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Defensive Kicks from the Ground

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Video: Krav Maga ground positons, with kicks to protect yourself. by Krav Maga Raleigh. Not affiliated with MatRecap; their version may differ from this drill.

Technique recap

When knocked down, kick from your back to keep the attacker away until you can stand.

3 key details

  • Turn on your hip to face them.
  • Kick with the heel.
  • Get up with a technical stand-up.

Your 10-minute home drill

  1. 2:00Ground posture
  2. 3:00Heel kicks
  3. 3:00Kick then stand
  4. 2:00Stretch
Safety

Soft surface.

Instructor disclaimer

Follow your instructor's version. Schools and styles teach this technique differently. This page is general education, not a substitute for qualified instruction.

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