Lesson One of the Self Defense Mini Clinic

Each lesson of this course includes videos of highly effective, street proven fighting moves that are easy to learn and simple to use.

Each installment will also include some seriously important fighting information that has taken 20 years of interviews and research with dozens of the world’s most notorious street fighters, bar bouncers, law enforcement officers, and soldiers to put together.

This stuff is solid gold. These lessons are boiled down from a 100 page book I wrote on how to fight and win. I’ve taken the most valuable life-saving lessons from it at put it into 5 short lessons.

You don’t want to miss any of this critical information.

Below is your first video, the other two videos are further down the page (my little trick to get you to read this stuff). The following technique is extremely simple and can be used by anyone with little practice.

*Note: Feel free to leave a comment at the bottom of the page. I enjoy the feedback and others may learn from your insights & thoughts. Enjoy.

Know When The Fight Is On:

Today’s lesson is meant to get you up to speed quickly. It includes the most important things you need to know to win a street fight.

The best way to win a fight is to recognize it before it has happened. Countless guys get taken out by some punk without even knowing they were in a fight (they either didn’t see it coming or didn’t want to believe they were in a fight). Don’t let this happen to you.

There are three ways to recognize a fight (other than someone punching you). There are non-verbal body language cues, verbal cues, and previous behavior (aka common sense).

Aside from getting hit there are 5 main non-verbal cues that you are about to be in a fight:

  1. The “Look Away:” During an argument the other guy suddenly looks away from you off to one side. An experienced street fighter and special ops soldier Jim West uses this cue all the time. He once told me, “If I’m in a confrontation with someone and they look to the side, it means they’re about to hit me – so I hit first.” It may seem odd but looking away is a very common, almost reflex like, reaction for many aggressors. So take Jim’s advice and hit first because if you don’t his haymaker will be sailing towards your temple.
  2. The “Finger Jab:” Someone poking you in the chest is also a big red flag. It’s a way that your opponent “tests the water” to see if you are an easy target. He’s building up his confidence and resolve, by violating your personal space. If you stand by and do nothing, it tells him, “the water’s fine… go ahead and attack this guy.” A poke in the chest, or any violation of your personal space at the initial stages of a confrontation should trigger some kind of immediate response from you.
  3. The “Shove:” Yet another classic example of violating your personal space, except this move is almost always immediately followed by a punch. You should expect very little time between the shove and the incoming blow, which of course means you need to act fast in this situation. People typically don’t push, then walk away.
  4. The “Target Gaze:” An opponent will naturally look at what he’s about to strike. Watch out for an adversary who changes his gaze from your eyes to your chin or some other obvious target. This is another one of those gifts from human nature, he can’t help but look where he is going to strike, so use that information to gain the upper hand.
  5. The “Chin Drop:” Another involuntary move that should prompt you into a decision is seeing your opponent drop his chin. This is a fairly consistent, and subconscious act of protecting the neck, it almost always means trouble.

Verbal Cues:

  1. The Threat: “I’m gonna zyx@%# you up!” This may seem so obvious that it’s not worth mentioning. And I wouldn’t mention it if my research didn’t show that MOST inexperienced fighters do nothing in the face of serious verbal threats. They often stand by and take NO action.
  2. The “Sudden Silent Treatment:” If your opponent has been talking, talking, and talking, then suddenly becomes quiet, it means he’s entered into an internal dialog on what he’s about to do to you. As FightFast instructor Demi Barbitos says: “Fighters don’t talk and swing at the same time.” In other words he is probably about to hit you.

Previous Behavior:

This one is painfully simple. If you are around someone who is known to be violent it’s pretty likely they may start a fight. Don’t play with fire. Also intoxicated men are trouble, intoxicated men with women around are even more trouble. If you get into an argument or scuffle with a drunk guy and his girlfriend or other women are around he is very likely to fight.

I’ve worked with almost a dozen bar bouncers from some of the roughest bars and nightclubs and they all know that saving face is one of the biggest causes of fights. In other words if you somehow manage to bump into, slight, or irritate a drunk guy or his girlfriend a fight is pretty likely, so be ready for it.

Now that you know how to recognize a fight before it happens I’ve got another fight move for you. This one is from professional fighter and notorious “cooler” Mike Serr. Go ahead and watch the video before moving onto the next section.

Dealing with Fear:

When it comes to fighting and learning how to fight fear is the 800 lb. gorilla in the room. Everybody knows it’s there but nobody want to talk about it.

