Krav Maga

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Krav Maga (Hebrew: קְרַב מַגָּע‎, "contact combat") is a military self-defense and fighting system developed for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Israeli security forces. It is derived from a combination of techniques sourced from boxing, wrestling, judo, karate, and street fighting.

History

Krav Maga was developed by Imi Lichtenfeld in the 1930s. Lichtenfeld, a Hungarian-Israeli martial artist, used his training as a boxer and wrestler to defend the Jewish quarter against fascist groups in Bratislava, Czechoslovakia. In the late 1940s, following his immigration to Mandatory Palestine, he began to provide lessons on combat training to what would become the IDF.

Techniques

Krav Maga is known for its focus on real-world situations and its extreme efficiency. It involves a wide variety of techniques, including:

• Strikes (punches, elbows, knees, and kicks)
• Grappling and wrestling
• Disarming techniques for various weapons
• Defense against multiple attackers

The system emphasizes aggression, simultaneous defensive and offensive maneuvers, and a mindset of survival.

Training

Training in Krav Maga involves physical conditioning, mental preparation, and the practice of techniques. It is designed to be learned quickly and applied under stress. Training often includes:

• Simulated real-world scenarios
• Sparring and drills
• Stress drills to simulate the adrenaline rush of a real attack

Global Spread

Krav Maga has spread globally and is practiced by civilians, law enforcement, and military personnel. It is known for its adaptability and effectiveness, making it a popular choice for self-defense training.

Principles

The core principles of Krav Maga include:

• Neutralizing the threat as quickly as possible
• Maintaining awareness of surroundings while dealing with the threat
• Using the body's natural reflexes
• Targeting the body's vulnerable points

Related Pages

• Martial arts
• Self-defense
• Israel Defense Forces
• Imi Lichtenfeld
• Boxing
• Wrestling
• Judo
• Karate
• Street fighting