Uppercuts
In Level Two of our curriculum, we introduce two new medium-range strikes, the hook punch and the uppercut. In a recent blog, we outlined the former. Now we are going to focus on the uppercut. Like, hooks, uppercuts are circular
Palm Heel Strikes
What is a Palm Heel Strike? A medium range strikes (arm’s length) An effective tool for striking soft and hard targets (e.g. side of the attacker’s head). Palm heel strikes are usually the first strike we learn in Krav Maga
Getting Up Off the Ground: Some Checkpoints
In an earlier blog (see http://www.tkma.ca/tips-for-surviving-assaults-on-the-ground/ ) we offered some general tips for surviving assaults on the ground. One key aspect is getting up as soon as possible. Getting up can be difficult from a physical standpoint as many adults are
Beginners Welcome! Getting Started with Krav Maga
Starting anything new can be daunting. Our first yoga class, a writing group, a musical instrument, anything new can make us anxious. Often, there is anxiety mixed with excitement. Your first Krav Maga class might raise some doubts. Am I
Nervous About Your First Krav Maga Class? 6 Ways to Feel Better
It is natural to feel nervous before your first Krav Maga class. You walk into the studio, there are various people – some look friendly, some don’t. Some might be practicing moves that you don’t understand but look intimidating. You
Striking Fundamentals
We prefer not to engage with an assailant. Avoidance is the best self-defence. There are situations, however, when you must physically protect yourself. To protect yourself you need to strike effectively. Strikes can be used to create distance, to distract
What does a Krav Maga class look like?
When people inquire about our self-defence classes they often ask “what does a class look like?” By way of a general answer, we describe classes(e.g. 1 hour) as divided into three parts. 1. Warm up To warm up your muscles