Self Defense Tip of the Day

Self Defense Tip of the Day

Safety on Public Transportation
◾When possible, travel with a companion.
◾If you’re the only passenger in a subway car or bus, sit as close to the operator as possible.
◾In a deserted subway station, stand near the attendant’s booth.

Self Defense Tip of the Day

Self Defense Tip of the Day

If they’re already close… Go for the eyes. Put your thumbs over his eyes and start pushing, as hard as you can. If you can’t do that, claw and scratch as best you can.

Self Defense Tip of the Day

If you don’t know what to shout, try “BACK OFF.” Something else that I’ve heard you should shout is “I DON’T KNOW YOU.”

Self Defense Tip of the Day

TEENS BEWARE!
•Understand your surroundings. Walk or hang out in areas that are open, well lit, and well traveled. Become familiar with the buildings, parking lots, parks, and other places you walk. Pay particular attention to places where someone could hide — such as stairways and bushes.
•Avoid shortcuts that take you through isolated areas.
•If you’re going out at night, travel in a group.
•Make sure your friends and parents know your daily schedule (classes, sports practice, club meetings, etc.). If you go on a date or with friends for an after-game snack, let someone know where you’re going and when you expect to return.
•Check out hangouts. Do they look safe? Are you comfortable being there? Ask yourself if the people around you seem to share your views on fun activities — if you think they’re being reckless, move on.
•Be sure your body language shows a sense of confidence. Look like you know where you’re going and act alert.
•When riding on public transportation, sit near the driver and stay awake. Attackers are looking for vulnerable targets.
•Carry a cell phone if possible. Make sure it’s programmed with your parents’ phone number.
•Be willing to report crimes in your neighborhood and school to the police.

Self Defense Tip of the Day

Nose: If the attacker is close in front of you, use the heel of your palm to strike up under his nose; throw the whole weight of your body into the move to cause the most pain and force him to loosen his grip on you. If he’s behind you, you can strike his nose (from the side or front) with your elbow. Either way, aim for the nasal bones.P

Self Defense Tip of the Day

Eyes: Gouging, poking, or scratching the attacker’s eyes with your fingers or knuckles would be effective, as you can imagine. Besides causing a lot of pain, this should also make your escape easier by at least temporarily interfering with his vision.

Self Defense tip of the Day

Observe the body language and awareness of people around you. Are you walking tall with presence? Do you walk with your head down listening to headphones or texting? Bad guys aren’t looking for a fight; they are looking for an easy resource to get what they want. If you’re aware of your surroundings and walk with confidence, you will be interpreted as being a harder target

Self Defense Tip of the Day

Get a self-defense program in place. Like YESTERDAY!