Well like it or not I’m going to talk about it. After 20 years of working with Special Ops soldiers, SWAT cops, Cage-Fighters, Ex-Gang Enforcers, and bar bouncers, I’ve learned that all of them feel fear before a fight.

Wow, what a shocker. Fear is normal and healthy. The thing is none of these guys are scared, because they have learned to deal with that fear and make it work for them.

They have learned to harness that adrenaline dump and make it work for them, not against them.

The average guy on the street, when confronted with a life threatening fight will quickly realize the danger and the voice inside his mind will start talking a mile a minute, “Why is this happening to me? Am I going to die? What did I do to piss him off? Should I run? Should I stay and fight?” and on and on.

Letting this internal dialogue turn your fear into panic will get you hurt. Instead you have to use that fear and adrenaline to help you identify targets and take action.

The first step is to control your breathing. Slowing the pace of your breaths (inhale deeply and exhale slowly) sends a direct message to your brain that calms you down, lowers your heart rate, and lowers your blood pressure.

The next step is target awareness described below. But before we get to that here’s another video for you.

Target Awareness:

Once you know a fight is eminent you need to look for open targets to strike. To do this you must be aware of certain “high value” targets on the human body, so that when they are exposed or unprotected you know when and how to strike them for maximum damage.

Target awareness is a continuous process because as an attacker moves closer or further away from you the targets you can strike change. Below is an example of what your internal dialogue should be like once you realize a fight is coming:

“He’s approaching me — is he in range?”…
“Is there anything in his hands?”…
“What targets are open?”…
“Are there any friends around?”…
“Now… what targets are open?”…
“Is anyone behind me?”…
“What targets are open now?”…

Finally you need some basic info about what targets to strike and why, some are common sense some may surprise you:

Neck: the side of the neck is a “knock out” area. The good news is that the shoulder and head offer a natural “funnel” that’ll guide your hand directly into his neck – which means it’s a “high percentage” shot. People rarely protect their neck properly so even a poorly executed shot can often mean instant knock out.

Groin: believe it or not, research shows that most guys do NOT protect their groin. They are so “indoctrinated” with the idea that they’ll be punched in the face that they leave themselves wide open for one of the most devastating strikes. So forget about focusing so much on getting in that right hook to the head, (which he’ll be expecting), and start looking for an OPEN target.

Inside knee: very vulnerable. One good kick to the inside of the knee can end a fight instantly.

Outside thigh: a favorite target of Muay Thai fighters is the nerve running down the outside of your leg. Even a well conditioned fighter can’t stand more than a couple good shin kicks to this nerve before buckling.

Eyes: Striking the eyes is a great distraction technique. They are the main sense used during a fight, take them away for even a second and you have gained a huge advantage. An eye strike causes a person to blink involuntarily, and if scratched the eyes will water blurring vision.

There are many more targets these are just a few to get you thinking like a fighter.

Keep your eyes peeled for more free videos, in the next lesson I’ll take you inside the world of a real street fight. This is something most guys have no idea about, thanks to myths and misconceptions that often get guys hurt or killed.

Knowing what a real fight is actually like is a huge advantage.

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2,694 thoughts on “Lesson One of the Self Defense Mini Clinic”

  2. Great advice. As an elderly person of 70 years, this can really help me if I am ever attacked. I am sure any attacker would view me as an “Easy” target but once I study your videos even further, I am sure I can really surprise and thug on the street. Thank you for your cogent advice.

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  3. Self defence for disabled people does not seem to be available. With a disability in my left leg, damaged nerves and l live with chronic pain. Also I severed my middle right tendon and it has been weakened. Hence I feel vulnerable. So this helps me in case I am attacked. Thank you for setting this up. For disabled people this can help. Gracias amigo. Nigel

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  4. Bob,

    I have to say the system you have put together here is incredible. I have been studying various martial arts systems over the last 30 years and bounced for a bit back home in NY. I am very familiar with many of the techniques in the videos I purchased from you. However, I have learned that some moves I was taught were not taught quite correctly. The subtle changes I saw from your videos made my, already nasy moves, even nastier. Hoping to open my own self defence school in the future.

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  10. I’ve seen this move used before effectively. I’ve also been to close to a M-80 and remember being stunned after it went off. Similar response to the ear slap.

