get the guy on the ground as easily. HOWEVER , you will definitely throw him off balance and get HIM scared and confused. Once he's face is looking at the ground, run for your life! You can also kick him in the head and Run, You will probably get one or 2 cuts from him trying to swing overhead. But you wont feel it in the heat of the Battle, and CUTS are 100 TIMES better than stab wounds. However you need to figure out 2 important things before deciding to defend yourself. 1, IS THE ATTACKER TRYING TO THREATEN ME AND ROB ME. 2, IS THE ATTACKER TRYING TO KILL ME How do you determine this, as soon as the knife is visible, immediately say here's my wallet ,here take it. and my phone take it,' and throw your stuff in front of him and step back hands up . They will usually take the stuff and run. If you do that and the guy seems uninterested in the stuff on the floor , then you have a situation with a Kid whose most likely in a gang or Cult trying to Prove himself. How to defend attackers 1&2. 1, The truth is These attackers don't really want to hurt you as that can lead to extreme jail time and use knives to scare you into handing over valuables.This is also the only time any Knife defense tactics have a chance of working. If your stuff isn't really valuable give it over, don't run but walk away. 2, If the attacker is trying to kill you , you will most likely get stabbed 2-5 times before you even know you've been stabbed. DONT GO TO GROUND, Try shake him off by throwing something in his face, Poking his eyeballs, Kicking his Testii region and RUN! RUN into a nearby building ,seek people and help. He will chase you until you enter a place with many people.
From a woman's standpoint, i love all these videos. Anyone can do the techniques you are showing. I am always looking for better ways to show my friends how to defend themselves. Now I can just play your videos. Thank you and keep em coming.
# 1 Self - Defense Rule: Be Aware. # 2 Self - Defense Rule: Don't allow any stranger in public or fringe areas to approach you too closely. If anyone blocks or tries to block.your path so you can't leave or escape..climb over his damn face to get away then get to a busy, noisy, populated place, then call someone on the phone for help. # 3 Self - Defense Rule: Stay in populated, noisy, busy areas that are well-lighted at night. Avoid dark, isolated, quiet routes where there are few to no people around. # 4 Self - Defense Rule: Do not allow yourself to be manipulated, controlled or talked out of doing something you say or have said, "NO!" to doing. Especially if the other person is trying to convince you to go along with saying, "Yes!" Even though you do not want to.
Anyone allowing any stranger to approach them closely to ask them a question is putting themselves into a very dangerous situation. Better to stay 5-15 feet away from someone in public. In fringe areas, stay 15-25 feet away from the other person. That way, your awareness keeps you safe and prevents them from choosing to physically attack you and be able to set you up to be attacked.
Yeah, that is a very smart suggestion or idea. Even myself, I get nervous or suspicious if a stranger gets too close to me...Some bad things could happen when that occurs. I think the best thing to do first and foremost is, do not let some stranger get too close to you.
Nick thanks for all you do buddy. I consistently recommend my students to watch your videos. Your direction and street mentality is on point. Its great to have my students to reinforce the principals from another source. If you're ever in the SF bay area, lunch and drinks are on me.
