Cane, Umbrella, Walking Stick: $175

You will learn the techniques "in the air", with soft weapons against a partner, and with real weapons against striking bags and anatomically correct dummies. You will also have the opportunity to experience the stress of defending yourself against a mock attacker in a padded protective suit. After these fights you will have confidence in yourself and in your ability to handle a real violent confrontation. In real-life combat, your opponent is trying to kill or cripple you, and you must respond with a combat system that reflects that. Learn to win!

Subjects Covered:

• Safety with canes in training and self-defense
  
• Vital points of the anatomy
• Grip of the weapon
• Ready positions
• Thrusting and striking techniques
• Attack and counterattack combinations
• Multiple opponent drills
• Retention of the weapon against grabs
• Threat assessment and verbal commands
• Laws concerning the use of deadly force