Everyone is more or less at risk of experiencing violence during their life. This is especially true for minorities, and as leftists in today’s political climate. The risk of violence will undoubtedly increase as political climates change, so we must be ready to defend ourselves, our comrades, our family and friends, and our communities.
I practise Krav Maga (I know) and have a limited background in wrestling, Karate, and Judo. It would be great to hear everyone’s thoughts on strategies and tactics for self-defence so we can help each other become more prepared to face violent situations.
If there’s enough interest in the topic I think it would be a good idea to start a community for self-defence.
If I’m not mistaken, wasn’t taekwondo originally based on Korean martial arts that used the style as a meditation and artful form of fighting? So it was more for demonstration and show then actual combat, so I guess that makes sense that it wouldn’t hold up to well in a street brawl.
But I’m still in awe of people who can do taekwondo, my bulky body would never allow me the flexibility to do a single kick… without breaking 15 different bones lol
I’ve heard that, I’ve also heard it was developed to allow people on horseback to kick others from horseback but definitely not “baz from the local is out for queer blood” fight technique.
I used to be better, I’m trash now but I can still do a slip spin sidekick (that’s what I remember it been called) which I’m proud about 😊 not as stretchy or bendy as I once was though 😭