Unarmed Combat Training: Defending Against Common Attacks
Krav Maga isn't a sport with rules—it's survival. Learn to break free from chokes, handle punches, and protect yourself using your body's natural instincts.
Understanding distance is key in a fight. In this video, I explain in Hindi which strikes to use at long, medium, and close range, from powerful kicks to devastating elbows and knees.
A straight punch or jab is a common opening attack. This video demonstrates how to simultaneously deflect the punch and counter-attack, using the opponent's momentum against them.
A kick to the groin is a common street attack. I teach a simple and effective defense that redirects the kick while simultaneously setting you up for a powerful counter-attack.
If the fight goes to the ground, you need to know how to get back up. Here, I am demonstrating a ground defense technique to a women's self-defense workshop.
A side headlock can be disorienting and dangerous. This drill shows how to create space, attack vulnerable points, and break free from the hold to regain control of the situation.
During a class, I am explaining the key principles of a headlock defense. The goal is to turn into the attacker to relieve pressure and create an opening for counter-strikes.
A choke from behind is a life-threatening ambush. We train a specific, explosive technique to break the hold, turn on the attacker, and finish the fight.
A roundhouse punch is powerful but leaves the attacker open. This video shows the technique for defending against a wide punch and countering inside the attacker's arm.
Here is another look at defending against a roundhouse punch. The key is to move in, block the strike, and immediately counter before the attacker can recover.
The open-hand palm strike is a versatile and safe tool. It allows you to strike vulnerable targets like the nose or chin with full force without risking breaking the small bones in your hand.
About Unarmed Combat: Defending Against Common Attacks
In a real fight, where you stand matters. At long range, you use your legs; at medium range, you use punches; and at close quarters, you rely on knees and elbows. I teach you how to read the distance and switch between these zones instantly, so you are never left guessing what to do when an attacker gets too close.
Most people freeze when they are attacked because they try to follow a set of rules. Here, we break that mental block first. Whether you are dealing with a grab, a choke from behind, or a roundhouse punch, the goal is always the same: create space and neutralize the threat.
The Retzev Philosophy
We don't wait for a turn. My training focuses on Retzev—continuous combat motion. You don't pause to think. You block and counter at the same time. If someone grabs you, you don't look at their hands; you react to the movement and move into them to break the hold.
Common Attacks We Cover
- Chokes & Headlocks: These are designed to disorient you. We teach you how to relieve pressure, turn into the attacker, and use your body weight to create an opening.
- Punches & Kicks: You will learn to deflect the initial strike, not block it, using the attacker's own momentum against them.
- Ground Defense: If you get knocked down in a crowded place like a metro or bus, you need to know how to get back up immediately without compromising your safety.
Your Mindset
Jo limits aap apne upar daalte ho (the limits you put on yourself) are the biggest hurdle. You don't need big muscles to win. You need to believe you are worth protecting and have the technique to back it up. We train this through stress testing—drills that simulate real-world exhaustion so that when things go sideways, your body acts before your brain even registers the fear.
Kaustav Sehgal
I'm Kaustav Sehgal. I don't teach martial arts; I teach you how to walk home safe. My training at my CR Park facility is about cutting through the noise and teaching you what actually works when you are cornered, no matter who you are.
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