Self-Defense: Steps to Success
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| Rating | : | 4.77 (685 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0880114304 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 160 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Each step (chapter) explains why the concept or skill is important, identifies the keys to correct technique, helps readers correct common errors, explains how to practise each skill in realistic ways, lists specific performance goals for each drill, gives a summary checklist for evaluating proper technique, and lets readers proceed at their own pace. It uses a unique progression of skills - the steps to success - to help readers develop greater awareness and vigilance, sharpen observational and judgement skills, learn communication techniques to defuse potentially volatile situations, and acquire competency in physical self-defence tactics for use when preventive measures fail. In addition, readers will learn the key concept of the "continuum of response," which includes everything from avoidance techniques and verbal and psychological de-escalation skills to self-defence manoeuvres. This book is excellent as a course text or as a self-instruction guide. Each of the 14 steps featured in Self-Defence: Steps to Success provides a solid foundation of basic skills and concepts. As readers progress, they will learn how to apply these basic skills to defend against common unarmed attacks. And for times when physical defence is deemed necessary, Self-Defence: Steps to Success details defensive techniques designed to neutr
Joseph J. Truncale said A good basic guide to self-defense in a step-by-step format.. As a lifetime student of the martial arts of karate, jujitsu, judo, krav maga and other combat systems, I found this book to be an excellent guide in setting up a practical self-defense course. The organization of the material makes this instructional text unique. This book breaks down the learning of the material into easy to follow steps. The four sections include the following: The first section covers the three A's of personal safety which include awareness, assessment and action. The second section deals with neutra. "Great as a template for teaching self defense" according to Gerald Harris. Although the Karate influence on this book is hard to miss it is still an excellent template to how self defense should be taught. If you are an instructor you can use this book as a template to helping you design your lesson plans. If you don't like a given technique then insert one that you do like following the author's method and you will be surprised at the outcome. The method of instruction and reinforcement that the author utilizes will work for any introductory self-defense course. I've read this book 100+ times . Complete Self Defense Course Curriculum This book is oriented to teachers of a women's self defense course. It contains class activities, drills, standards for sucess in each technique, descriptions for performing the techniques, and safety techniques. I find this book extremely helpful for any one teaching a self-defense course. I refer to this book frequently. I am a law enforcement self defense instructor and a 1st degree black belt in judo.