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Intuition - Your First Line of Self-Defense

A Women's Intuition - Your First Line of Self-Defense "Actual danger is not necessary to justify the use of deadly force in self-defense. If one is confronted by the appearance of danger which one believes, and a reasonable person in the same position would believe, would result in death or great bodily injury, one may act upon those circumstances. The right of self-defense is the same whether the danger is real or merely apparent."- People v. Minifie (1996) 13 Cal.4th 1055, 1068 The clearest signal one can have of potential danger from another person is their behavior. What they do, how they appear when doing it, and where do you fit into their actions? Being able to recognize danger signals is the first and finest strategy for staying safe. Predators often use their behavior to check potential prey reactions, Passive response? [check] Ignored my advance? [check] Complied with coercive ploy? [check]... and response is the leading indicator of your vulnerability to attack...

The Dojoproshop: Shotokan Karate

The Dojoproshop: Shotokan Karate

Shotokan Karate

Shotokan Karate is one of the most popular of the modern styles. It is the most powerful and dynamic of the Japanese systems. Shotokan Karate is known for its powerful and effective techniques. Our viewpoint is quality over quantity. Though we tend to have a smaller number of techniques than other martial arts styles, our focus is the perfection of our techniques. The emphasis is on mastering a few applications through repetition of fundamentals as opposed to superficial knowledge of many. The Shotokan core focuses in doing what works, not what looks pretty. The jumping and spinning of other flashier styles looks great in the movies but is not effective self defense. Repetition becomes reflex. We do large movements many times so that they become automatic. Only after achieving technical perfection are speed and power applied. Karate Training is comprised of the three points: Kihon, Kata and Kumite. Kihon: (Basics) Karate is built upon a strong foundation of basic moves that include spe...

KEY POINTS in SECURITY and SELF-DEFENSE

KEY POINTS in SECURITY and SELF-DEFENSE Awareness of your environment is the first step toward personal safety 1. If at all possible, never let the perpetrator / attacker choose the place of engagement 2. Use the environment (or anything) as a weapon. 3. Use Physiological Weapons Environmental Weapons: * Fire extinguisher, fire hydrant, chairs, benches, trees, furniture, comb, hair brush, lamp, phone, back-pack, purse car antennae, windshield wiper, belt, pen, pencil, books, coffee, doors, walls, corners, counters, cars, bicycle, sun light, dirt/sand, shopping cart, wallet – Money, $$$. Personal weapons: * Your brain (your mind), hands, fists, fingers, elbows, knees, feet and authoritative voice. Targets: * Primary targets: Eyes & groin ( e.g. pepper spray for the eyes ) * Secondary targets: shin, instep, nose, edges of ribs, solarplex & neck Always follow the NEVER Rules: "NEVER" 1. Allow yourself to be tied up 2. Cooperate – i.e. good to ...

Self Defense for Women

Self Defense for Women Key Points AWARENESS & AVOIDANCE Being "switched on" to your surroundings and being aware of your situation is one of the most important factors of your personal safety. We will teach you easy to understand techniques of awareness & avoidance. BODY LANGUAGE Observing someone's mannerisms - how they stand, how they are using their hands, facial expressions and gestures - can tell you a lot about a person's intentions. We will teach you how to recognize these signs so you can be one step ahead. VOICE CONTROL The effect of an assertive voice is often widely overlooked in the tuition of self-defence. Yet in certain circumstances this technique can be as effective as striking someone. We will teach you how to use your voice assertively in applicable situations. FEAR Fear can stop someone in their tracks, with potentially disastrous results, when everything they have learned drains from memory as the effects of a huge adrenalin surge takes ove...

California Youth Karate Club

THE DOJO PROSHOP welcomes the CYKC to the COACHELLA VALLEY. C.Y.K.C MISSION IS TO "Leading today's youth toward a better path for tomorrow" All the best to you! Sensei Kurt cykc@dojoproshop.com

Karate Training

There are three parts of karate training: Kihon (basics), Kata (forms), and Kumite (sparring). Kihon (basics) Karate is built upon a strong foundation of basic moves that include specific stances, punches, blocks, and kicks. Proper body alignment and movement are emphasized, as are concentration and focus. During the practice of basics, students learn stability, balance, proper technique, and the principles of body contraction and relaxation. Basics are practiced during every training session by every level of karateka (karate student) Kata (Forms) Kata, the formal movements of karate, are its very essence. They are sequences of movements which simulate attacks and defenses against a number of imaginary enemies. Katas contain all the basic techniques and stances, which are necessary to attain rhythm and coordination. Each kata begins with a block to emphasize the use of karate strictly for self-defense. They can be roughly divided into two types: those which emphasize muscle strength...