Self Defence

JKD “Streetwise” Self Defence Nottingham

The focus in the JKD self defence class (referred to as “Streetwise” at KickFit) is on practical street survival skills and how to handle difficult situations (and how to not get in them in the first place).

You will learn combinations of…

  • counter attacks
  • takedowns
  • locks
  • drills
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The “Streetwise” class incorporates all four ranges of combat including…

  • kicking
  • punching
  • trapping
  • grappling
Self Defence Nottingham
Self Defence Nottingham

A typical self defence class consists of…

  • warm up exercises
  • stretching
  • shadow boxing
  • fitness and circuit training
  • skipping
  • footwork
  • kicking techniques
  • hand techniques
  • grappling techniques

Many of the techniques in the self defence class are learnt and practised with a partner using focus pads for sharp precision techniques and Thai pads / kick shields for more powerful techniques.

You will also have the opportunity to practice with training weapons such as sticks and training knifes.

All classes are suitable for complete beginners, intermediate and advanced students.

If you have any questions or would like to visit the gym, just contact us, we’ll be happy to hear from you.