Like Paul says in the video it doesn’t get much simpler than this. And simplicity is exactly what makes this move so effective.
When adrenaline is rushing through your system this is exactly the kind of simple and effective move you will still be able to remember and execute.
This self defense technique targets the knee which as you know is a very vulnerable joint. Not only is it anatomically vulnerable, it is rarely defended by an attacker who is much more worried about a punch to his face.
Since most common fighting stances puts one leg (the lead leg) in front of the other most attackers will be giving you an open invitation to take out that lead knee.
The key to making this move successful is to strike the knee right when he shows signs of throwing a punch. By making the move quick you will strike him first taking out his ability to stand and deliver the punch.
This is not a lead off move. Your attacker must be distracted in order to use this little self defense trick.
Also as Paul said in the video when you are practicing this self defense technique be sure to have your partner keep his knee bent and aim for his shin. The knee is very sensitive and even at practice speed landing your foot on a locked out knee can cause a lot of damage.
Now go practice this technique, it’s way to easy not to learn, just one more self defense technique in your nasty bag of fighting tricks.
If you want to learn more simple and devastatingly effective street fighting techniques from Paul Vunak check out The Enigma Self-Preservation & Deadly Arts Package.
Paul is a Jeet Kune Do master who learned under Dan Inosanto (Bruce Lee’s main student and training partner). He also a master in several other arts and is so well respected in the industry he was hired by the Navy to teach his hand to hand and knife fighting skills to the Navy SEALs including the elite SEAL Team 6.
Stay Smart and Stay Safe,
Bob Pierce
Head Honcho, Fightfast.com
May 11th, 2012 at 12:57 pm
Great clip, sometimes less is more we don’t have to reinvent the wheel, just make it more efficent.
Keep Up The Good Work,
Joe Breen
May 11th, 2012 at 1:26 pm
Thank you. One of the few kicks I am actually good at. Used in once to get a blow in on a un-hittable training partner(the only blow I landed). Excellent self-defense kick. Been a fan of Paul’s for a long time.
May 11th, 2012 at 1:52 pm
THANK YOU, FOR TEACHING THE AVERAGE JOE ON THE STREET, THESE LIFE SAVING SKILLS!!!!
May 11th, 2012 at 6:06 pm
Thank you for these quick lessons, Sir. I personally appreciate the prudent advice.
Very Respectfully,
Major Jim Ivey, USA, Ret.
May 20th, 2012 at 11:57 am
Yes, indeed, sometimes just a quick pounch or kick is what you need to finish a fight, thank you for this video
May 22nd, 2012 at 9:18 pm
You want a better kick?… Turn your foot all the way over the opposite direction and drive straight in with the blade of the foot. It will allow your hips to turn which is where your power is coming from anyway. What you are doing is a simple leg check that stops their forward movement which is ok, but it won't break a leg.
May 22nd, 2012 at 9:41 pm
This is sad. You're 'training' these 'average joes' things they think will save them? no. what bs. your so called techniques are impractical, take too long, are obvious to the attacker, and put you off balance. not to mention it seems as though paul spent more time on his hair and on deciding whether or not to button his shirt than he did actually thinking about real world application to his technique. I highly doubt he has any experience with real violence. this is ridiculous. and, let me just say, as a woman, and a martial artist, I take great offense to your advertisement saying "her safety is your responsibility as a man". hell no. my safety is MY responsibility, and to put it in anyone else's hands makes me STUPID. just like buying into these pathetic time wasters is STUPID.
June 12th, 2012 at 5:19 am
In reply to Bailey’s comment above. I think this is an excellent technique & far superior to the type of Flying Crescent Spinning Back Kick C**p I spent 20 years practicing in my Traditional Martial Arts Dojo. As for Paul not having any experience with real violence, may I suggest you do a little research, my dear.
June 12th, 2012 at 3:03 pm
This is good stuff, keep it up….Bailey, you seem to be very in touch, knowledgeable and almost expert with the concept of what is STUPID and the whole STUPID mentality, good for you, you keep it up too.
July 14th, 2012 at 1:23 pm
JIE..GON..DAN..YI.
I practice Wing Chun Kung Fu daily and this is similar to one of the three kicks we use which is the front kick.
We have three kicks: to counter a kick…kick on the knee or groin and on stomach or rib area followed by a devastating chain punches to the face, palm strike to the nose or knife-edge cutting elbow blows.
You’re videos have been improving my fighting skills and will use what I’ve learned to my advantage.
Thnak
November 30th, 2012 at 9:17 am
Thanks
December 21st, 2012 at 7:48 am
This move looks to be a great equalizer. The tall attacker doesn’t have any advantage when you use a move like this, provided your kick is not a little love tap. If thrown with full force to the knee area, down goes your attacker. This would be one move you could walk away from your attacker instead of run away. One last thing. As you are leaving the scene of the attack, always keep the attacker in you view until you know you are safely away. This will alert you if you didn’t hurt the attacker as bad as you thought or his buddies come to his aid and he points you out as the one that did him in. When you turn your back on your oponnent you are just asking for things to go wrong.
December 22nd, 2012 at 1:20 pm
Thank you for ALL the videos you have sent me.I teach this to my students and have changed my way of teaching.Your videos have opened my eyes as to what real self defense is.
January 17th, 2013 at 11:08 am
A good, simple, direct technique which doesn’t require we older, stiff, banged up folks to stretch four hours a day and have the flexibility of a Cirque Du Soleil hula hoop girl. I also like the Bob Ross-like, mellow, pleasant, and warm way in which the gentleman teaches. Happy little trees and oblique kicks to the knee. Works for me, man!
January 19th, 2013 at 9:49 am
I love these little videos…..they always remind me that even though I am much older now and crippled up….I’m still not totally defenseless.
Hopefully in the near future, I will be able to purchase some of your videos.
Thank you so much.
January 25th, 2013 at 2:49 am
Great job Paul! Still trying to make it out to sunny CA for our 3 day training! Just been crazy schedule for me of late!!
Hope you are well…God bless!
Gunny
February 25th, 2013 at 9:13 pm
Thank you so much for these “free” lessons. A lot has gone into teaching the truth about fighting. I have learned so much and will keep following what you are presenting. I really highly recommend Paul Vunak, I have followed his training for about 20 plus years. I love the spirit of simplicity, that is the key to confident defense. Good stuff!
March 3rd, 2013 at 6:18 am
thanks so much paul for the free video i truly love this type of self defense & learning everything you have to offer. i am a big fan. thank you so much for taking the time. Gary.
April 21st, 2013 at 9:50 am
Really ” COOL”" Effective kick too instanly, change an attackers intent and out come…. AWESOME ” THANKS for sharing.!
April 27th, 2013 at 4:05 am
Perfect!
Thank you for that simple tactic! I am really loving the course I purchased from you also. Woke me back up! I had not trained real fighting tactics since I got out of the service.
I forgot how nice it is to get my confidence and awareness of my surroundings back. Perfect timing!
Thank you!
April 28th, 2013 at 10:22 am
Great Move, I,ve always wondered how to kick the knee to disable an attacker. I read this is a great move and, causes a lot of pain in even the largest opponents. They drop like a stone……… Thanks again guys…….. Keep up the great work !!!
June 12th, 2013 at 11:54 am
I am 65 years old and twice i have used this technique. It is very effective. But never turn your back on anyone. Leave the area asap. You don’t want to talk with the police because you could be charged with assault even thought you were the one first attacted. If you don’t want to believe me just stick around and be arrested.