If you are this average size guy with no combatives knowledge, alone &, unarmed facing a guy with like 60-80 lbs more muscle than you with a knife in hand demanding your money in broad daylight in a occupied public park just give him what you have- he is either desperate or totally gangster and what is in your wallet is most likely less than $100. I've been stabbed 6 times I got nerve damage in both leg, significant enough in my left leg that a nerve graft surgery was attempted, it was unsuccessful. I ain't felt my left leg in 18 years and it has atrophied extensively over in that time
An attacker will not be lax like @4:00 and give up when his hand is parried/trapped, or when hit once in the face. He is going to stiffen up, pull his stabbing arm back, and push back into the defender as he stabs whatever he is able to hit. I would want to see this work if the attacker is aggressive. What you taught him is better than nothing, and he might get a lucky hit to drop the attacker. I think though, it might also give false confidence. What if the attacker does not drop after the first hit, and gets a few stabs in? What if the defender occupies the line by striking/ attempts to trap, misses the incoming stabbing angle, and the attacker connects with the stabs? What if you do strike/trap and back up, but the attacker rushes in again, and stabs/slashes at your limbs this time before getting close to stab the torso/face? The point is, the defender is committing to a high risk strategy by attacking/countering unarmed. You better have quick footwork to intercept and control the knife, or you're going to have to out run him. An important consideration was proven by Royce Gracie in the 90's during the first UFC matches. Even against trained strikers, Royce was able to shoot in, and was not knocked out. Now imagine an untrained striker vs a knife wielding aggressor coming in. The unarmed person is the underdog in the fight. If the attacker does not get knocked out first hit, or intercepted, he is going to come into trap/clinch range and stab. The risk is too high, and fighting against a knife attacker is all about reducing the risk of getting stabbed/slashed. Letting someone with a knife get that close to an unarmed you, is a terrible position. I think giving them your money is even a risk. The person has the audacity to hold a knife to another adult; you're at his mercy if he chooses to attack. Haganah contains a strategy which reduces risk when facing that scenario. First, carry yourself. Always be in a caution state of mind (Yellow code of awareness: in which one is relaxed with a non-specific alert. There is no immediate threat, but you are alert to any possibility.). If an attacker deploys his weapon within a couple feet, create distance by striking/throwing whatever is in your hands at him (short circuits his thinking) as you move back/or angle back (still facing the attacker), which provides a split second to deploy your own knife. Now at least you are even, and the probability of survival is higher. He will at least think before rushing in; he would get slashed/stabbed too. If you are blocked by an obstacle behind you, which does not allow you to retreat for deployment, then you've put yourself in terrible position...
yeah I know what you mean but lets face it.. you are only going to see that scenario if this was REAL and the guy stabbing had motivation to do it and this was full blown all out trying to kill the young fella. so you would only ever see that in a real fight. of course with any of this it is going to be "all in fun" to a degree and the guy stabbing (can't remember his name) is probably going easy on the person they use in the video knowing his own skill level, but nick is trying to teach us basically what happens and how you can counter what might happen if someone approached you like this.. he is doing the best he can to show us that. yeah in real life it probably would be over in seconds against that big guy unless you really learn what nick is trying to teach us to the best we can. not much else you can do.
any attacker with a knife will hit from stomach upwards, and not like muscle man in the video, approaching only his arm to victim's body, because that way he loses control over his movements and allows the victim to react like the video teacher. In fact, knife attackers like to attack body to body, because it's nearly impossible to stop them with bare hands. Legs are more useful in these situations. Front kicks will prevent you from get hurt in your torso and will give you a better chance to use your hands once the knife attack is momentarily annulled
Lol, as a martial artist, my techniques are similar and yet different. Imnot sure if your a martial artist, or just a retired soldier to cop etc, but you missed out on some important aspects, and other things that I would rather have people do. For example, I would say to someone to turn and around and pretend like your about to run, and as he closes in, because he will chase after you, land the back kick right in his chest. A demonstration would obviously be better, but I don't have that luxury. Engaging with him full on is OK,but it's not the best, if he is experienced than he will react quickly. Instead doing something short and simple to put maximum distance is the best way to go for knives.
best tip I heard, though not applicable here for self defence is frow all your loose change in his face, stamp on that knee/shin hard and fucking run !
Frankly this should be titled how to deal with a knife-wielding mugger because outside of that there are really only two other scenarios involving a knife-wielder and an unarmed person and that is an escalated argument which can be solved with the appeasement portion of this vid. The only other one is the other dude just wants you dead and isn't really something you can defend against because you won't know you're under attack until the knife is already in you.
