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Understanding vulnerable targets

By Vinz Low - Last updated: Monday, March 28, 2011

Unlike sporting tournaments, self defense emphasis heavily on attacks to vulnerable points of the body. This is to cause maximum distress to the aggressor in order to buy sufficient time for an escape or to neutralize the threat completely. Note that any moves described are all fatal and should be practiced upon guidance/controlled environment from a qualified instructor. Some of… Read more…

Strike and mean it

By Vinz Low - Last updated: Saturday, January 29, 2011

In cases of self defense or in training, once you have committed to making a strike, I notice that many do not put their mind into the “connection” to the strikes. By “connection”, I refer to the mind-body engagement as well as the manner in which the moves flow from the preceding strikes. How the mind perceives the strike from… Read more…

Personal Protection Concepts II

By Vinz Low - Last updated: Saturday, January 22, 2011

Basic Notion of Self Defense – Walk away The primary objective of self defense is not to prove that your technique is able to overpower the assailant(s). If possible, the best defense is always to walk away from any potential confrontation with the threat. It is probably not worth risking your life for your wallet. Corresponding Respond Likewise, the response… Read more…

Personal Protection Introductory Concepts

By Vinz Low - Last updated: Saturday, January 15, 2011

The typical thought processes when one is confronted with a threat usually are highlighted in the acronym RAA. Recognise the threat – identify the impending/potential threat. If possible, before the potential threat manifest itself; seek ways to avoid it in the first place. Always be aware of the environment, paying attention to the people and the things that we are… Read more…