KRAV MAGA
Krav Maga /krɑːvməˈɡɑː/in Hebrew: means "contact combat" is a noncompetitive eclecticself-defense system developed in Israel that involves striking techniques, wrestling and grappling. Krav Maga is
known for it's focus on real-world situations and extremely efficient, against brutal counter-attacks.It was derived from street-fighting skills .
Krav Maga has a philosophy emphasizing threat neutralization, simultaneous defensive and offensive
maneuvers, and aggression. Krav Maga is used by Israeli Defense Forces, both regular and special forces, and several closely related variations have been developed and adopted by law enforcement and intelligence organizations.
A key principle of Krav Maga is finishing a fight as quickly as possible and therefore all attacks are aimed towards the most vulnerable parts of the body (e.g., face, neck, groin, knee, eyes, joints).
Students are taught to respond to attacks in the quickest and most efficient way; a common lesson taught is 'always use the nearest tool for the job'. This basically means use whichever limb is closest to your attacker at the time and whichever feels most natural.
Basic training entails a warm-up, learning essential pressure points, and learning how to approach and control an opponent using force. Students learn how to execute strikes including various punches, hammer fists, elbows, knees and kicks. Students learn defenses against take-downs, chokes, bear-hugs, arm bars, and other possible attacks. Training also includes learning to defend against various weapons such as knives, bats, guns etc.
Pressure drills in which students engage with multiple attackers are also common. Other training exercises and pressure drills include students closing .
Men and women generally undergo the same drills .It has no sporting federation, and there are no official uniforms (such as gi). Usual training attire consists of a t-shirt and loose fitting trousers. Most organizations recognize progress through training with rank badges, different levels, and
belts.
known for it's focus on real-world situations and extremely efficient, against brutal counter-attacks.It was derived from street-fighting skills .
Krav Maga has a philosophy emphasizing threat neutralization, simultaneous defensive and offensive
maneuvers, and aggression. Krav Maga is used by Israeli Defense Forces, both regular and special forces, and several closely related variations have been developed and adopted by law enforcement and intelligence organizations.
A key principle of Krav Maga is finishing a fight as quickly as possible and therefore all attacks are aimed towards the most vulnerable parts of the body (e.g., face, neck, groin, knee, eyes, joints).
Students are taught to respond to attacks in the quickest and most efficient way; a common lesson taught is 'always use the nearest tool for the job'. This basically means use whichever limb is closest to your attacker at the time and whichever feels most natural.
Basic training entails a warm-up, learning essential pressure points, and learning how to approach and control an opponent using force. Students learn how to execute strikes including various punches, hammer fists, elbows, knees and kicks. Students learn defenses against take-downs, chokes, bear-hugs, arm bars, and other possible attacks. Training also includes learning to defend against various weapons such as knives, bats, guns etc.
Pressure drills in which students engage with multiple attackers are also common. Other training exercises and pressure drills include students closing .
Men and women generally undergo the same drills .It has no sporting federation, and there are no official uniforms (such as gi). Usual training attire consists of a t-shirt and loose fitting trousers. Most organizations recognize progress through training with rank badges, different levels, and
belts.
