Summary of The Self-Defense Handbook

The Self-Defense Handbook by members of the International Combat Martial Arts Unions (ICMAU) is a comprehensive guide to basic self-defense skills. It covers a wide range of techniques, strategies and tactical principles that can help people avoid or minimize danger when faced with a physical confrontation. Topics discussed include physical and mental preparation, awareness of your environment, effective striking and grappling techniques, dealing with multiple assailants, escaping from holds and chokeholds, defending yourself while on the ground, using improvised weapons, finding and manipulating weak points on an attacker, and maintaining an advantageous position. Additionally, the book provides insights on the legal implications of self-defense situations, and advice on how to avoid potentially dangerous situations in the first place. The Self-Defense Handbook provides practical guidance for developing self-defense skills, as well as a comprehensive introduction to martial arts techniques.