Military Combatives

Five Practical Situations Where Krav Maga Excels

Krav Maga – military combatives originally developed for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) – has been modified as an effective, and popular, civilian self-protection system. Krav Maga is known for its training to prepare individuals for specific scenarios. Those scenarios are listed and described in this blog post.

Traditional vs. Modern Martial Arts: What’s the Difference?

Martial arts have been practiced for centuries, evolving into a diverse range of styles and philosophies. While traditional martial arts often emphasize cultural heritage, discipline, and self-improvement, modern martial arts tend to focus on practical self-defense techniques and adaptability. Understanding the differences between traditional and modern martial arts can help you choose the right path for your personal goals and interests. This blog post will help you better understand the differences.

Krav Maga Self Defense Scenarios

The techniques used in Krav Maga are based on simplicity and efficiency – designed to be used quickly and instinctively so individuals can defend themselves as quickly as possible. It has become popular with police forces, military personnel, and civilians alike because it provides an effective way of defending yourself in a variety of situations. Read on to learn more about Krav Maga scenario training.

Military Combatives vs Civilian Self Defense

Combatives is a general term for hand-to-hand combat systems primarily used by members of the military. These systems focus on simple, proven, war zone survival and fighting techniques that can be learned in a short period of time. Some military combatives systems have been adapted for use by law enforcement, security professionals and civilians. This blog post provides an overview of military combatives and how they differ from civilian self-protection systems such as the GMAU Krav Maga course.

The Origin and Global Spread of Krav Maga

Krav Maga is a martial art and self-defense system that was developed in Israel in the 1930s and 1940s. It has since spread worldwide as an effective fighting and self-defense methodology. Read on to learn more about the development, spread and continuing evolution of Krav Maga.

Krav Maga Grappling: The Side Clinch

In combat sports, or self-defense, “clinching” refers to a category of close-quarters techniques. There are multiple types of clinches: the Muay Thai plumb, the body lock, etc. All of these are used in a standing grappling situation and can be used offensively or defensively. The most common clinch taught in Krav Maga is the “Side Clinch”. This particular technique can be very effective in controlling (and defending oneself against) an attacker and useful in setting up combatives (offensive maneuvers), such as the groin kick or knee strikes. Read on to learn more about the Krav Maga Side Clinch!