With most violent encounters the ability to defend yourself comes down to a matter of seconds where the right actions can be the difference between life and death. Developed with input from Top Martial Artists and Self Defense experts this illustrated guide reveals the secrets of real Self Defence and exposes the truth behind street violence. All designed to give you straight-forward, practical advice and keep you safe when it counts.

"You will learn what pressure points are and how to use them to defend yourself. You will also learn how to efficiently attack these points even if you have limited training. You will also be taught how to help a training partner in case you knock him out during practice"--Introduction.

An approach for dealing with violent encounters, based on the use of pressure points, and knowledge of body anatomy.

Kung Fu techniques that are applicable to street fighting defense.

Explains assertive attitudes and procedures that minimize the risk of assault and presents twelve basic self-defense actions used in a variety of situations.