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  11. I enjoyed the insights and new knowledge which you presented in both your talks and videos and am looking forward to the next ones. Thanks for presenting this

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  13. let me start with a little background, began martial arts study at age 10 with Judo by the time I joined the U.S.M.C. at age 18 I held 3 black belts. Trained with the 2nd mar div hand to hand instructors for 6 years. Continued in the arts for many years after.
    The importance of the slap is well known to me and in fact I have conditioned my hands for it. You can believe that the slap works far better than anyone thinks. The Finger magic was new to me however, and is very valuable knowledge, Thank you.
    The lethal throat strike is also known to me, I must admit some surprise you are teaching it on day one, when there is a nonlethal version that is very effective. However it is extremely effective no mistake. All in all good solid no nonsense training, looking forward to day 2!

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  14. thanks once again great stuff did karate for a number of years got to brown belt but nothing really to help in a street fight as you say when the fear factor kicks in cant think of anything so thanks again always look forward to your post mike

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  15. Thanks for this offer I studied Tu Kong for a while. I’m always open to new techniques in the art of defending your self. I’m also an ex cop so I will certainly enjoy this thanks again.

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  16. Very articulate,detailed, and precise information. I am old now an have my own health issues. However, these finger manipulations, hand movements if applied correctly will actually work. I have never been one to start trouble,go looking for it, or invite it, although I think we should all know how to defend ourselves. Which that gets harder and a struggle to do each and every passing year until we are unable to and dependent on others for our safety,security, and defense. Thankfully for programs like this that teaches simple basic self defense tools one can use.

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  17. I have a certain stride, walk, demeanor and because of it nobody usually messes with me and because of it, I haven’t been in a fight for over twenty years so I am a little rusty…..your videos were very informitive and I will definitely use them when n

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  21. Being a Paraplegic – I see these Techniques to be very vita to know and to be able to use. As anyone Physically Challenged is always open for an attack while entering or exiting your vehicle. Thank You for sharing these wonderful Techniques.

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  22. I am 82 years old and I usually stay away from Confrontation situation but thank just the same for the short intro.

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  23. Thanks for the advice. As an older lady I feel a little safer about defending myself. Am anxious to study this more.

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  24. Great information! I live alone in a bad neighborhood and will feel a-lot safer knowing these moves!

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  27. This is great information if everyone would acknowledge this kind of input they just might have enough balls to leave their guns at home and fight like the good old days.
    Thanks.

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  31. I recently became disabled from back surgeries. I have bounced at bars and do know a few things that I’m teaching my sons. But the more I learn from the pros the better. That’s what I need is something to take them down fast.I can’t dance around and play!Down n out!

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  32. Very good information for the not so good fighters. I have been fighting for 35 + years and you do have some very good information. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

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  34. informative and enlightening as always. I’ve never been disappointed in any of the free lesson’s, or any of the 1o or 12 titles or other merchandise I’ve bought from y’all . you guy’s rock .

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  39. Greatly App. the Opp. to be in the company of such mentally & physically strong men & women. The kind of company a registered Army of One needed to know were always close by. Thanks again much! MM

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  43. I am very interested on learning your instructions on control fighting. I think it’d would help me to protect my love ones when deadly force issue not needed.

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  44. Is there any training to instigate the initial fear reaction in order to practice the self-control and preparation needed to engage survival action?

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  47. Thanks a lot, the world can be a scary place for a woman alone with two daughters.
    We are all armed and aware at all times. We carry when outside and always have easy access to weapons at home. You can’t be too prepared or ever know too much self defense.
    We all appreciate your videos. No one is ever taking us to the second location. We stand our ground and if it’s going down it’s happening exactly where we are.
    All the best to your team!
    Michelle

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  48. This was awesome information to learn about. You never know when you have to protect yourself from any form of danger. It is nice to have a few technical skills that could save you

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  49. Finally someone who didn’t listen to or be convinced by some director or egotistical publicist when they said you need to fill X number of more minutes or you need to write X number of more pages because they say it sells better! Great techniques, awesome that it is stripped down of any fluff and goes straight to the maneuvers, with short, direct- yet fully explained instructions, and nice short repeats that’s not overkill. Thank you

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  50. Seriously liking the explanations and demonstrations. I watched the first film and plan on the rest when I am awake. I have always wanted to improve my capabilities when dealing with the young, dumb, and full of something characters we all occasionally run into if we go out once in a while. Thank you for the tips.

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