***** Thanks so much Nick. Yes, I tried disarming with my students, but I realized it is very hard to disarm when attackers are coming at full speed. You're right, better to trap and strike first, then disarm if you can.
In this particular scenario, I'd tell the mugger his pants were ripped and run like hell when he looks down. Some of this is good, but stuff like 2:57 makes no sense unless you're being attacked by a one armed mugger. And in that scenario you're screwed if he forgoes that limp stabbing in favor of running headlong at you and then slaps you in the face with his free hand and then stabbing you with the knife.
I was stabbed at the world series parade I didn't see it coming kill the I think I know how to defend and fight ego. It's real so really train to defend yourself
In all seriousness I think the counter offense techniques would get you killed. If that guy really chose to stab you, those attacks would not have stopped him.
Good Practical advice. Fighting techniques that don't take a life time to learn. I have done a lot of different martial art styles and always believe the best defence is simplicity. In knife attacks especially. Fighting must flow without you stopping to think about what techniques work in any particular situation. Like driving , operating the gears and pedals without thinking about it. Well done. Thanks for posting.
Great coaching nick in the second attempt he performed much better now that he has an understanding of what to do
This guy has some nice basic reactions.
This is slightly better than most defenses I've seen , especially for tall people like myself. But i'd estimate 7/10 you wont be able to get the guy on the ground as easily. HOWEVER , you will definitely throw him off balance and get HIM scared and confused. Once he's face is looking at the ground, run for your life! You can also kick him in the head and Run, You will probably get one or 2 cuts from him trying to swing overhead. But you wont feel it in the heat of the Battle, and CUTS are 100 TIMES better than stab wounds.
However you need to figure out 2 important things before deciding to defend yourself.
1, IS THE ATTACKER TRYING TO THREATEN ME AND ROB ME.
2, IS THE ATTACKER TRYING TO KILL ME
How do you determine this, as soon as the knife is visible, immediately say here's my wallet ,here take it. and my phone take it,' and throw your stuff in front of him and step back hands up . They will usually take the stuff and run. If you do that and the guy seems uninterested in the stuff on the floor , then you have a situation with a Kid whose most likely in a gang or Cult trying to Prove himself.
How to defend attackers 1&2.
1, The truth is These attackers don't really want to hurt you as that can lead to extreme jail time and use knives to scare you into handing over valuables.This is also the only time any Knife defense tactics have a chance of working. If your stuff isn't really valuable give it over, don't run but walk away.
2, If the attacker is trying to kill you , you will most likely get stabbed 2-5 times before you even know you've been stabbed. DONT GO TO GROUND, Try shake him off by throwing something in his face, Poking his eyeballs, Kicking his Testii region and RUN! RUN into a nearby building ,seek people and help. He will chase you until you enter a place with many people.
excellent - the main goal is to create an opportunity to escape - that's not taught often enough
From a woman's standpoint, i love all these videos. Anyone can do the techniques you are showing. I am always looking for better ways to show my friends how to defend themselves. Now I can just play your videos. Thank you and keep em coming.
Awesome video Nick, I wish you ran a self-defense course here in the U.K. would sign up for sure!
First self defensive tip is to never wear flip flops outside the beach. You limit your ability to kick or run effectively with flip flops.
# 1 Self - Defense Rule:
Be Aware.
# 2 Self - Defense Rule:
Don't allow any stranger in public or fringe areas to approach you too closely. If anyone blocks or tries to block.your path so you can't leave or escape..climb over his damn face to get away then get to a busy, noisy, populated place, then call someone on the phone for help.
# 3 Self - Defense Rule:
Stay in populated, noisy, busy areas that are well-lighted at night. Avoid dark, isolated, quiet routes where there are few to no people around.
# 4 Self - Defense Rule:
Do not allow yourself to be manipulated, controlled or talked out of doing something you say or have said, "NO!" to doing. Especially if the other person is trying to convince you to go along with saying, "Yes!" Even though you do not want to.
