At some point in your life, you will find yourself defending yourself from one or more opponents. In a fight, there are no rules or kindnesses; if you find yourself in this situation, you must do everything possible to defend yourself and prevent them from hurting you. Keep in mind that violence is illegal but defending yourself is not, so remember that the purpose is to defend yourself in order to get out of it unscathed.
Steps
Method 1 of 9: Fight Against Only One Opponent
Step 1. Walk or run away and hide if possible
The best thing is not to have to collide with the attacker.
Step 2. Learn to defend yourself
It is important to know how to defend yourself, in case you cannot run away and must act to protect yourself. Be aware that even the rules of martial arts may not help you: often even those with black belts have been seriously injured after an unregulated brawl.
Step 3. Try to talk to the attacker to avoid confrontation
Step 4. Try to stay calm
The calmer you are, the more you will be able to find the right time to escape.
Step 5. Remember that the idea that size does not represent strength is a myth
Size unfortunately matters. Don't fool yourself into thinking you can beat a guy twice as big as you just because you know martial arts.
Method 2 of 9: Fighting Multiple Opponents
For more details, read: How to defend yourself in school brawls and How to fight multiple opponents.
Step 1. As mentioned in the case of only one opponent, try to walk or run away and stay calm
Step 2. Try not to make the situation worse by insulting, threatening or provoking the attackers
Even one word too many could cause them to get angry and attack you immediately.
Step 3. If possible, try to find out why they want to attack you
But remember: don't ask too many questions that could irritate them more by attacking you mercilessly.
Step 4. If you are not a good fighter, stand with your back to the wall to avoid being encircled and fight left and right, instead of having to fight them as a group
Method 3 of 9: Respond to an Attacker
For more details, read: How to avoid being beaten by a bully.
Step 1. Learn certain techniques that can help you
You can use the following techniques for self defense:
- Try to hit the attacker in the ribs. Contrary to what people say, it can really hurt.
- The best place to hit is the solar plexus. Or hit under the nose. Do not aim for the eye sockets, it is a very sturdy part of the face and you could break your fingers. If you hit the solar plexus you will have enough time to run away (surprising the attacker and also giving you the chance to hit him again), while if you hit him in the nose you knock him out. Either way, both are fine.
- If the attacker punches you, try to dodge it by turning sideways, then grab his arm and strike at the elbow joint.
Step 2. If the attacker tries to strangle you and push you against a wall (while continuing to strangle you), do the following
First, grab one of his arms with your left hand. Next, use your right hand to hit the elbow joint hard. After that, hit in the neck (but not too hard), push it against the wall and run away as fast as the wind. If you want, you can also bring his arm behind his back.
Method 4 of 9: Using Advanced Tactics
Step 1. Use the techniques below for your best chance, but realize you may need more
Use them as last resort.
Step 2. Rotate the aggressor's arm backward (not enough to dislocate it) and hold it in this position
It will hurt the attacker quite badly and knock him out for a while, giving you time to escape.
If you practice martial arts, use the techniques you have learned because this is a suitable situation for this type of thing (judo, jujitsu, wrestling, etc.)
Step 3. Make a grab
Go around the attacker. Try to find yourself behind him. As soon as you get the chance, use one arm by grabbing him from behind and placing it on his face (near his nose).
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Hold it for a while and then let it go. Keep in mind that it may attack you as soon as you let it go.
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Step 4. Those who take karate lessons know that in order to free themselves from a grip, pain must be caused to the aggressor, perhaps by crushing his foot
If someone tries to do it to you, take a step back while maintaining your grip. It takes a little practice to do it precisely.
Method 5 of 9: Defend Yourself When You Are Down
If you are on the ground, you are in a position extremely dangerous. The attacker is on you with his knees and while you are stuck he can hit you more dangerously. It is a very common position in a street fight.
Step 1. You need to know what to do
The key to preventing this from happening is to block incoming shots. However, if you find yourself on the ground, you can hit the attacker by kicking him with both legs on the front of the hips. Then run away and save yourself.
Don't launch any attack. It will only make you more vulnerable, while you are already on the ground
Step 2. Find a way to escape
You may not be able to unleash an attack, so opt for an escape strategy while on the ground. Here are some suggestions:
- Use the "escape from the back". Move or wriggle while under the attacker.
- Try to do the "bridge". Push your hips up and to the sides.
- Use the elbow joint. Use your hands or elbows to create space between you and the attacker so you can free your legs.
- Turn on your stomach. If you do, the attacker will be on your back (which is less good for him) and so you can loosen his grip and escape by standing up and using the "escape from the back" to escape.
Method 6 of 9: Break free from a grip
Step 1. Learn to free yourself from grips, as they are used a lot in street fights
A few methods are suggested here, but by far the best defense is to be careful and Not get caught in a socket. If someone approaches to block you, you can turn around to prevent this from happening.
Step 2. When he is about to catch you, try to dodge him by locking his arms
It might be enough to set you free. The longer you wait, the harder it will be to free yourself from the grip.
Step 3. Protect yourself
A pinch could choke you or block your blood circulation. So the first thing to do is to protect yourself:
- Lower your chin.
- Turn your face towards his chest to protect yourself from punches.
- Grab his hands (hold them together as he blocks you) and push them down. It will immediately reduce the pressure.
Step 4. Stay low
Keep your legs bent and relatively apart. The goal is to maintain your stability so as to take the opportunity to counterattack or free yourself.
Step 5. Use your arms to protect yourself from punches
Step 6. Try one of the following methods to free yourself from a grip:
- Step onto the attacker's foot. Do it quickly and well right on the first try. If you do it right, you will hurt him enough to make him loosen his grip and free you.
