Being Attacked From the Front
Sudden front-facing attacks are fast, aggressive, and designed to overwhelm awareness, balance, and decision-making. This section focuses on real-world survival, disruption, and safe escape.
Understanding the Threat
- Fast, aggressive attacks designed to overwhelm
- Disorientation through strikes or grabs
- Breaking posture and balance
- Preventing escape and control
This is not about fighting — it is about surviving the moment and creating space to escape.
Techniques in This Section
Defending Against Repeated Slaps & Strikes
Deal with continuous attacks using cover, counter, control, takedown, and escape.
Defending & Countering a Slap or Punch
Protect the head, redirect force, and counter immediately.
Defence Against Being Hit From the Front
Absorb impact safely and create space to escape.
Attacked & Thrown to the Floor
Survive takedowns and regain control on the ground.
Hair Grab / Pull Defence
Break posture control and escape safely.
Forced to Perform Act (Kneeling)
Recover posture and create disruption to escape.
Arm Drag / Pull Defence
Break grip and prevent forced movement.
One-Hand Wrist Grab Escape
Use structure and rotation to break free.
Double Wrist Grab Escape
Break control and regain movement immediately.
Controlling a Bigger, Stronger Attacker
Use positioning, leverage, rear control, and balance disruption to neutralise size and strength.
Striking Bigger Attackers
Use timing and targets to neutralise size advantage.
Front Strangle Defence
Protect airway and break control immediately.
Protect the Head
Reduce damage and stay conscious.
Maintain Structure
Posture prevents collapse.
Disrupt Balance
Create openings to escape.
Escape Immediately
Distance is safety.
