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Common Objects for Self-Defense Common Objects for Self-Defense or Turning the Ordinary into a Resource: The Importance of Identifying and Using Everyday Objects in the Event of Physical Assault In the collective imagination, personal defense often relies on physical strength, spectacular martial techniques, or the use of specific weapons. However, the reality of an assault is very different. An attack rarely happens in a dojo, with a known, predictable, benevolent opponent u

Distances sociales et sécurité personnelle. Social Distances and Personal Safety In contemporary societies, marked by high urban density and an increasing number of daily interactions, the issue of interpersonal safety has become central, and social distances and personal safety are closely linked. Assaults, whether physical or verbal, are a major concern for both individuals and public authorities. In this context, the concept of social distance, notably developed by Edward

Vigilance: Your First Line of Defense Before an Attack Vigilance: Your First Line of Defense Before an Attack Krav Maga is often imagined as a series of violent techniques: strikes, disarms, throws. But at Instinctive Krav Maga, we teach a fundamental truth: the best defense is the one you never have to use. Vigilance: Your First Line of Defense Before an Attack. Why? Because 90% of your safety depends on your ability to anticipate. Before a physical confrontation erupts, the

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 Artic

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 trainin

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 writ

Instinctive Krav Maga on wheelchair Sophie during the class Here is Sophie's story from Instinctive Krav Maga La Ferte Bernard: "My...

Here is real life story of a father, who is also an instructor of Instinctive Krav Maga in the Lyon area. His daughter is one of his...

« J’ai reçu douze coups de couteau à la gorge et dans le thorax. La lame s’est cassée et elle est restée fichée dans mon cou », raconte T. B

Improving Skills in Training with the Example of Claire, Who Now Strikes Powerful Knee kick Coup de genou aux parties génitales Quick...