You want to know some of my favorite martial arts techniques? There are so many, but I tend to focus on the practical stuff. I’m all about self-defense. Sure, those jump spinning kicks look great, but I’ve never needed them during a fight. And, honestly, I can’t picture myself using them when I’m seventy. By then, I’ll probably have a reason to use the cane I keep hanging by the front door.

Here are a few techniques anyone can learn:

 

Note: As with every technique I post, 1) you need to practice with a willing adult participant, 2) I don’t endorse any of the sites or teachers, and 3) you need to be aware of and know the self-defense laws in your state. The purpose of these posts is to provide you with information about techniques I would use in certain situations. If you really want to become an expert in self-defense, then you need to find a dojang or dojo. If you have questions about how to identify a good dojang or dojo, post your questions in the comments.

What are you waiting for? Get a training partner. Oh, and leave a comment about how your self-defense training is shaping up.

Dez