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. These can be very devastating moves with little practice. Can’t wait for the rest. Thanks

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  4. I love the training however it would be cool to have some training for the disabled.I am dhandicapped with MS and in a wheelchair.I can’t walk but my upper body is strong

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  5. 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

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  6. Always cool to see different techniques and moves I know how to basic my break someone’s finger but the finger magic was pretty amazing I enjoyed watching this

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  7. These first 3 videos have been extremely interesting and very helpful. I learned a lot of self defense moves that I never knew of.

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  9. Great lessons, especially the Finger Magic!!! I am a direct student of Professor Tony Maynard, founder of America Combat Ju-Jitsu, who is a direct student of the late Wally Jay The founding father of Small Circle. As a student of CQB I am impressed with the lessons, very similar to what we teach. Not surprising since it works !!!! Anyway just wanted to say keep it up and possibly look up Professor Maynard he is the Real Deal , DOD Hand to Hand Combat Instructor, and mutilple Black Belts !!!

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  13. Thanks a lot guys. Very interesting .This really helps the common joe. I’M from South Africa.Wish you were closer to where I stay

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  14. Interesting technique and looks very effective. However, I’m 69, healthy and mobile. Am wondering if “old guys” are using this fighting technique effectively.

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  16. I hve already seen thease videos!,
    I don’t feel or think you hve gave me anything for free or just to me as a gift as I can see these videos on UTUBE.
    I’m not being DISSRESPECTFUL at all I’m just looking forward to seeing something I e not already seen.
    Kind Regards, Amair Temperance.

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  28. great instructions and the one good thing I noticed is that you don’t have to be in great shape to use the techniques presented….you just have to practice….

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  31. VERY VERY IMPRESSIVE COMBAT LESSONS . I LOOK FORWARD TO RECEIVE SUCH LESSONS AND PRACTICE WHAT YOU DEMONSTRATE . I notice that in fighting, one has to be pretty fast in order to administer “Magic Hand ” to the attacker. I want to learn those 7 simple moves from the DVD’s as soon as I order them.
    THANK YOU IN ADVANCE

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  32. I’m a vetran of the Florida Army National Guard and United States Army. I have an infantry blue chord (11B10!) I’ve trained in martial arts for 42 years, lately American Kenpo. I’ve heard of Paul Vanuk before. I learn new tricks watching these videos. These are simple, fast, and effective strikes and techniques. I’m impressed and love learning dirty secrets, even though I am a black belt since the mid 1980’s.

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  34. Hi there, many thanks for this first lesson. I’m John from the United Kingdom
    Ok well, I have trained in many styles of martial arts since I was 18 years old, including military combat.
    This first lesson is a great starter for those who have no experiance in the arts or tactical defence. I have no doubt it is a devistating shot if applied correctly.
    Of course having correct stance and balance will help deliver most striking techniques effectively. Not giving away your intention to strike maintaining your space, if possible. I call it the thought position – non aggressive. Example, left hand under your chin (like you are thinking) right hand supporting left elbow, left side on your aggressor. If that makes sense? 🙂

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  35. Those are great skills to know,thank you..I’ve only been in two fights in my whole life which I didn’t instigate…I was fortunate enough to end it fast enough to get to safety.my first shot landed on the side of his face and then I put me foot in his groin.he went down instantly…sure,that was dirty but I’m not a big guy and I have to survive.the funny thing is that dude is one of my best friends now.

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  36. Hi my name is idris McClam I am a am Shodan Black Belt of the Go-Shi-Shun KARATE Instructor under my Shadoshi Grandmaster Wilson 10 th Degree of the Go-Shi-Shun KARATE School IMPERIAL HEADQUARTERSDOJO 142 TREMONT AVENUE EAST ORANGE NEW JERSEY. I have ben praticesing Traditional Japanese KARATE for 17 years. I had my Black Belt Traditionally for 7years since the 30th of June 2011.I also have been practicing Traditional Japanese KARATE since May 12th 2001. I appreciate what you have a lot to demonstrate how to protect my self in a Street fight.

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  37. I have no words to express my thanks for you, accept I use to thank you normal words and keep learning from you till I feel enough

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  38. I am 66years old but still enjoy hiking. unfortunately due to an overtaxed and under resourced police force local thugs and junkies have started targeting hikers. These attacks are occurring in broad daylight at popular tourist venues and hikes such as the Table Mountain national park. In many of the cases the muggers have been found to be under serious narcotics and have very high pain thresholds. I am very interested in receiving your free dvd on the Krav nagra self defence dvd. I am sure that the advertised $3.95 cannot be relevant outside the USA. Please advise if I can obtain the DVD and the Stinger 8 throwing knife and what the shipping and handling cost will be to Cape Town South Africa. I DO NOT WANT to go all Rambo but I do want to try to increace my survival chances when I am attacked.

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  40. This is very helpful and these videos with training, will give me the ability to avoid a fight but also make me to fight.
    I’m glad that I’ve found this. I’m to old to be street fighting but I’ll be better equipped if I need.
    Thank you.

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  44. Thank you for the information. Funny thing is I’ve already got the skills and mindset to take down my oppressor and overtake the challenge that sets before me. I have been teaching these same lessons to my son and his friends because they are lessons to be successful in daily life. No fear but use it as a tool and always be aware and you will know what to do at readiness exactly what you are supposed to so you will be the one standing when the fight is over.

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  45. Any weapons useful, awareness starting to strike high targeted spots; priceless. Good knowledge in the correct hands finger magic. Thanks!

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  49. Yep studying a form of self defence, boxing, jujitsu, karate etc.is a must, it should be a class at school. There would be a lot less bullying in the school grounds. I to achieved my black belt..I’m from Australia studied CHITO-RYU KARATE. Karate means open hand for ones that had on knowledge of so… I grew up on the streets at the age of 11years. I didn’t have a child hood. Throughout the earlier year’s of my teens i had no choice but to assemble myself for that life style (street fighting). And to grow up quickly, meaning soaking up everything like a sponge teaching my self how not to be killed real street fighting is the same as in jail ..HARD AND FAST.. I became a tattoo artist open up a studio at the age of 20years and got addicted to karate I’m now 50 years old throughout the year’s I taught others to use the opponent to their advantage with street smart tactics.. i still do..now at anytime never walk past or walk around a street corner were you have no visibility on the in side, walk wide. You allow yourself to be prepared if someone thinks that your a easy target…smarten up ya own street smarts like the basic one I explained these tactics that have been offered to you will allow your strategy prepared control. by the way bravo for taking the time and offering your knowledge to help others.. cheers bro… ya do well.

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  50. Woah. Fear is vanishing as ideas are pouring in
    Like soft clean drinking water.love the steps.oops Cong men.

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