Anyone allowing any stranger to approach them closely to ask them a question is putting themselves into a very dangerous situation.
Better to stay 5-15 feet away from someone in public. In fringe areas, stay 15-25 feet away from the other person.
That way, your awareness keeps you safe and prevents them from choosing to physically attack you and be able to set you up to be attacked.
Yeah, that is a very smart suggestion or idea. Even myself, I get nervous or suspicious if a stranger gets too close to me...Some bad things could happen when that occurs. I think the best thing to do first and foremost is, do not let some stranger get too close to you.
I've had a fear of knives for a long time. This is exactly what I needed to see. I can't wait to see more of your videos!
Nick thanks for all you do buddy. I consistently recommend my students to watch your videos. Your direction and street mentality is on point. Its great to have my students to reinforce the principals from another source. If you're ever in the SF bay area, lunch and drinks are on me.
From where is this guy? With knife
the guy is a natural
If you are this average size guy with no combatives knowledge, alone &, unarmed facing a guy with like 60-80 lbs more muscle than you with a knife in hand demanding your money in broad daylight in a occupied public park just give him what you have- he is either desperate or totally gangster and what is in your wallet is most likely less than $100.
I've been stabbed 6 times I got nerve damage in both
leg, significant enough in my left leg that a nerve graft surgery was attempted, it was unsuccessful.
I ain't felt my left leg in 18 years and it has atrophied extensively over in that time
An attacker will not be lax like @4:00 and give up when his hand is parried/trapped, or when hit once in the face. He is going to stiffen up, pull his stabbing arm back, and push back into the defender as he stabs whatever he is able to hit. I would want to see this work if the attacker is aggressive. What you taught him is better than nothing, and he might get a lucky hit to drop the attacker. I think though, it might also give false confidence. What if the attacker does not drop after the first hit, and gets a few stabs in? What if the defender occupies the line by striking/ attempts to trap, misses the incoming stabbing angle, and the attacker connects with the stabs? What if you do strike/trap and back up, but the attacker rushes in again, and stabs/slashes at your limbs this time before getting close to stab the torso/face? The point is, the defender is committing to a high risk strategy by attacking/countering unarmed. You better have quick footwork to intercept and control the knife, or you're going to have to out run him. An important consideration was proven by Royce Gracie in the 90's during the first UFC matches. Even against trained strikers, Royce was able to shoot in, and was not knocked out. Now imagine an untrained striker vs a knife wielding aggressor coming in. The unarmed person is the underdog in the fight. If the attacker does not get knocked out first hit, or intercepted, he is going to come into trap/clinch range and stab. The risk is too high, and fighting against a knife attacker is all about reducing the risk of getting stabbed/slashed. Letting someone with a knife get that close to an unarmed you, is a terrible position. I think giving them your money is even a risk. The person has the audacity to hold a knife to another adult; you're at his mercy if he chooses to attack. Haganah contains a strategy which reduces risk when facing that scenario. First, carry yourself. Always be in a caution state of mind (Yellow code of awareness: in which one is relaxed with a non-specific alert. There is no immediate threat, but you are alert to any possibility.). If an attacker deploys his weapon within a couple feet, create distance by striking/throwing whatever is in your hands at him (short circuits his thinking) as you move back/or angle back (still facing the attacker), which provides a split second to deploy your own knife. Now at least you are even, and the probability of survival is higher. He will at least think before rushing in; he would get slashed/stabbed too. If you are blocked by an obstacle behind you, which does not allow you to retreat for deployment, then you've put yourself in terrible position...
yeah I know what you mean but lets face it.. you are only going to see that scenario if this was REAL and the guy stabbing had motivation to do it and this was full blown all out trying to kill the young fella. so you would only ever see that in a real fight.
of course with any of this it is going to be "all in fun" to a degree and the guy stabbing (can't remember his name) is probably going easy on the person they use in the video knowing his own skill level, but nick is trying to teach us basically what happens and how you can counter what might happen if someone approached you like this.. he is doing the best he can to show us that.
yeah in real life it probably would be over in seconds against that big guy unless you really learn what nick is trying to teach us to the best we can. not much else you can do.
