Martial Arts and Self Defense

Many times a person is attacked by more than one assailant. This puts the victim at a distinct disadvantage. Thinking and reacting quickly is imperative to preventing being seriously injured. In this article we will show how to escape a self-defense situation with multiple attackers.

Martial arts trains how to deal with multiple attackers. Movies typically show the ninja warrior flying through the air, throwing spinning leg kicks, and doing cartwheels that render the assailants helpless. Although it looks easy and effective, leaving the ground is usually the incorrect tactic. Balance is affected with the feet and legs off the ground. If the victim falls to the ground, they could be in a much worse situation.

The best self-defense or martial arts technique when faced with multiple attackers is to quickly leave. Escaping the scene and getting to a safe area should be the victim's top priority. Oftentimes yelling "Fire" can cause passerby's to notice the situation. It can also confuse the assailants or get them to flee if they feel they may be seen and law enforcement contacted.

Dealing with multiple attackers requires quick reaction and forceful martial arts self-defense techniques. Quick hard kicks to the knees or shins can be very effective. Keeping the feet close to the ground is imperative to maintain balance and provide the ability to move quickly. High kicks leave the victim vulnerable and off balance. Kicks also can keep the assailants from getting close enough to grab a victim. After the first kick get the foot back on the ground quickly to be able to move, avoid or attack the other assailants. And always look for an opportunity to escape.