Sometimes a child needs to fight back against an attacker. Learn how kids can defend against attackers in this free self-defense video from a 4th degree black belt.
Children can use the middle knuckle to strike the back of an attacker's hand. Learn how kids can defend against attackers hugging them from behind in this free self-defense video from a 4th degree black belt.
Attacking the forearm right below the elbow will help defend a child against being choked. Learn how kids can defend against attackers attempting to choke them in this free self-defense video from a 4th degree black belt.
If a child has both of their wrists grabbed, they can attack with a hammer fist. Learn how kids can defend against attackers grabbing both of their wrists in this free self-defense video from a 4th degree black belt.
Striking the leg above the ankle bone is a great defense for a child who is being grabbed from the front. Learn how kids can defend against attackers grabbing them up front in this free self-defense video from a 4th degree black belt.
Use the side of a foot to strike above a perpetrator's ankle bone. Learn how kids can defend against attackers grabbing from behind in this free self-defense video from a 4th degree black belt.
Getting out of the way is the best defense against a hook punch. Learn how kids can defend against attackers trying to hook punch them in this free self-defense video from a 4th degree black belt.
A strike to the top of the head is best defended by moving and deflecting the bulk of an attacker's energy. Learn how kids can defend against attackers striking from overhead in this free self-defense video from a 4th degree black belt.
Both hands used as hammer fists can defend a child against a perpetrator grabbing their shirt. Learn how kids can defend against attackers grabbing their shirt in this free self-defense video from a 4th degree black belt.
Hitting an attacker's forearm with a fist like a hammer is a good defense for a child. Learn how kids can defend against attackers grabbing their wrist in this free self-defense video from a 4th degree black belt.
Use the hands or a side step to deflect a straight punch. Learn how kids can defend against attackers trying to punch them in this free self-defense video from a 4th degree black belt.
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Summary: Self-defense is a system of combat techniques used to prevent another person causing harm to your person or property. There are many forms of self defense including women's self defense, karate, judo, jujutsu, tae kwon do, and other forms of martial arts. Some forms of self defense teach non-violent techniques like verbally de-escalating confrontations in order to avoid the use of force, but most utilize strikes, throws, locks, punches, kicks, elbows, and other close combat attacks.
When it comes to a child's self-defense, every parent wants to make sure that their kids are well-equipped to avoid dangerous confrontations and defuse any invasion of their personal space. In this free video series, a 4th degree black belt will illustrate how parents can teach their children to defend themselves with a number of strikes and attacks. A child will learn how to strike against grabs, punches, and choking attempts, as well as a number of other threats. With these tips and defense techniques, every parent will be able to convey to their children ways that they can prevent and avoid danger with their own attacks and strikes.
Expert: Teresa has a 4th degree black belt and is an inductee into the U.S. Martial Arts Hall of Fame. Teresa oversees one of the largest kids Aikido groups in the United States. She has been practicing Aikido for 20 years.
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