I havent said yet but man this was a great idea for you to do these videos alot of people do cover this enough thanks keep it up
you should do A kids self defense
Good teaching man I always learn a lot from your videos:)
great video from a great teacher
any attacker with a knife will hit from stomach upwards, and not like muscle man in the video, approaching only his arm to victim's body, because that way he loses control over his movements and allows the victim to react like the video teacher. In fact, knife attackers like to attack body to body, because it's nearly impossible to stop them with bare hands. Legs are more useful in these situations. Front kicks will prevent you from get hurt in your torso and will give you a better chance to use your hands once the knife attack is momentarily annulled
Lol, as a martial artist, my techniques are similar and yet different. Imnot sure if your a martial artist, or just a retired soldier to cop etc, but you missed out on some important aspects, and other things that I would rather have people do. For example, I would say to someone to turn and around and pretend like your about to run, and as he closes in, because he will chase after you, land the back kick right in his chest. A demonstration would obviously be better, but I don't have that luxury. Engaging with him full on is OK,but it's not the best, if he is experienced than he will react quickly. Instead doing something short and simple to put maximum distance is the best way to go for knives.
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So what do you do if you are a woman with no muscle or fighting experience what so ever and your up against a guy with muscle? Scream?
best tip I heard, though not applicable here for self defence is frow all your loose change in his face, stamp on that knee/shin hard and fucking run !
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Cool videos... Can u make one video with a different weapon...
Is that in montreal? I recognize the bus.
If I watch these videos I will be able to defend and attack in the future as a United States Marine. Thanks Nick for these defenses. 👍
Hey nick whAt kind of helmet does your assistant put on?
is that Drillbit Taylor teaching some moves? looks like...
Frankly this should be titled how to deal with a knife-wielding mugger because outside of that there are really only two other scenarios involving a knife-wielder and an unarmed person and that is an escalated argument which can be solved with the appeasement portion of this vid.
The only other one is the other dude just wants you dead and isn't really something you can defend against because you won't know you're under attack until the knife is already in you.
How would you disarm the knife Nick? Wouldn't it be best to knee strike and break his arm once you trap it?
***** Thanks so much Nick. Yes, I tried disarming with my students, but I realized it is very hard to disarm when attackers are coming at full speed. You're right, better to trap and strike first, then disarm if you can.
Is that a real knife?
In this particular scenario, I'd tell the mugger his pants were ripped and run like hell when he looks down.
Some of this is good, but stuff like 2:57 makes no sense unless you're being attacked by a one armed mugger. And in that scenario you're screwed if he forgoes that limp stabbing in favor of running headlong at you and then slaps you in the face with his free hand and then stabbing you with the knife.
Could you do a video on someone is holding a knife on a loved one what best to do
This guy being attacked is unaware of what to do and so is the instructor. Unrealistic scenario. These guys definitely are criminal bait.
I was stabbed at the world series parade I didn't see it coming kill the I think I know how to defend and fight ego. It's real so really train to defend yourself
thanks!
In all seriousness I think the counter offense techniques would get you killed. If that guy really chose to stab you, those attacks would not have stopped him.
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Maybe next time you´ll record it not near the street...^^^^
good
The guy likes getting beat up lol
Vacille you ledge-end! You Rock!
the man with a knife had a hole in his jeans awesome girls.
a girl in another video actually ripped it open while bucking him too hard XD
HEY DUDE I LIKE YOUR PANTS
how to catch knife in our hand?
Fuking Awesome finally someone who know how this work
Congratulations
WASIL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
He should be a police officer :)
Ang hirap nmn intendihen
don't you ever try to fallow these knife defence instructions.ever!!!!!
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