- Punch him on the inside upper thigh or groin. Then push his head up (grabbing his hair, eye sockets, etc.), push him away from you… and run.
- Pinch the attacker. With this method you will hurt the attacker in the face and thus have precious time to free yourself from the grip.
- Quickly move your head up and down. The goal is to confuse it; after doing this make a sudden forward motion. Doing so will bring down the attacker.
- Grab the attacker's arms and push your head under them to free yourself. Do this when the attacker loosens his grip or gets temporarily distracted. A blow to the ribs or genitals causes enough distraction.
- Use two hands against one of the aggressor (2v1). Concentrate on grabbing his wrist with both of your hands. It is VERY hard to grab or choke with just one arm, so after you take one of his arms out of action, you will feel immediate relief.
- Instead of choosing a hand, choose a finger. With one hand, grab his finger and bend it as much as possible. So you will break it with ease.
Method 7 of 9: Break free from an Arm Locking Grip
It is a very painful experience. Here are some suggestions.
Step 1. If the attacker wants to block you by extending your arm, bend it
If instead he tries to block you by bending your arm, you straighten it.
Step 2. Avoid finding yourself in these situations by keeping your arms close to your body, pants, shirt; this way the attacker will not be able to leverage using your arm
Of course, you have to be alert and understand the intentions of the attacker and the hold he wants to make you.
Step 3. If you get stuck, here are some strategies to follow:
- Pretend to punch the attacker to loosen his grip. At that very moment, free your arm.
- Now really punch or kick the attacker and free yourself from the grip.
Step 4. Try to push your hands back quickly
The attacker may react by loosening your grip and giving you a chance to escape.
Step 5. Be careful when you free yourself from a locking arm grip as you may break it
Method 8 of 9: Lock the Fists
For more details read: How to block a punch.
Step 1. Learn to spot an incoming punch
As with all moves, spotting a move before it is made is the most important part of a defense. Here are some signs to look out for:
- Hand to fist.
- Clench your teeth or jaw.
- Short and forced breathing.
- Foot forward suddenly.
- Low chin (to protect the throat).
- Shoulders dropped (to give power to the punch).
- Body sideways, away from you.
Step 2. Get moving
When someone punches, they have already decided where to punch it based on their strategy. You, on the other hand, will have a thousandth of a second to change where that punch will arrive. So, if possible for you, move your head slightly to dodge the punch or otherwise reduce its impact power.
Step 3. Move your hands in the direction of the fist
Helps determine the direction of the attacker's next move. Do not it is a matter of guessing at random, but of doing it accurately.
Step 4. Try to block your fists with your arms instead of your palms to leave less room for the attacker for another punch and to avoid getting hit where the attacker wanted to
Method 9 of 9: Block the Kicks
Step 1. Remember that blocking kicks is the hardest thing
However, if you can grab the attacker's leg while he kicks you, you can drop him to the ground.
Step 2. When blocking a kick, use your palms instead of your arms
You could get very injured if you block a kick with your arm muscles.
Step 3. Dodge the kicks
Use one of the following techniques to do this:
- Move in the opposite direction to the kick.
- Quickly dodge.
- Skip back.
- Move to the side.
Step 4. It is always better to avoid kicks by jumping, moving sideways and dodging, rather than dodging them all the time
Step 5. You have to be unpredictable when dodging and how you dodge
Don't always use the same pattern.
Advice
- When in dangerous areas, always stay with a friend or two. It will be enough to keep you out of trouble.
- Fight only as a last resort. It is always best to talk to try to avoid confrontation.
- Use your strength to the fullest. Use tactics that are good for your body. A thin person may dodge or run more easily. A heavy person may be better at blocking hits than avoiding them.
- Do something unexpected and strange. If you think of something creative in the moment, do it. Surprises always help.
- If the attacker has a weapon, give him what he wants. Your life is more important than all the money in the world! Realize that the attacker could use that weapon if you anger him, so act with respect.
- Speaking of weapons, it's always better to have one in a fight than not to have one. Even a stick, a stone or an umbrella can make a lot of difference.
- Don't look like a victim. Stand with good posture, and try to intimidate your attacker. Walk with one hand in your pocket. Attackers love to attack people who cannot defend themselves well and who are vulnerable.
- Avoid going to seedy areas if you can.
- Be nice to people. Don't make people angry if you can build a peaceful relationship instead. Don't be scared: weakness attracts attackers.
- Try to talk to him in confidence and tranquility. Stay calm. The less fear or anger you show, the less attackers can keep you in check. The angrier they are, the more out of control they are. Intimidate them!
Warnings
- Don't be too violent against your opponents. Doing so will go against the self-defense law of your jurisdiction. If you want to stay within the parameters of self-defense, do not provoke a fight, do not use excessive violence when attacking or when the aggressor is already on the ground and do not continually hit the aggressor if he is already out of action, etc.
- Be careful not to get involved in one maxi brawl: the more people take part, the more dangerous the fight becomes.
- If the attackers have weapons, run away faster than light and call the police.
- Do not make them angry by answering them or disrespecting them. Doing so will hurt you more.
- Regardless of the fact that the law prohibits the use of violence, if you are violently attacked you will have to respond with a violent defense and later concern yourself with the law with your lawyer. A more or less violent defense will be judged and interpreted according to the situation.
- It is better to be a coward than to be hurt. So don't think for a second that you're fighting an experienced opponent or a group of people just to save your "reputation". Your health and life are more important than taking risks to temporarily improve your reputation.
- Watch out for people who might try to kidnap you.
- Real men or real women (who want to get respect) don't cause a fight for fun. Make sure you have a good reason to fight; don't be a bully who takes advantage of the weakest for no reason. It is very important to have a motivation, even if it may seem unreasonable.
