After you learn all the wrist releases when your attacker is directly in front of you, next you need to perform the same escapes when the attacker is grabbing your wrist but is off to the side. A very subtle but important detail is to turn towards your attacker before doing any of the wrist releases. This detail is often…
This video reminds you of the importance of twisting your hips while doing this release. This way the escape is stronger and will still work on a larger attacker. The video shows the correct foot positioning in order to twist your hips while maintaining good balance. In addition, it shows the correct arm direction for the release so you don’t…
This video addresses four common mistakes while doing this particular wrist release and why they are important to avoid. Especially, when you attempt this escape on a stronger attacker. Transcript: “Hello, this is the beautiful Glenda. I’m just Randall. KravMagaTraining.com. What we’re going to discuss with this particular video is common mistakes to avoid when someone is grabbing you with…
Once you “circle down” to escape this wrist grab, it leaves you with your hands down and vulnerable to a potential secondary attack from the assailant. This video reminds you of the importance of finishing every type of wrist release in a Tactical Stance so you’re better prepared to protect yourself in case the situation escalates. This video demonstrates a…
Wrist Release – Two Hands Held Down from the Front – Circle Up – Using Attacker’s Momentum Variation
In this situation, the “circle up” escape works on most people. However, if your attacker is much bigger and stronger than you, you will need to use your attacker’s momentum to make this wrist release work. This video explains how to use your attacker’s momentum by using one simple trick. Transcript: “Hi, this is Randall and Glenda with KravMagaTraining.com. In…
The most common beginner mistake with this Wrist Release is not using the elbow properly. This video explains two details to using your elbow properly and why it’s important if you want the release to work on someone who is larger and stronger than you. Transcript: “Hi. This is Randall. This is Glenda. We’re with KravMagaTraining.com. And in this video…
This video covers the following: 1. Reasons why Switch Kicks are taught in Krav Maga. 2. How Switch Kicks compare to similar movements with boxing or punching. 3. Training and sparring tips for Switch Kicks. Transcript: “This is Randall with KravMagaTraining.com. In this video we’re going to cover some, a few tips to help you out with your switch kicks.…
The “Superman” Punch is not part of the Krav Maga curriculum but we do teach it in our Fight classes because it’s a useful technique to use in sparring. This video teaches you how to perform the Superman Punch and the common mistakes to avoid. It also will show you how to set it up and when to use it…
One of the more challenging Level 1 combatives to learn is the Straight Punch with Retreat Step. The most difficult component to this punch is having proper timing with the feet and hands. This video explains the details to proper timing and training tips to help perform the timing correctly. Transcript: “This is Randall with KravMagaTraining.com. And in this video…