Combat Kick Boxing : Realistic Self Defence Apr 2026

High-risk moves like spinning back kicks or jump knees are dangerous on uneven pavement or in tight spaces.

Have a partner wear a padded suit and act as an aggressor, shouting and pushing before the "fight" starts to simulate the stress of a real confrontation.

Target the opponent’s thigh (peroneal nerve) or the side of the knee. This can deaden their leg and prevent them from chasing you. Combat kick boxing : realistic self defence

In the street, people often try to grab or tackle. Use your Thai Clinch skills to control their head and posture, using short knees to the groin or stomach to break their grip.

Stick to the "bread and butter" moves that work even when your adrenaline is spiking and your fine motor skills are fading: High-risk moves like spinning back kicks or jump

If you end up on the ground, use your up-kicks to keep the attacker away while you perform a technical stand-up to get back to your feet safely.

Instead of a tight boxing peek-a-boo, keep your lead hand out to manage distance and "frame" against an attacker’s chest or face. This can deaden their leg and prevent them from chasing you

Since punching a skull with a bare hand often results in broken knuckles, use the bottom "meaty" part of your fist for a more durable striking surface. 3. Essential Defensive Tactics