When facing an assault, everything happens in a matter of seconds. Adrenaline surges, the heart rate increases, and fear or anger suddenly take over. Yet under French law, self-defense is not based on instinct but on precise legal criteria. In these critical moments, the ability to control one’s emotions can make the difference between a defense recognized by the courts and a criminal conviction. The Legal Framework of Self-Defense In France, self-defense is governed by Article 122-5 of the...

Instinctive Krav Maga Instructor Course Passing on realistic, instinctive self-defense adapted to real-world violence In a world where insecurity and aggression are taking increasingly unpredictable forms, simply accumulating martial techniques is no longer enough. Modern self-defense requires a pragmatic, realistic, and deeply human approach. It is from this vision that the Instinctive Krav Maga Instructor Training, offered by Instinctive Krav Maga, was created. This training program is not...

Very often, I face a reality: my students’ “fear” of failing a test, an instructor training session, an exercise, etc. Generally, we often have the impression that learning means succeeding on the first try , never making mistakes, and mastering everything perfectly. Yet, reality is quite different. Whether you are a student, a professional, or an athlete, mistakes are inevitable . And yet, they are exactly what drives progress. In fact, that’s what happened to me while writing this article!...